Overnight Case Aide – Substance Use Recovery & Support

LSSI; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Sick time

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is hiring a full-time Case Aide for the Next Steps Day Treatment program in Elgin, IL. The role delivers whole-person services and case management support for clients in substance use disorder services, collaborating with internal and external professionals.

The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) with preferred social service degree. Overnight shifts Fri–Sun 8:00 PM–8:30 AM, with a comprehensive benefits package for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates, bachelors, or masters in social services preferred.
• Annual TB test required.
• Background check clearance required.
• Proficiency in EHR documentation required.
• Experience helping people create change preferred.
• Clinically trained and able to work with diverse client ages preferred.
• Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards preferred.
• Experience establishing and maintaining collaborative community partnerships preferred.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing; access to reliable transportation; IL liability insurance coverage required.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management assistance to clients in SUD services.
• Collaborate with clients to complete intake/discharge packets and other administrative paperwork.
• Coordinate with residential and recovery facilities to ensure proper case management.
• Adhere to compliance rules and timelines for documentation.
• Reflect the clinical model of the program and NASW Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrate professional, respectful conduct with clients and colleagues.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

EHR documentation

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Social services degree preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is hiring a full-time Case Aide for the Next Steps Day Treatment program in Elgin, IL. The role delivers whole-person services and case management support for clients in substance use disorder services, collaborating with internal and external professionals.

The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) with preferred social service degree. Overnight shifts Fri–Sun 8:00 PM–8:30 AM, with a comprehensive benefits package for full-time staff.