at TASC, Inc in Belleville, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description:At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities) our mission is to build a healthier, safer, more just society. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and most importantly, empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through the use of SPECIALIZED CASE MANAGEMENT™, we create a world where recovery, justice and empathy lead to thriving communities. Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety and justice is synonymous with hope. We are TASC!
In this position, you will be part of TASC's agency infrastructure, whose departments collectively assure the overall quality, fiscal responsibility, effectiveness, and impact of TASC's work, and work to advance our mission to build a healthier, safer, and more just society.
We are currently looking for full-time –Case Manager
Starting at $41,600 – contingent upon experience, education, etc.
Summary: This position will provide addiction intervention, AODA counseling and recovery support services to clients and their families. This position is responsible for bringing services, agencies, resources and other people together to assist a client in achieving established goals.
- Provide direct services and coordinate other services, resources and people to assist clients in achieving their established service plan goals
- Screen and assess clients for their appropriateness for agency services
- Adheres to the service hour protocol established by the agency
- Support engagement in drug treatment, community, etc.
- Counsel and aid family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting the client or patient
- Facilitate individual and/or group orientation or educational sessions (as required)
- Represent clients and agency at staffing and court hearings, probation, parole and provider networks
- Provide referrals for identified needs of the client and crisis intervention when needed
- Document the results of assessments, service plans, reports, progress notes, discharge summaries and other client-related activities including accurate reporting of services
Our Ideal candidate:
- Bachelor's degree preferred in human services, social work, psychology or other related fields
- One or more years' experience in human service activities; or any equivalent combination of training and experience
- Knowledge of human behavior for the assessment and signs and symptoms of substance abuse disorders. Specific knowledge necessary for working with special populations
- Knowledge of the Code of Ethics for substance abuse professionals
- Knowledge of the federal drug and alcohol confidentiality law (42 C.F.R. Part 2) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system
- Must be available to attend meetings and meet the needs of the program and/or clients throughout the city, counties or wherever needed (a valid driver's license, current auto insurance and reliable automotive transportation are required)
Our benefits package includes:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life In
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Tasc, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicants for employment based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by law.
