Case Manager, CST

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On Demand Flexible Paydays

Competitive salary

Hourly salary 22-24

Advancement opportunities

Healthcare insurance

Paid time off 26 days

11 paid holidays

Sick time

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to healing, justice and wholeness in Illinois communities.

The CST Case Manager position focuses on delivering whole-person services for clients in mental health case management programs, including 1:1 meetings, case management support, and evidence-informed interventions to build behavioral, emotional, and social skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates, bachelor’s, or master’s degree in a social services field preferred.
• If master’s level, work toward clinical licensure; LPC/LCPC or LSW/LCSW preferred; background check clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Meet and exceed revenue productivity.
• Carry a client caseload, as assigned, to meet 60% productivity (24 billable hours per week).
• Collaborate with clients and/or colleagues to complete lM+CANS, treatment plans, and other required documentation.
• Understand and follow all compliance rules regarding treatment of services and contracts.
• Understand and reflect the clinical model of the program, demonstrating principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• Adhere to all timelines regarding documentation completion.
• 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.

Education

Associate’s degree in social services

Bachelor’s degree in social services

Master’s degree in social services

LPC/LCPC or LSW/LCSW licensure preferred

Job 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-time CST Case Manager, Monday through Friday. Responsible for providing whole-person services to clients participating in mental health case management programs, including 1:1 meetings, case management assistance, and the utilization of evidence informed interventions that target behavioral, emotional, and social skill building. Also responsible for assisting clients in achieving their stated goals and objectives; collaborating with internal and external treatment professionals and community partners.

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-$24/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

• Meet and exceed revenue productivity.
• Carry a client caseload, as assigned, to meet 60% productivity (24 billable hours per week).
• Collaborate with clients and/or colleagues to complete lM+CANS, treatment plans, and other required documentation.
• Understand and follow all compliance rules regarding treatment of services and contracts.
• Understand and reflect the clinical model of the program, demonstrating principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• Adhere to all timelines regarding documentation completion.
• 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’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree in a social service field preferred.
• If master’s level, work toward clinical licensure.
• LPC/LCPC or LSW/LCSW preferred.
• Background check clearance required.