Case Aide​/Child Care Staff

Job Title: Case Aide/Child Care Staff

Department: TLP/ILO Program

Reports to: Program Coordinator

Job Type: Full Time, Salary, Non-Exempt

Job Location: Chicago, IL

Salary Range: $38,000-$40,000

What began as a small clinic established by young community leaders on the West Side of Chicago in 1972 has grown into one of the largest providers of high-quality and culturally competent services focusing on counseling and crisis intervention services, substance use prevention and treatment, violence prevention, education, case management, community and family services. We are dedicated to rendering compassionate and effective programs to promote the quality of life by catalyzing to advocate, educate and empower individuals and their families.

The Case Aide will provide direct service to At‑Risk Youth with the goal of successful transition into the community. The position requires general supervision of Participants, teaching proper daily living and social skills, implementation of the daily schedule, behavior management, crisis intervention, group work, implementation of recreational activities, report writing and records management, and overseeing all other aspects of daily living for the residents.

The Case Aide's main responsibilities include developing strong relationships with Participants, acting as a liaison for their agency and clients, and preparing case files and any other needed reports.

At Rincon, Our Commitment To Mutual Respect, Inclusivity, And Diversity Is Woven Into The Structure Of All That We Do. We Value

• Dedication – Embodying effective and transparent leadership and quality client care.
• Education – Preventative programming and clinical services based on industry standards, competence and outreach.
• Accountability – Consistent service delivery, measurable success, and sensible financial management.
• Advocacy – Empowerment, reduction of treatment stigma, and relationship building with partners.
• Compassion – Embracing culturally diverse communities and equality through sensitivity to individual needs.

• Assist Case Manager by managing Participant files.
• Advise Participants regarding proper services and non‑clinical support services as needed.
• Provide oversite whereabouts and activities of all assigned residents during the scheduled shift of a 24‑hour day.
• Maintain current knowledge through participation in mandatory training.
• Responsible for conveying information/directives as it relates to Case Manager/RA’s role in providing continuing daily living skills.
• Follow all RFS Child Welfare/Agency policies and procedures in the performances of duties.
• Utilize available program resources and materials to meet the needs of the residents.
• Understand and appropriately utilize the established Transitional Living Program Standards.
• Manage the behavior of Participants through use of approved behavioral management interventions and work with residents toward the accomplishments of goals.
• Fairly and consistently enforce rules and apply appropriate consequences as needed.
• Implement individual management plans for Participants through a teamwork approach and make suggestions to the team based on observations and interactions with the residents.
• Effectively manage the daily routine and follow program schedules.
• Effectively lead Life Skills groups per level responsibilities.
• Assist Participants in identifying behavioral alternatives and selecting appropriate behaviors.
• Effectively address and resolve conflict between Participants.
• Manage daily routines and monitor safety conditions and overall cleanliness of the Participant units.
• Provide transportation for Participants as needed but within program guidelines.
• Follow all policies, procedures, protocol, and safety directives to create and maintain a consistent, predictable, and safe environment.
• Maintain alertness to potentially unsafe situations and respond to maintain a safe environment for all.
• Monitor resident behavior to ensure that they are not a danger to themselves, other residents,…