Counselor Substance Use Addiction

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-time Counselor Case Manager

for Substance Use/Addiction.

Responsible for providing individual, group, and family counseling services for adults experiencing SUDs and substance related issues in a clinical, culturally sensitive, and trauma informed manner in LSSI’s Kenmore Outpatient substance use treatment program.

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 $24.04/Hourly.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:

Providea continuum ofcounseling andpsychoeducationservicestoclientswithalcohol/drug co-occurring or gambling related conditions.Coordinateandfacilitategroupandindividual counseling sessions (ASAMLevels0.5,1,2.1, continuing care), DUI, and psychoeducation.Providecasemanagement services,includingassessment,evaluations, treatmentplanning, continuing care, and monitoring progress of clients' response to treatment.Ensurealldocumentation is completed accurately, inatimelymannerandincompliancewith state, federal, and agency standards.Collaborate withteammembers, otherLSSIprograms, andexternalpartners inorderto provide quality, whole-person care and services to clients.Meetproductivityrequirementsidentifiedby LSSI.Ensureadherencetoethicalstandardsoftreatment,includingNASWCodeof Ethics.Demonstrate professional, positive behavior andcarry out responsibilitieswithintegrity, treatingclients,families,otherLSSIworkforcemembers,andcollaborative organizations and/or individual ina dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner.Position Qualifications:

Highschooldiplomaorequivalent required.Bachelor'sormaster'sdegree preferred.One(1)tothree(3)yearsofexperienceinsubstanceusefieldpreferred.LSW,LPC,LCSW,orCADSrequired,ormustobtainwithintwo(2)yearsofhire date.AnnualTBtest required.Backgroundcheckclearancerequired.Knowledgeandexperience usingDSM-5andASAMcriteria tomakeaccuratediagnosis of substance use disorders and treatment/intervention recommendations required.Demonstratedabilitytorecordandproofreadinformationonformsandcharts required.Trainedandproficientintheuseofanelectronichealthcarerecord preferred.Familiaritywithaccreditation andlicensurestandards preferred.Demonstrated abilitytocommunicate inaclear,comprehensiblemanner,bothverballyandin

writing.Excellent organization, presentation andpc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office(Outlook,Teams, Word,Excel,PowerPoint) alongwithotherrelatedsoftware.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.#J-18808-Ljbffr