Case Manager

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois • Chicago, IL

3d • $21 - $23 • Hybrid

About The Position

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference. LSSI is hiring a full-time Case Manager Monday through Friday. Responsible for providing intensive, wrap-around case management services for Williams/Colbert Class Members to facilitate a safe, smooth, and expedient transition from structured facility and into independent living in the community.

Requirements

• High School Diploma with experience in field required.
• Experience in Crisis Intervention and De-escalation required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaborating with the team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, identify concerns and barriers and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organization, presentation and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software.
• Background check clearance required.
• Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency required.
• Access to reliable transportation required.
• Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One (1) to three (3) years of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate a continuum of treatment services.
• Carry a caseload of clients providing supportive counseling and concrete services as assigned by Supervisor and operate as part of a treatment team.
• Ensure all documentation is completed in a timely manner and in accordance with requirements established by Medicaid, DHS, and the Williams/Colbert Consent Decree.
• Meet productivity and transition targets.
• Transportation of clients in personal vehicle and agency vehicle is required. Services will be provided in multiple locations.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner.

Benefits

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED