Case Manager I

JCFS Chicago • Skokie, IL

24d

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive case management services to clients ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centered services consistent with the Agency's mission, policies, and programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work or a related human services field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience will be considered.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license, a safe driving record, and regular access to a reliable, insured vehicle.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekend and evening hours when necessary.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and other basic computer programs.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Fluent in English and at least one additional language representative of the clients served.

Responsibilities

• Performs a range of social work duties, including gathering and analyzing data and providing services that match client needs, assisting with applications for public benefits and formulating service plans as appropriate.
• Accompanies clients to medical, public benefits, and other appointments.
• Assesses client needs and coordinates referrals for employment, English language, legal, and other services.
• Develops and implements skills in providing appropriate services with increasing responsibility for the appraisal of the effectiveness of own work.
• Performs record-keeping functions and other administrative duties as required by the Agency.
• Participates in agency staff development programs and professional group seminars or conferences to increase professional knowledge and to report on own work.
• Manages emergency situations.
• Carries out an increasing role in interpreting the Agency to the community.
• Collaborates with other agency personnel, supervisor, appropriate specialists or consultants on specific case-related problems.
• Represents JCFS and its programs in a positive manner to both internal and external contacts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off varies by position – can include vacation days, sick days, paid federal holidays, and paid Jewish holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with base contribution and match.
• Additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, 6 weeks paid parental leave, and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level