Counselor Case Manager-Rise Hybrid

Lutheran Social Services Of Illinois • Chicago, IL

300d • $23

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 Counselor Case Manager for the RISE Program Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Provide intensive community based case management services for individuals with serious mental illness and substance use to promote independence in the community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, or related field required.
• Master's degree in social work, counseling, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with homeless population preferred.
• Trained and proficient in the use of electronic health care record required.
• Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards preferred.
• Background check clearance required.
• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate a continuum of treatment service.
• Outreach and engage members and address MH/SA services as needed.
• Carry a caseload of clients providing supportive counseling and concrete services assigned by supervisor and operate as part of a treatment team.
• Ensure all documentation is complete in a timely manner, meet Rule 140 &/or MCO requirements.
• Responsible for transportation to clients in personal vehicles, home visits, crisis intervention and assess for safety is required.
• 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.
• Salary $23.07/Hourly.
• 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: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree