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 clients and / or their families in order to promote self-sufficiency;
- 2. Responsible for developing, monitoring, and evaluating client progress;
- 3. Advocates for clients with regard to financial, state / federal benefits, housing, education, child care, skill testing and development programs, job training, job referral and / or treatment programs;
- 4. Completes psycho-social and other assessments in client homes, Agency properties, or other locations accessible to the client, including but not limited to : individual interviews, collateral conferences, evaluation of client needs and abilities and following-up, when necessary;
- 5. 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;
- 6. Develops and facilitates scheduled monthly support group meetings, establishes services plans and intervenes, when necessary, using a variety of professional approaches;
- 7. Responsible for maintaining routine and ad-hoc reports;
- 8. Knows and complies with the laws and regulations relevant to the position and services;
- 9. Participates in community outreach efforts;
10. Meets with each client as required by the program or based on client needs.
PLEASE NOTE :
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 required to occasionally work evenings, weekends, or special events, as needed.
Immediate Supervisor : Program Director
Directly Supervises : N / A
Indirectly Supervises : N / A
Education and Experience Requirements :
Relevant Education :
Preferred : MSW
Minimum : Master's Degree in social services
Relevant Experience :
Preferred : 3 years of related experience
Minimum : 1-2 years of related experience
Certification / Licensure :
Preferred : N / A
Minimum : N / A
Education and Experience Requirements :
Relevant Education :
Preferred : MSW
Minimum : Master's Degree in social services
Relevant Experience :
Preferred : 3 years of related experience
Minimum : 1-2 years of related experience
Certification / Licensure :
Preferred : N / A
Minimum : N / A
