Case Aide, Substance Use

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 Case Aide Substance Use. Responsible for assisting clinical staff providing services to Elgin Residential Rehabilitation clients, including monitoring surroundings, observing clients during medication times, and documentation as well as providing support coverage to Healthy Start Recovery Home as needed.

Schedule

• Friday,
• Saturday,
• Sunday 8AM to 8:30PM
• 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: On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet. Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure. Salary $16/Hourly. 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: Collaborate with Elgin Residential Rehabilitation Team members, other LSSI programs, and external partners in order to provide quality, whole-person care and services to Elgin Residential Rehabilitation clients. Make client referrals and linkages. Maintain an encouraging and therapeutic environment on the unit. Monitor surroundings and assist clinical staff, including communicating any changes in a client’s presentation or needs to a member of the clinical staff. Complete all required EHR documentation accurately and in a timely manner. Maintain familiarity of and adhere to emergency procedures. Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner.
• Position
• Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. One (1) to three (3) year’s experience in substance use field preferred. Background check clearance required. Annual TB test required. Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards required. Demonstrated proficiency using Electronic Health Records (EHR) documentation and review required. Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing. Excellent organization, presentation, and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software. Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency preferred. 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.