Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives, nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith.
- Screens applicants, evaluates eligibility, provides necessary referrals, and facilitates the application process for the Family Self-Sufficiency Program.
- Assumes primary case management and support counseling responsibility for caseload, conducting psychosocial assessments and individualized service planning to include specific, measurable short- and long-term goals and objectives.
- Facilitates supportive counseling to ensure readiness for change and adherence to the developed service plan and provides crisis counseling as needed.
- Maintains a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.
- Meets productivity expectations for client services.
- Documents all service activity and client information in the client record and in other Agency approved database(s), in compliance with program policies and procedures and to ensure adherence to department and funding requirements.
- Maintains statistical and financial information and submits accurate, timely reports.
- Knowledgeable about and links clients to appropriate community resources.
- Advocates on behalf of clients to ensure access to services for which the client is eligible.
- Completes other duties as assigned.
- Exhibit alignment with the team's clear goals that are mission-focused, grounded in Catholic Charities history, and tied to action.
- Contribute to a joy-filled culture built upon respect and inclusion, team pride, and community spirit.
- Collaborate effectively to support excellent process, accountability, and constructive conflict.
- Demonstrate a commitment to growth through learning, forgiveness, and reflection.
Living Our Values:
- Courageous Compassion: Welcome and serve all with an open heart, emphatic listening, and a commitment to radical hospitality.
- Solidarity: Embrace shared humanity by celebrating and giving voice to our differences and choosing the path of collaboration and inclusion.
- Faith-filled Hope and Joy: Uplift each other in times of darkness and celebrate together in times of light, leaning in with humility, humor, and hope.
- Meaningful and Measurable Impact: Meet human need with love, balance immediate action with lasting change, and act with accountability through dialogue, analyses, and reflection
Qualifications and Skills:
Preferred:
Previous experience working with individuals with complex trauma.
Minimum:
Technology skills for data entry.
Ability to engage with clients from the local community.
Education and Experience:
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree
Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree
Minimum Experience: Entry Level
Preferred Experience: 1-2 years relevant experience
Certification and Licensure:
Minimum: N/A
Preferred: N/A
Other Requirements Comply with program and/or Agency requirements related to (check all that apply).
X Background check, including any program-specific requirements
Physical examination
TB Testing
Drug Testing
Driver's License and reliable transportation
Immediate Supervisor: Supervisor, Self-Sufficiency Program
Directly Supervises: N/A
Indirectly Supervises: Interns and volunteers
Position Details:
Hybrid/Onsite: Hybrid
Supervisor Role: No
Requirements:
Qualifications and Skills:
Preferred:
Previous experience working with individuals with complex trauma.
Minimum:
Technology skills for data entry.
Ability to engage with clients from the local community.
Education and Experience:
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree
Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree
Minimum Experience: Entry Level
Preferred Experience: 1-2 years relevant experience
Certification and Licensure:
Minimum: N/A
Preferred: N/A
Other Requirements Comply with program and/or Agency requirements related to (check all that apply).
X Background check, including any program-specific requirements
Physical examination
TB Testing
Drug Testing
Driver's License and reliable transportation
Immediate Supervisor: Supervisor, Self-Sufficiency Program
Directly Supervises: N/A
Indirectly Supervises: Interns and volunteers
Position Details:
Hybrid/Onsite: Hybrid
Supervisor Role: No
