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 Case-Aide Substance Use. . The Case Aide will be responsible for providing support for the professional counseling team in the recovery home program. Schedule:  Monday through Friday, 4PM-12AM.

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 $16/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 case management for the clients.
• Responsible for encouraging, monitoring, and maintaining a therapeutic environment.
• Responsible for outreach to other agencies to increase referrals and engagement from the community.
• Assess the client’s ability to meet admission criteria and placement.
• Compete intake packets for admission into program.
• Schedule intakes and walk-throughs.
• Conduct weekly discussions with clients regarding program fees.
• 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 preferred.
• Background check clearance required.
• Annual TB test required.
• Ability to effectively utilize Electronic Health Records (EHR) as it an essential tool to complete clinical documentation and other job functions.
• Ability to utilize NOWPOW to conduct case management for the clients.
• Customer Service experience 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, Work)
• Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency preferred.
• Access to reliable transportation preferred.
• Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury, and property damage preferred.