Case Manager - Cook County - PSA

TASC, Inc.•Chicago, IL

61d•$44,000 - $47,000•Hybrid

About The Position

TASC Case Manager will provide comprehensive and specialized case management services for adults with identified behavioral health needs referred to TASC from the Cook County Sheriffs Office and or Cook County Courts. TASC Case Manager will provide direct services and referrals based on identified needs of the individuals enrolled into C-VCSP services. TASC provides screening, assessment, referrals and case management services.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Valid driver's license
Ability to obtain CADC certification within the first two years in the field
Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
Demonstrated experience in group facilitation
Certain programs may require a higher level of education, certification and/or licensures based on contractual obligations
Ability to support a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Ability to take initiatives and have creativeness
Fexibility in thinking and approaches to leading group discussions
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Responsibilities

Screen, assess, evaluate, facilitate, and monitor individuals progress in relationship to established goals and objectives
Gather information from Circuit Court Clerk docket (CCC Portal System), and failure to appear information as available.
Provides referrals for the individuals identified needs
Establish and maintain relationships with internal/external stakeholders and other organizations including the Cook County Sheriffs Office, office of pretrial services, public defender, probation, parole, community support service partners, etc.
Build rapport with all clients and work towards developing a supportive and trusting relationship.
Maintain a caseload of no more than 150 clients per year involved in the criminal legal system in Cook County.
Attempt to engage clients within 2 business days of their release from CCDOC followed by check-ins with clients on at least a monthly basis or as frequently as determined by the assessment and client needs via phone/video call, in-person at the office, or in the community to provide one-on-one support
Support clients to ensure attendance at all court dates via court reminders, transportation assistance, and address any other obstacles that may impede their ability to appear in court.
Collaborate with defense counsel to provide necessary reports and letters of advocacy as part of their defense when requested.
Review program data regularly to meet performance goals and improve program quality for clients.
Knowledge of DSM V and ASAM criteria
Collaborate with internal and external partners, participate in staff meetings and monthly supervisions, and participate in integrated staffing with individuals receiving TASC services.
Complete and submit internal and external program reports