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 remains a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.
LSSI is hiring a full-time onsite Mental Health Outpatient Supervisor in Sterling from Monday through Friday. Responsible for providing whole-person services to clients, including:
• 11 sessions • Case management assistance • The presentation of evidence-based group programming
Also responsible for assisting clients in achieving their stated goals and objectives.
Benefits and Perks
LSSI is growing. Come be a part of this rewarding environment and enjoy the knowledge that youre 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: $23-24 per hour. • Opportunity for advancement. • Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees, including: • Healthcare insurance • Up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year • 11 paid holidays • Sick time • 403b plan • Employee Assistance Program • Flexible hours
The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed
Essential Functions
Meet and exceed revenue productivity. Participate in hiring, interviewing, and/or assumes sole responsibility per Directors choice. Responsible for training new staff and coaching supervisees on both clinical and career path goals, as well as teaching and supporting staff on program services, program purpose, and theory of change to achieve positive outcomes.
Understand follow and adhere to all timelines regarding documentation completion, execute all case notes, treatment plans, and authorization on time. Ensure compliance with regulations, codes, agencies, payers, applicable laws, and accreditation standards.
Collaborate with clients to complete assessments and treatment plans. Maintain a reduced caseload at 50 productivity, 20 hours per week. Collaborate with Sterling Outpatient team members, other LSSI programs, and external partners to provide quality whole-person care and services to clients receiving services.
Provide support coverage to other Sterling Outpatient clients sites as needed. Complete all required EHR documentation in a timely manner and in compliance with regulatory bodies and funders. Ensure adherence to ethical standards of treatment, including the NASW Code of Ethics.
Familiarity with Emergency Procedures. Demonstrate professional, positive behavior, and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individuals in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner.
Position Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Associates bachelors or masters degree in a social service field is preferred. Minimum of five years of experience in a substance use setting at LSSI is required. CADC is required unless LSW or LCSW.
LPCLCPS or LSW/LCSW is preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in EHR documentation and review is required. Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards is required. Experience establishing and maintaining collaborative community partnerships is required.
Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner verbally and written. Excellent organization, presentation, and computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other related software.
Annual TB test is required. Background check clearance is required. Valid drivers license in good standing for the state of residency is required. Access to reliable transportation is required. Valid Illinois statutory liability insurance coverage bodily injury and property damage is required.
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, or any other characteristic protected by law.