Counselor Case Manager, Elgin Outpatient

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois • Elgin, IL

1d • Onsite

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, Monday through Friday from 1:00pm to 9:30pm at the Elgin Outpatient program. The Counselor Case Manager will be responsible for providing whole-person services to clients participating in substance use disorder (SUD) services, including 1:1 sessions, case management assistance, and the presentation of evidence-based group programming (may also include the provision of DUI services). Also responsible for collaborating with clients to complete assessments and treatment as well as assisting clients in achieving their stated goals and objectives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CADC or the ability to obtain a CADC within 18 months of hire date required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Electronic Health Record documentation and review required.
• Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards required.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully independently as well as in a team environment.
• 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.
• Annual TB test required.
• Background check clearance required.

Nice To Haves

• Associates, bachelors, or master's degree in a social service field is preferred.
• LPC/LCPC or LSW/LCSW preferred.
• If masters-level, work toward clinical licensure.
• Experience establishing and maintaining collaborative community partnerships preferred.
• Experience working with clients of all ages, with varying issues and symptoms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet and exceed revenue productivity
• Outpatient: carry client caseload as assigned to meet 60% productivity (25 hours/week)
• Elgin Residential: average 7 clients on caseload at all times (5 hours split between 1:1 sessions and counseling/case management; contribute to 25 hours/week of group services)
• Kenmore Residential: average 5 clients on caseload at all times (5 hours split between 1:1 sessions and counseling/case management; contribute to 25 hours/week of group services)
• Understand and follow all compliance rules regarding treatment services and contracts.
• Understand and reflect the clinical model of the program.
• Adhere to all timelines regarding documentation completion.
• Work with Supervisor on building clinical skillset.
• 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.
• Salary $24/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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED