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 part-time On-Call Crisis Counselor/Case Manager to work out of one locations: Community First Medical Center. The prospect would need to be available for daytime shifts. Come join our team and work in the exciting and fast paced atmosphere.

*This position complies with the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rule, which requires that employees working in certain programs are fully vaccinated unless you have a medical or religious exemption. Routine COVID-19 Testing is required from the COVID-19 vaccination*

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.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• 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 training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

• Comply with productivity standards. Must pick up at least 1 shift per month.
• Provides prescreening of patients in crisis and linkage case management services in a team-based environment.
• Provide and coordinate a continuum of tx services between the ED and the Welcoming Center.
• Meet productivity requirements as established by program director.
• Complete and submit all necessary reports and documentation accurately and on time, as required by the agency and funding source.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences present in the organization and its service population.
• Must work one unscheduled shift per month and at least two scheduled shifts per month based on program needs.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or in a related human services field (psychology, counseling, or human services); Master’s degree preferred.
• Preferred 1 year experience working with mentally ill patients, counseling, crisis intervention, or case management.
• Preference for CADC or one year experience utilizing substance abuse. interventions.
• Ability to work in a team environment with demonstrated empathy and maturity.
• Must pass the IM_CANS or IM-CATS training & test.

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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