Caseworker

PWP Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

401k with company match

Generous Paid Time Off program

Job summary

PWP Health, located in Chicago, is looking for a dedicated Caseworker to join our team. This role focuses on coordinating mental health services for clients, ensuring they receive the comprehensive care they need from various providers and agencies.

The ideal candidate is a qualified Mental Health Professional with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field, and experience in community-based care. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and a positive working environment.

Qualifications

• You must meet Illinois standards as a Mental Health Professional (MHP) or Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP).
• Experience in community-based case management or care coordination is preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources in the Chicagoland area is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mental health services across providers and agencies.
• Establish measurable goals based on client needs.
• Track client progress and adjust services as necessary.

Skills

Mental Health Professional (MHP) or Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)

Experience in community-based case management or care coordination

Knowledge of community resources in the Chicagoland area

Experience working with a homeless or high-risk of homelessness population

Experience with individuals with serious mental illness (SMI)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field

Job description

PWP Health is an innovative healthcare organization transforming lives through comprehensive behavioral health services. Our success is rooted in our core values, which drive our mission to promote community visibility, engagement, and growth in impact.

We’re building a team of passionate professionals who want to do meaningful work while driving excellence, integrity, and innovation in every area of behavioral healthcare.

The Opportunity

The Caseworker acts as a primary care coordinator, ensuring clients receive comprehensive, integrated, and ongoing support across providers, agencies, and community systems. This role functions within a community mental health model where therapy is brought into everyday settings like neighborhoods, schools, and support groups, meeting people where they are. The position requires flexible scheduling to accommodate client needs.

What You'll do

• Coordinate mental health and supportive services across healthcare providers, social service agencies, schools, housing programs, and other community partners.
• Establish measurable goals aligned with client strengths, needs, and recovery objectives.
• Track client progress and adjust services as needed.
• Ensure all services are documented to support clinical necessity and billing compliance.
• Support clients in navigating complex systems and achieving greater independence and stability.

Who You Are

• You Must meet Illinois standards as a Mental Health Professional (MHP) or Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) .
• You have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field.
• Your have experience in community-based case management or care coordination, preferred
• You have knowledge of community resources in the Chicagoland area
• You have experience working with a homeless or high-risk of homelessness population.
• You have experience working with individuals with serious mental illness (SMI), co-occurring disorders, or high-acuity behavioral health needs.

Why Join PWP Health?

At PWP Health, compliance isn’t just about checking boxes - it’s about protecting the people we serve and empowering our teams to do their best work. As part of that mission, we offer a full suite of comprehensive benefits that are meant to support our teams. This includes

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 401k with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off program

The anticipated base salary range for this role is ($25-$26 per hour) , with potential bonus eligibility. Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, budget for the position and cost of labor in the market in which the candidate will be hired.

If you’re ready to shape the ethical foundation of a growing, values-driven healthcare organization, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and help us build a future where integrity and impact go hand in hand.