Court-Based Recovery Case Manager

Westcare-Illinois-Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare in Chicago collaborates with a counselor to serve clients diagnosed with substance use disorders. The role involves assessing client needs, coordinating with probation and court teams, and guiding clients through insurance and service referrals to support recovery goals.

The position emphasizes engagement techniques, court advocacy, and community resource linking, with a focus on confidentiality and collaboration with WestCare staff to promote client progress and successful community

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work preferred.
• Bilingual is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess resource needs of clients.
• Work with Adult Probation, the State’s Attorney’s Office, and court team members.
• Provide wraparound service that includes researching insurance and healthcare benefits, identifying services and supports needed for the participant to meet his or her goals, making referrals to appropriate services.
• Monitor clients’ progress in treatment and recovery support programs by conducting regular conferences with treatment staff.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Job description

WestCare in Chicago collaborates with a counselor to serve clients diagnosed with substance use disorders. The role involves assessing client needs, coordinating with probation and court teams, and guiding clients through insurance and service referrals to support recovery goals.

The position emphasizes engagement techniques, court advocacy, and community resource linking, with a focus on confidentiality and collaboration with WestCare staff to promote client progress and successful community