Supervisor

Work at TASC•Chicago, IL

8d•$69,500 - $71,000

About The Position

At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities), our mission is to empower people and strengthen communities with impactful services. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and most importantly, empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through Specialized Case Management, we create a world where recovery, justice, and empathy lead to thriving communities. Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today, TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety and justice is synonymous with hope. We are TASC! In our Youth and Family Services, we help parents and young people who are striving to become healthy and restore their relationships. We work in partnership with human services, child welfare systems, juvenile courts, and community-based providers so that together, we can help individuals and families obtain the services and skills they need to live in positive, healthy ways. We are currently looking for a full-time Supervisor Starting at $69,500 $71,000 contingent upon experience, education, etc. Summary: The Supervisor will ensure clients receive the highest continuity of care based on evidence-based research, treatment modalities, addiction intervention, AODA counseling, recovery support services and best practices by assisting in the development and implementation of, policies, and strategic goals of the agency and as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that the needs of our clients are met/maintained on an individual basis. This position supervises a team of Case Managers.

Requirements

Masters degree
Valid driver's license
CADC certification within two years of employment with TASC may be required based on contractual obligations
Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
Demonstrated experience in group facilitation
Knowledge of the current ASAM placement criteria, DSM-V as it relates to substance-related disorders, and Code of Ethics for substance abuse professionals, or the ability to acquire the knowledge
Comfort working inside a correctional setting and with persons convicted of serious violent offenses
Flexibility in thinking and approaches to leading group discussions
Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Good time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Responsibilities

Supervise the day-to-day activities of the case management and office staff assigned to the designated program(s).
Serve as direct liaison to the Administrator for program-related needs and operational issues.
Participate in work groups as assigned.
Establish work schedules for assigned staff and provide direct coverage when necessary.
Prepare, interpret, and present reports on program operations, and assist the Administrator in evaluating service and resource utilization.
Adhere to the service hour protocol established by the agency
Participate in the review of staff performance and the completion of annual performance appraisals.
Perform routine quality improvement activities.
Assist in ensuring that staff training needs are met throughthe development and implementation of programs needed
Provide guidance and support in resolving crises with clients
Assure compliance with agency policies and procedures
Provide direct services to alcohol and drug dependent clients as necessary
Provide representation and consultation with other outside professionals to facilitate coordination, collaboration, and cooperation between the agency and the community