Case Manager

At TASC Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities our mission is to empower people and strengthen communities with impactful services 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 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

We are currently looking for full time Case Manager Candidate must be willing to travel to the following Counties Will Lake McHenry DeKalb DuPage Kankakee Kendall and Kane Starting at  contingent upon experience education etc

• Assess evaluate facilitate and monitor individuals progress in relationship to established goals and objectives
• Complete intake packets for program enrollment and participation
• Provides referrals and crisis intervention for the individuals identified needs
• Interview individuals review records and confer with other professionals to review individual progress and to determine their suitability for program participation
• Knowledge of DSM V and ASAM criteria
• Collaborate with internal and external partners participate in staff meetings and monthly supervisions and participate in integrated staffing with individuals receiving TASC services
• Identify and refer individuals with behavioral health needs
• Complete and submit internal and external program reports
• Complete and maintain all required individual and program related documentation which includes documenting the results of screenings enrollments service plans reports progress notes discharge summaries and other individual related activities including accurate reporting of services
• Monitor all individuals determined by individual progress towards service goals
• Monitor TASC database system and contractualexternal database systems to ensure Individual enrollment

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid drivers license
• CADC certification within two years of employment with TASC may be required based on contractual obligations
• Must be able to pass an IDOC Background check
• Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
• Demonstrated experience in group facilitation
• Knowledge of the current ASAM placement criteria DSM V as it relates to substance related disorders and Code of Ethics for substance abuse professionals or the ability to acquire the knowledge
• Comfort working inside a correctional setting and with persons convicted of serious violent offenses
• Flexibility in thinking and approaches to leading group discussions
• Good verbal written and interpersonal communication skills
• Good time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

• Medical Dental Vision Life  Insurance and Flexible Spending
• Paid Leave
• Short term Disability STD
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time
• Floating Holiday
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403 B retirement plan

The agency currently offers hybrid work schedules that combine in office and remote work Employees are required to report to the work site three days per week with the option to work from home to two days remotely after 60 days of employment contingent upon job duties

TASC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace The agency does not discriminate based on race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran or military status or any other protected status in accordance with federal and state law