What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor Case Manager position at Lutheran Social Services of Illinois?
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. To assist clients in achieving objectives and goals as identified; eliciting solutions while collaborating with clients; Coordinating services for client care.
Schedule:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 8am to 5pm
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:
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/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:
- Manage a client caseload of 7-10.
- Present up to 5 didactic groups per week based on Evidence-Based Practices.
- Provide Counseling (Ind/group), and Case Management for caseload.
- Communicate with Supervisor, treatment team, and collateral agencies to address clients’ needs.
- Complete all required paperwork related to client services in a timely manner per policies and procedures.
- Learn & utilize the HER (Electronic Health Record) as an essential tool to complete clinical documentation & other job functions/requirements.
Position Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Annual TB test.
- Minimally, CADC certification.
- Minimally, experience in substance use field 1-3 years preferred.
- Excellent communication, organization, presentation and pc/computer skills (including proficiency with Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel and 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.
Salary : $22
