Description:
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet offers 41 paid days off per year, excellent medical benefits, and an employer-sponsored 403b plan that requires no contribution from employee. We prioritize your well-being and financial security.
Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? At Catholic Charities Diocese, of Joliet we are mission-driven, focused on positive results for people and believe that people should be treated with dignity and respect.
If you feel the same way, we encourage you to join us in making a difference! Discover an extraordinary career opportunity that combines competitive pay with outstanding benefits.
Apply now so we can make a lasting impact together!
General Responsibilities
- Operate as a member of the program team.
- Conduct comprehensive needs assessments and provide coordination of services to assist identified population including persons with disabilities to gain access to and receive needed services.
- Monitor ongoing client services, advocate as needed for assigned client caseload.
- Provide services in an office or field-based setting.
- May have lead case manager responsibility.
- May act as support for case management staff in the absence of supervisor.
- Act as agency ambassador in communities served.
- Other duties as assigned within the guidelines of this position.
Essential Functions
- Coordinate and conduct intake process for new clients entering program.
- Provide case management services in an office or field-based setting.
- Following program guidelines, conduct comprehensive needs assessments.
- Determine eligibility for services including state, federal, and local programs.
- Establish if indicated, a written care or treatment plan with the client and family to enable the client to live with maximum possible independence.
- Provide active intervention and advocacy on behalf of the client to access necessary services from state, federal, and local programs.
- Successfully manages complex cases; works with clients who may have multiple challenges.
- Complete monitoring and follow up with client as required by program or funding source.
- Create and maintain confidential case records. Meet or exceed all program, funding source, and/or accreditation and funding standards related to case documentation.
- Complete all agency, program and other required reporting or documentation in an accurate manner according to required timeframes.
- Maintain a cooperative working relationship with service providers and community organizations to meet client needs.
- Conduct educational presentations for professional and community groups as assigned.
- Possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team, bringing concerns or challenges regarding complex issues to the attention of direct supervisor.
- Coordinate work schedule for adequate program coverage and utilize agency time and resources effectively.
- Assists in program monitoring and reporting, completing all job duties with minimal supervision.
- Attend training, staff and team meetings.
Employer Provided Benefits
- Time-off: 14 Holidays - 15 Vacation days - 3 PTO days and 9 Sick days
- Medical/Dental/Vision Health Insurances
- Flexible Spending Account
- Short-term Disability Insurance (employee paid optional)
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- 403B Retirement Plan with employer contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Requirements:
- Associate’s degree in in social work, psychology, or related field with seven (7) years of experience; or a Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field with three (3) years of experience; or a Master’s degree is preferred with preference in areas of social work is required for this position. All degrees must come from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval.
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience in case management services areas is required.
- Within six (6) months of hire, must possess any required program specific certifications.
- Experience working with low income and people experiencing homelessness.
- Availability to work flexible days and hours as needed.
- Ability to relate well to program specific population including individuals with disabilities respecting their privacy, dignity, and right to self-determination.
- Ability to work effectively and constructively with persons from all ethnic, racial, and social backgrounds.
- Understanding of and willingness to adhere to program operational boundaries.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and constructively with persons from all racial, diverse cultures, family systems, and social backgrounds.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Teams.
- Passage of complete background clearance, Tuberculosis (TB) Test, and any other required testing or clearances.
- A valid driver’s license, reliable means of transportation and proof of liability insurance is required.
