Social Worker jobs at State Of Illinois - Illinois Student Assistance Commission

BPIS: 12474 Class Title: PUBLIC AID LEAD CASEWORK SPECLST - 35880 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: Spanish Salary: Anticipated starting $5637/monthly; Full salary range $5637-$8026/monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Sangamon Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code: This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger-something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule-flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois. Position overview: The Department of Healthcare and Family Services is seeking to hire a motivated individual to serve as a Public Aid Lead Casework Specialist assigned to the Bureau of All Kids. Under the general direction from the KidCare Supervisor, this position will function as a lead worker to a team of casework staff in the Bureau of All Kids. This position serves a functional resource to less experience caseworkers and provides on-the-job training for new staff. The ideal individual will have the ability to speak and write English and Spanish at a colloquial skill level and possess strong organizational, communication skills., excellent team leadership skills, ability to thrive in a high volume and fast paced environment and demonstrate the ability to collaborate with team members to ensure operations are running effectively. HFS values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents. Employees receive a robust benefit package including: * Monday-Friday work schedule * Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas. (Remote work may be an option for certain positions.) * Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance * Pension Plan * Paid Parental Leave * Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare) * Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually. * New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually. * Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually. * (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date) If you are seeking a new opportunity, and this position appeals to you, please apply today! At the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), we value staff as our greatest asset. We work in a spirit of teamwork to help millions of Illinoisans access high quality healthcare and fulfill child support obligations to advance their physical, mental, and financial well-being. We provide healthcare coverage for children and adults through Medicaid and other medical programs, and we help ensure that children receive financial resources from both their parents through Child Support Services. The HFS Office of the Inspector General investigates, audits and reviews program activity to ensure the integrity of our programs is maintained. HFS is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation. HFS is an equal opportunity employer. Essential Functions * Under general direction, serves as lead worker to a team of casework staff * Serves as functional resource person for team casework staff * Manages a caseload * Identifies training needs and conducts on-the-job training for assigned staff * Translates functions, policies, and procedures into Spanish for individuals who cannot speak or read English * Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above Minimum Qualifications * Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with emphasis on the behavioral sciences and two (2) years suitable professional casework experience in a social service agency; or one (1) year of agency casework experience; or any combination of equivalent training and experience * Requires ability to speak and write Spanish at a colloquial skill level Conditions of Employment * Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history * Requires the ability to utilize and maintain state issued equipment such as a laptop * The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Headquarter Location: 201 South Grand Ave E Springfield, IL 62704-3803 Work County: Sangamon Email: ************************ Posting Group: Social Services This position DOES NOT contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs). APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Use the "Apply" button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees - a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the "View Profile" link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account. If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources: State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com - click "Application Procedures" in the footer of every page of the website. The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your "junk mail", "spam", or "other" folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses: * ****************************** * *************************** Nearest Major Market: Springfield

Job Description Make a Meaningful Impact from the Very Start Join our team of passionate professionals dedicated to supporting infants and toddlers (birth to age three) with developmental delays or medical diagnoses that place them at risk. As an Early Intervention Social Worker (LSW), you will empower children and families in their natural environments (primarily home settings), focus on developmental growth, mental health, trauma-informed care, and social-emotional well being. Opening: Home Based Early Intervention Social Worker (LSW) Location: Columbus 1st Shift: Monday to Friday 8am to 4:30pm What You'll Do: Deliver family-centered early intervention services in alignment with each child's Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). Conduct functional assessments in home settings and help develop meaningful outcomes based on family concerns and priorities. Provide counseling, trauma-informed care, and therapeutic support to children and their families. Actively participate in IFSP development, reviews, and annual updates. Collaborate with transdisciplinary team members using the principles of primary service provider (PSP) and coaching models. Advocate for families and help them access needed supports and services. Maintain accurate case documentation, data entry, and compliance with regulations. