Counselor Case Manager
Chicago, IL 
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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 9:00am to 5:00pm.Responsible for providing whole-person services to clients participating in the Kenmore Residential Rehabilitation Program, including 1:1 sessions, case management assistance, and the presentation of evidence-based group programming. Assist clients in achieving their stated goals and objectives, collaborating with other interna and external treatment professionals.
Benefits and Perks:
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, as well as these career advantages:
  • On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
  • Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.
  • Salary$22-$23/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!
Essential Functions:
  • Collaborate with team members, other LSSI programs, and external partners in order to provide quality, whole-person care and services to clients.
  • Maintain a caseload of five (5) to eight (8) clients.
  • Present weekly groups, founded in evidence-based practices.
  • Provide weekly 1:1 counseling to each client on assigned caseload.
  • Provide case management services, including appropriate linkages and referrals.
  • Provide support coverage to Kenmore Healthy Start Recovery Home clients, as needed.
  • Ensure all documentation is complete in a timely manner.
  • Meet productivity requirements identified by LSSI.
  • 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.
Position Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 1-3 years of experience in substance use field preferred.
  • Background check clearance required.
  • Annual TB test required.
  • CADC or must obtain CADC within 18 month of hire date.
  • Trained and proficient in the use of an electronic health care record required.
  • Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards preferred.
  • 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.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.



 

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Job Summary
Company
Lutheran Social Services of IL
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
1 to 3 years
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