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 afull-timeResidential Treatment Specialist.Under the general supervision of the program manager and director or designee, provide counseling and case management services to mentally ill adults in a group home setting in order to promote recovery and independent living skills.

*Thisposition complies with the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rule, which requires that employees working in certain programs are fully vaccinated unless you have a medicalor religious exemption. Routine COVID-19 Testing is required from the COVID-19 vaccination*

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 $18.00-$20.00/Hour.
• 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:

• Execute case management services in the community and at the group home for a caseload of 8-11 clients.
• Monitor group home milieu, provide skills training and crisis intervention to clients as needed.
• Complete HUD housing Report.
• Complete IMCANS recertification.
• Achieve mastery of Carelogic EHR system.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical and administrative documentation within accreditation and licensure standards.
• Facilitate the maintenance of safe, secure and sanitary GH milieu according to house/program rules and governmental standards.
• Provide shift coverage across 3 group homes as needed.
• Meet daily billing/productivity expectations and complete documentation in a timely manner.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelors in human/social services or psychology
• Must have good written and oral communication skills and proficiency in English language.
• Must have valid driver's license and access to insured vehicles.
• Basic technology proficiency required (e-mail, phone, word documents).
• Ability to work overnight and weekend shifts.

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.



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