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Social Work Ohio Licensed Social Worker (LSW) Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) Developmental Specialist Credential, or able to obtain within first 24-months of employment. 10-30 hours of coursework/seminars in child development, family-centered practices, early intervention strategies, IDEA Part C regulation Proficient in Microsoft Office Ohio Driver's License Preferred qualifications include: Early Intervention Certificate, two or more years' experience working with children birth-5 with developmental delays or disabilities, one (1) year experience working in I/DD or mental/healthcare setting. Rewards and Benefits: $25.16 to $37.74 per hour based on experience; salaried exempt. Affordable medical plan options, including dental and vision, start 1st of the month after hire. Life insurance at no cost to you. Generous employer match retirement program. Employee referral bonus program. Six (6) paid holidays. 168 hours of annual Paid Time Off that starts after 90 days of employments. Robust employee recognition and appreciation programs. About: Hattie Larlham is a not-for-profit disability service organization providing care and support to over 1,600 children and adults throughout Ohio. Because we believe life is sacred, Hattie Larlham enhances the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through our commitment to comfort, joy and achievement. Our compassionate and dedicated staff focuses on creating a nurturing environment in which individuals have opportunities to learn, have fun, feel safe, loved, and make choices about what happens in their lives. Powered by ExactHire:184308

Job Details Long Island City - Long Island City, NY Full-Time Exempt $65000.00 - $70000.00 Salary/year DayDescription Title: Social Worker Unit: Better Living Center Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000 annually Reports to: Clinical Supervisor, Better Living Center Status: Full-Time; Regular, Exempt Location: Long Island City Days/Hours: Monday through Friday, generally 9:00am-5:00pm, 4 days on site and 1 day remote, with 1-2 days 12:00pm-8:00pm Organization Overview: The Fortune Society, Inc. (Fortune) has been working for over 57 years in service to our mission: to support successful reentry from incarceration and promote alternatives to incarceration, thus strengthening the fabric of our communities. The organization has evolved into one of the nation's preeminent reentry and justice-informed service organizations, providing formerly incarcerated people with the skills and wrap-around services needed to break the cycle of crime and incarceration and to build productive lives in their communities. Fortune has grown steadily over the years to an agency with close to $90 million in annual budget with just under 600 staff. We anticipate that we will keep growing, both in size and depth of service. Fortune has a dual mission: both advocacy and service. The advocacy portion of our mission focuses on building a more just criminal legal system and reducing the barriers to reentry into society. The service side of Fortune has evolved to encompass a broad range of programs that started with employment and education and now includes a robust array of services, among them: alternatives to incarceration, supervised release, court advocacy, discharge planning within correctional facilities, licensed substance use and mental health treatment, a housing continuum ranging from emergency and transitional through permanent congregate and scattered site housing, assistance in obtaining benefits, a care management unit, HIV services, a food and nutrition program, and an arts program. Each service we provide is informed by the needs of the population we serve. Fortune currently serves approximately 14,000 people a year. Our program models are recognized, both nationally and internationally, for their quality and innovation. We have locations in Brooklyn, The Bronx, Manhattan and Queens. Position Summary: The Social Worker is a member of the Better Living Center, an Article 31 Office of Mental Health Outpatient Treatment and Rehabilitation Center. The Social Worker is responsible for providing therapy to clients with histories of criminal justice involvement. The role may also include providing services through Fortune's OASAS-licensed 822 substance use clinic, depending on client volume. The position may involve some delivery of telehealth services from a home location, and will also involve on-site work at Fortune Society's Long Island City location. Core Competencies: Mission and Fit: Embodies Fortune's mission and values and will be an effective member of the team in furthering both. The candidate should exhibit compassion and understanding for our participants (wherever they are in their re-entry process) and embrace Fortune's core value that none of us should be measured against the worst things we have done. Client Engagement The successful candidate will be able to complete required screening tools to build comprehensive psychosocial evaluations. While engaging in services with clients, the successful candidate will be able to practice multiple theoretical frameworks and tailor their therapeutic approach to the client based on ongoing assessment and clinical need. The person will also demonstrate positive attitude with flexibility of schedule in rolling with the changes that a person newly entering therapeutic services demonstrate. Time Management & Personal Organization This person will demonstrate excellent time management skills including making, keeping and/or rescheduling appointments on their own personal calendar as well as psychiatric appointments for clients on their caseload. Successful candidate will be excellent at maintaining personal organization in pursuing numerous tasks in parallel, managing his/her/their time to maximize efficiency, and will be good at completing paperwork accurately and in timely manner. All of this requires good computer navigation skills as well as effective typing speed. Basic Office Skills This person will have to record their client interactions into Fortune Society's databases, and therefore have competency using a computer (knowledge of MS Office and electronic health record systems) and use of other tools such as cell phones and Zoom. