Counselor Case Manager, Substance Use Outpatient

LSSI • Chicago, IL

1d • $24

About The Position

LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others. This role provides a continuum of counseling and psychoeducation services to clients with alcohol/drug, co-occurring, or gambling-related conditions using a variety of therapeutic modalities and evidence-based practices. The position involves coordinating and facilitating group and individual counseling sessions, managing an assigned caseload, and ensuring adherence to ethical standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Professional certification or licensure (LSW, LPC, LCSW, LCPS, or CADC required, or must obtain within two (2) years of hire date.
• Annual TB test required.
• Knowledge and experience using DSM-5 and ASAM criteria to make accurate diagnosis of substance use disorders and treatment/intervention recommendations required.
• Demonstrated ability to record and proofread information on forms and charts required.
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to professional standards of ethics and maintain professionalism at all times.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, verbal and written.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field preferred.
• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in substance use field preferred.
• Experience providing telehealth services preferred.
• Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency preferred.
• Access to reliable transportation preferred.
• Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury, and property damage preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a continuum of counseling and psychoeducation services to clients with alcohol/drug, co occurring, or gambling related conditions using a variety of therapeutic modalities and evidence-based practices.
• Coordinate and facilitate group and individual counseling sessions (ASAM Levels 0.5, 1, 2.1, continuing care), DUI, and psychoeducation.
• Responsible for an assigned caseload and the associated documentation including treatment planning, insurance authorization, continuing care, case management, and discharge plans.
• Monitor progress and participants’ response to treatment.
• Communicate professionally and consistently with referral sources to provide status reports and completion/discharge documentation for mutual clients.
• Complete biopsychosocial assessment, alcohol/drug evaluations, and DUI evaluations using DSM-5 and ASAM criteria.
• Maintain weekly performance productivity.
• Ensure adherence to ethical standards of treatment, including NASW Code of Ethics.
• 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED