Behavioral Health Mental Health Practitioner- Hours to be Reported-WeGo

Metropolitan Family Services•Wheaton, IL

1d•$28 - $38

About The Position

Metropolitan Family Services (MFS) empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Are you looking to have an impact on more than just a company’s bottom line? Then we’d love to hear from you We are currently looking to fill a Mental Health Practitioner role at our DuPage center on an hours‑to‑be‑reported basis, averaging approximately 4 hours per week. This role requires flexibility with evening availability. This is a WeGo partnership role serving West Chicago families.

Requirements

Requires mobility to work with a community-based caseload.
Ability to maintain assigned community and home-based services.
Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups.
Master's degree in social work or counseling from an accredited college or university. Must have applied to take LSW or LPC examination.
Satisfactorily pass all relevant screenings and criminal background checks.
Must have access to a vehicle, valid driver’s license and proof of insurance to perform essential job functions

Responsibilities

Performs comprehensive in-depth assessments for a variety of program services. Performs intake as assigned.
Provides full range of case management, counseling, advocacy educational and related services.
Learns and utilizes agency and community resources.
Assesses community conditions affecting clients to identify resource gaps and problems. Recommends financial assistance for clients.
Provides group services as indicated by program need.
May be responsible for meeting contractual requirements such as 24-hour coverage.
Represents and interprets programs of agency in community.
May serve on regional or agency-wide committees.
Meets agency expectation for quantity of direct service.
Complies with agency recordkeeping expectations.
Works effectively with diverse staff and service population.
Other duties as assigned.