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct initial client assessment and psychosocial interviews; Develop a therapeutic alliance with clients; Provide ongoing individual counseling and weekly group counseling; Write and update individual client-based, goal-orientated treatment plans following agency guidelines and timeframes; Maintain detailed case records, with all case notes completed within 48 hours of interaction. Maintain on-going clinical communication with supervisor; Communicate with other Fortune staff members in the same and other programs/locations that share common client(s); Provide linkages to outside agencies for additional services; Participate in case conferences and clinical supervision meetings; Participate in training opportunities; Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Qualifications: LMSW, LCSW, MHC-LP, LMHC, or LCAT required; CASAC credential is a plus; Minimum of one year overall clinical experience required; Experience in dealing with either psychiatric issues, trauma or incarceration desired; Ability, on some days, to work remotely via Zoom in a quiet, private home-office location required; Excellent client-engagement and counseling skills; Excellent clinical documentation and time management skills; Strong computer skills, particularly in electronic health records; Bilingual Spanish-speaking is a plus; SIFI certification is a plus. We seek talented, dedicated individuals from all walks of life who possess a strong commitment to this mission. Relevant personal experience is a plus. Physical Demands: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The responsibilities and requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensing, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The Fortune Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of conviction history, race, religion/creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status or marital status.

The Social Worker is assigned to the Geriatrics & Extended Care Service in the Home Based Primary Care Program and functions as a member of a multidisciplinary team. The Social Worker will provide comprehensive, longitudinal, interdisciplinary, primary care in the homes of Veterans with serious medical, psychosocial, and behavioral conditions for whom routine clinic-based care is not effective or may not be possible. VA Careers - Social Work: **************************** Rhz_ua_UU Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties include, but are not limited, to: Social Worker GS-9 * Screening/Assessment: Develops an assessment of the Veteran under close supervision of an independent or advanced practice licensed Social Worker and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team, the Veteran, and, whenever possible, family members and significant others. The goal of the assessment is to highlight the Veteran's strengths, limitations, and internal/external supports, and service needs to optimize the Veteran status and safely maintain the Veteran in his/her home. The assessment will include a home visit. * Treatment Planning/Goal Setting: Develops the social work treatment plan and sets achievable and measurable treatment goals with the Veteran and/or family in collaboration with the HBPC interdisciplinary treatment team members and under the close guidance of the social work clinical supervisor. The Social Worker will include mental health and psychosocial problems in the interdisciplinary treatment plan. * Provision of Mental Health Assessment/Services in the Home: Provides treatment planning for mental illness and psychosocial challenges which includes diagnosis, individual psychotherapy, and supportive counseling to be provided in the Veteran's home under the close supervision of an independent or advanced practice licensed Social Worker. In addition to in-home psychotherapeutic interventions, Social Workers will assess, collaborate with the Veteran and inter-disciplinary team to determine appropriate referrals to outpatient mental health services, substance abuse/addiction services, day treatment, or group therapy services offered through VA or community resources. Social Worker GS-11 * Psychosocial Screening and Assessment: Uses knowledge and theories of mental health and aging to independently perform comprehensive initial and follow-up assessments to meet the psychosocial needs of the patient and their support systems. Assessments include physical limitations, psychological/psychiatric needs, cognitive deficits, social and environmental milieus-based approach focused on the Veteran's goals. * Psychosocial Treatment Planning and Goal Setting: Develops the psychosocial plan of care, following advanced assessment and screening, to improve the patient's ability to achieve optimal psychosocial functioning. The Social Worker includes the Veteran's goals of care in the plan of care. The patient centered plan of care may include individual and family counseling, long-term and advance care planning, non-pharmacological pain intervention, stress management, caregiver support, psycho-educational programming, and grief and bereavement counseling. * Crisis Intervention: Independently responsible for crisis intervention and/or suicide prevention in home environments. The Social Worker functions without additional staff support or supervision in patient homes. The Social Worker performs rapid assessments and develops crisis management plans. Crises may include but are not limited to housing, finances, psychiatric relapse, suicidality, or violence. The social worker will assess for suicidality and self-harm, perform appropriate interventions, and create a safety plan for the Veteran. NOTE: The employee operates a government vehicle in the performance of their duties, and, subsequently must maintain medical clearance from the employee health department, have a valid state driver's license, and provide proof of insurability. The Social Worker will successfully complete all facility requirements to drive a GSA Vehicle and transport Veterans. In addition, the incumbent will successfully complete all facility required TMS trainings to drive a GSA Vehicle and transport Veterans. Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 92135-0 and 92136-0 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

The Battle Creek VA Medical Center is recruiting to fill a Social Work position in Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) serving the Battle Creek or Benton Harbor catchment area. They provide high quality case management, psychosocial support, advocacy, and linkage with appropriate VA and community service providers/agencies as needed. VA Careers - Social Work: **************************** Rhz_ua_UU Duties include, but are not limited to: * Developing the treatment plan and setting achievable treatment goals with the veteran/family in collaboration with the HBPC interdisciplinary treatment team members * Developing a resource file of VA and community social service programs and will refer the veteran to needed services. * Collaborating with other service providers in reassessing the Veteran's needs for non-institutional, institutional services/programs and entitlements. * Educating the Veteran and/or caregiver of the available services and assisting them in establishing the appropriate referrals based on the Veteran's preference or that of his surrogate decision-maker. * Act as an advocate when it serves the best interest of the Veteran/family. * Provide education related to VA and community resources, entitlements, Advance Directives/Living Will and will refer Veterans/families to the appropriate interdisciplinary team member for identified health education needs. * Coordinating referrals of non-institutional services such as ADHC/CADHC, home hospice, skilled and non-skilled homecare services in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team members. The social worker is also responsible for the coordination of the referrals of institutional placements in Community Residential Care, Assisted Living Programs, or a community nursing home. * Entering all Veteran/family contacts in the electronic record using appropriate formats and templates. * Attend all meetings (weekly interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, Social Work staff meetings, Rehab and Extended Care staff meetings, assigned committees, etc.) and perform other duties as required by Extended Care and the Home Based Primary Care. Other duties as assigned. NOTE: Applicants selected for a position that requires travel must possess a current and valid driver's license. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: Available, Ad Hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 93521A, 93522A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

The Clinical Social Worker in this position provides direct services to adult and geriatric Veterans enrolled in the Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) Program/Specialty PACT with high quality case management, clinical treatment, advocacy, and to coordinate linkage with appropriate VA and community service providers / agencies as needed by the client. This is accomplished in collaboration with other members of the HBPC Team or other interdisciplinary treatment teams as appropriate. Duties may include but are not limited to: * Screening/Assessment - The Social Worker will develop an assessment of the Veteran in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team, the Veteran, and family members/significant others, whenever possible. The goal of the assessment is to highlight the Veteran's strengths, limitations, and internal/external support and service needs to optimize the Veteran's functional status and safely maintain the Veteran in his/her home. Within the HBPC Program the assessment will include a home visit. The initial assessment and assessment updates will be completed as specified by the policy for the assigned work area. * Treatment Planning/Goal Setting - The Social Worker is responsible for contributing to the development of the treatment plan and setting achievable treatment goals with the Veteran, family members/significant others and other HBPC/Specialty PACT clinical staff. * Referral to service providers - Throughout the course of treatment, the Social Worker is the subject matter expert on VA and/or community resources. The Social Worker will collaborate with other service providers in reassessing the Veteran's needs for non-institutional, institutional services/programs and entitlements. * Resource Development - The Social Worker is responsible for developing a resource file of VA and community social service programs and enhancing the content to the benefit of Veterans. * Advocacy - The Social worker understands the intimidation of bureaucracy and will act as an advocate when it serves the best interest of the Veteran and family