Counselor Case Manager- Team Lead

Lutheran Social Services of IL
paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, 403(b)
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Feb 12, 2025
Description 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-timeCounselor Case Manager-Team Lead, Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm. Provide intensive community-based management services to individuals with serious mental illness to promote community functioning and independence and to decrease psychiatric admissions, nursing home readmissions, and crisis episodes. Individuals may be part of the Colbert or Williams Consent Decrees. 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 $23-$25/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: Provide training, guidance, and support to all new Community Support Team staff. Provide and coordinate a continuum of treatment services. Carry a caseload of clients providing supportive counseling and concrete services assigned by Supervisor and collaborate with other internal and external programs and treatment providers in order to provide these services. Ensure all documentation is completed in a timely manner and meets Rule 140/132 and/or MCO requirements. Transportation of clients and community visits are required. Services will be provided in multiple locations. Comply with documentation and productivity standards. Adherence to ethical standards of treatment according to NASW Code of Ethics. Position Qualifications: Bachelors is required. Masters preferred. LSW/LPC, LCSW/LCPC preferred. 1-3 years of increasing leadership responsibility. 1-3 years of experience working with mental health and/or substance use population is preferred. Proficiency in EHR documentation and review. Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards. Ability to work in a team environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent communication, organization, presentation and pc/computer skills (including proficiency with Microsoft Office - Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) along with other related software. Valid Illinois statutory and liability insurance coverage is required. Valid Driver's License in good standing for the state of residency and insurance. Access to reliable transportation is required. 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.