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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 IFR Addictions Supervisor. Supervises a team of counselor/case managers who, in collaboration with a child welfare partner, provide intensive, home-based clinical and case management services to women referred by DCFS who have given birth to a substance-exposed infant. Other referrals may be made of families with significant drug usage indicating risk of harm to affected children. Team is split between two office locations.
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:
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 $63,500-$68,000/Annually.
- 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:
- Supervise team of AOD workers to provide an array of case management, outreach and aftercare services to clients and their families in need of substance abuse treatment. May carry a small caseload if needed.
- Provide back-up and/or in-person support for staff as needed on home visits, at hearings, staffing’s, etc. Also plan and facilitate training for team.
- Meet productivity requirements as established by supervisor.
- Communicate via regular staffing’s and as needed with supervisor, AOD and child welfare staff, DCFS and collateral agencies regarding progress of children and families on established treatment goals.
- Completes and submits all necessary reports and documentation accurately and on time as required by agency, regulatory bodies and funding sources.
Position Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in human services required, master’s degree in social work preferred.
- Two years of experience in substance abuse treatment and case management required. Prior experience with child welfare involved families desire.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
- Excellent communication, organization, presentation and pc/computer skills (including proficiency with Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) along with other related software.
- Background check clearance, both criminal and CANTS
- Valid Illinois driver’s license, and proof of automobile liability insurance.
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.
