7 Mental Health Court Clinical Case Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL
NAMI Chicago is Hiring a Mental Health Court Clinical Case Manager Near Chicago, IL
Reports to: Mental Health Court Manager
Office Location: 1801 W. Warner, Suite 202, Chicago IL; required in-office minimum of 3 days per week (hybrid work policy subject to change)
Background:
Guided by the experiences of those living with mental health conditions and rooted in equity, NAMI Chicago educates to fight stigma and discrimination, fiercely advocates for our community, and shares hope, connection and expertise with people on their mental health journey.
Responsibilities:
- Provide intensive case management services for individuals participating in adult mental health treatment court.
- Act as liaison between treatment providers and the criminal justice system, balancing the integrated treatment needs of participants, the mandates of the criminal justice system, and the appropriateness of community-based treatment and recovery supports.
- Provide screening and clinical assessments; case planning; ongoing linkage to substance use disorder treatment, mental health treatment, and other needed ancillary services.
- Monitor individuals involved in the mental health court as well as advocate for their needs.
- Provide support, information, and referrals to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis or severe mental illness and those trying to help them.
- Partner with providers across Chicago to advocate for the needs of those we encounter and ensure appropriate connection to needed services.
- Maintain intake notes, agency resource records, and documentation using NAMI Chicago's database system.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrated commitment to serving underrepresented and vulnerable populations, including social and racial/ethnic minorities as well as those living with mental illnesses and/or substance use disorders.
- Proven record of success working with a diverse environment regarding race, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, and gender.
- Exhibits sensitivity, empathy regarding human service issues and projects a non-judgmental attitude towards those requiring assistance.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to set priorities, organize time efficiently, and handle multiple demands.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and communication skills.
- Ability to travel to court in Cook County. This work will regularly be performed at court locations that house adult mental health courts.
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or other related fields.
- Two or more years' experience working with people living with mental illness in a community mental health agency, hospital, or other setting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, and database management
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Master's degree, LCSW, or LCPC strongly preferred.
- Compensation range begins at $50,000/year
- Paid Vacation, Personal, and Wellness Days
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Company Sponsored Life and AD&D Insurance
- Unmatched 401K Program
- Company Sponsored Wellness Activities
Job Summary
Full Time
$84k-105k (estimate)
06/25/2024
07/11/2024
namichicago.org
CHICAGO, IL
<25
1979
JACQUELINE WARFORD
<$5M
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About NAMI Chicago
Mental health affects everyone, no matter who they are or where they are from. That's why NAMI Chicago is committed to showing up for everyone in our communitywhether its Chicagos first responders, students and school staff, a person on the other end of the phone, or in the community, meeting individuals where they are. NAMI Chicago knows that we heal on a community level. Read our Roadmap to Wellness here. At NAMI Chicago, we have the courage to believe that healing is possible. We work tirelessly, seven days a week to create a world that prioritizes mental wellness, and to bridge people into... the care and support they deserve to live thriving lives of recovery. NAMI Chicago is the local Chicago affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. We are one of the largest, most active NAMI affiliates in the country, with full-time and part-time staff, graduate level interns, and weekly volunteers. We are growing and looking for dedicated team members to support our mission. View current career opportunities: namichicago.org/careers
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