What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager position at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago?
Essential Functions* of the position are detailed below and include any physical requirements checked below:
1. Provides case management and supportive services to assigned clients by assisting them with locating and securing housing;
2. Advocates for clients with regard to financial, state/federal benefits, housing, job training, job referral and or treatment programs;
3. Completes service plans and program assessments in client homes, Agency work locations, or other public locations that are accessible to the clients, including but not limited to: individual interviews, collateral conferences, evaluation of client needs and abilities and following up,when necessary;
4. Maintains up-to-date and accurate client files and databases, as required by agency/programmatic policies and procedures, professional standards, and external requirements of all relevant regulatory, licensing or accrediting bodies in the course of performing job expectations;
5. Knows and complies with the laws and regulations relevant to the position and services.
6. Works collaborative with internal and external partners to obtain services for clients;
7. Participates in community outreach efforts and attends community events to develop and maintain positive and collaborative relationships with community partners;
8. Meets with each client, as required by the Program or based on client needs;
9. Assists the Program Director with completing reports and the grant writing process, as needed.
PLEASE NOTE:* Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
X Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling or standing multiple times a day.
X Push and pull objects up to 25 pounds.
X Climb up and down up to 6 flights of stairs at a time.
X Lift up to 25 pounds.
Additional Requirements:
Other Requirements: Comply with program and/or Agency requirements related to:
X Background check, including any program specific requirements
Physical examination
Drug Testing
TB Testing
X Driver's License and reliable transportation
X Agency-specified automobile insurance
X Additional Requirements: May be asked to occasionally work evenings, weekends or special events, as needed.
Immediate Supervisor: Program Director
Directly Supervises: N/A
Indirectly Supervises: volunteers and/or interns
Education and Experience Requirements:
Relevant Education:
Preferred: MSW or Masters Degree in related field
Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in Related Area
Relevant Experience:
Preferred: 2 years of related experience
Minimum: 1-2 years of social services
Certification/Licensure:
Preferred: Licensed Social Worker/Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor/Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Minimum: N/A
Education and Experience Requirements:
Relevant Education:
Preferred: MSW or Masters Degree in related field
Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in Related Area
Relevant Experience:
Preferred: 2 years of related experience
Minimum: 1-2 years of social services
Certification/Licensure:
Preferred: Licensed Social Worker/Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor/Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Minimum: N/A