members/significant others. * Crisis Intervention - The Social Worker is experienced in making rapid assessments and developing crisis management plans. The Social Worker has access to multiple resource directories in addition to previously developed resources to meet the demands of a crisis. * Education/Health promotion and prevention - The Social Worker provides education related to VA and community resources, entitlements, Advance Directives/Living Will and will refer Veterans and families/significant others to the appropriate interdisciplinary team member for identified health education needs. * Coordination of non-institutional and institutional services - The Social Worker is responsible for the coordination of the referrals of non-institutional services such as HBPC, CADHC, home hospice and skilled and non-skilled homecare services in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team members. The Social Worker is also responsible for the coordination of the referrals of institutional placements in Adult Foster Homes, Medical Foster Homes, Assisted Living Programs, CNH, or VA CLC. * Supportive counseling - The Social Worker will provide the Veterans and their caregivers with ongoing supportive counseling. * Administrative responsibilities - The Social Worker will enter all Veteran/family contacts in the electronic record using appropriate formats and templates. This information will be entered in a complete, confidential, and professional manner to ensure information on the Veteran is shared with other VA staff. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 94223-A, 94224-A Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Continuous Exam # 25/60B25/06MJ Monterey County Health Department's Behavioral Health Bureau (MCBH) seeks experienced behavioral health professionals to fill several vacancies at the Senior Psychiatric Social Worker (Sr. PSW) level. The Behavioral Health Bureau is a progressive agency that serves children, youth, adults, and their families with System of Care values of being community based, culturally relevant, client and family centered and using evidence-based practices to support clients in the wellness and recovery of their mental illness and substance use challenges. The Behavioral Health Bureau currently has Senior Psychiatric Social Worker vacancies in Access to Treatment (ACCESS), the Adult System of Care (ASOC), the Children's System of Care (CSOC), and the Quality Division in both Substance Use Disorder Services and Quality Improvement. Access to Treatment clinics are entry points into services and provide an array of clinical services for individuals of all ages who are seeking to get connected to services for mental health and substance use issues that are impacting their ability to function in work, home, school, social and community settings. Services include screening, assessment, crisis intervention, individual and group therapy, linkage and referral to community resources as well as the Children and Adult Systems of Care. Adult System of Care provides a wide range of comprehensive integrated care to adults/older adults (18+ years of age) with serious mental illness, co-occurring substance use, and other complex issues. The multidisciplinary teams work together to provide an array of services including but not limited to psychosocial rehabilitation, individual and group therapy, strength-based case management, crisis intervention, family support and community integration. Clinical teams are based out of the outpatient regional clinics in Marina, Salinas, Soledad, and King City. Children's System of Care provides an array of clinical services from of birth to 25 years of age and their families. Clinical teams include Early Childhood Services, Transition Age Youth (TAY), Post Hospitalization Support, as well clinical teams that partner with the Child Welfare, Education and Juvenile Probation systems. Community Crisis Services (Mobile Crisis) Team responds to calls for crisis support and provides brief crisis intervention, de-escalation, triage, risk / safety assessment, safety planning, referral and linkage to individuals and families experiencing behavioral health crisis in the community. This team seeks to provide support to stabilize the situation in the community to avoid unnecessary hospitalizations and divert from emergency resources (hospital/jail) when appropriate while providing linkage to ongoing care as needed. Adult Justice Involved Services Team works with justice involved adults (18+ years of age) some of whom are reentering society after a period of incarceration (jail/prison) and transitioning to community-based services to meet their mental health and substance use disorder treatment needs. Clients may be participating in one of the Collaborative Court or Diversion programs, CARE Act (Care Court) or referred to services through Post Release Community Supervision or the Cal AIM Justice Involved Behavioral Health Linkages Initiative. Quality Division plays a central role in maintaining the highest standards of care within Monterey County Behavioral Health by implementing a comprehensive range of quality assurance and improvement activities that support the functionality, effectiveness, and compliance of specialty mental health and substance use services. Teams are responsible for conducting thorough program utilization reviews to assess service delivery quality, identify areas for improvement, and ensure adherence to regulatory standards. In addition to oversight and compliance, the Quality Division Teams develop and refine policies that align with federal and state guidelines. They also design and deliver targeted training sessions and provide ongoing support to Monterey County Behavioral Health staff and contracted partners, equipping them with the tools and knowledge needed to deliver exceptional, client-centered care. Candidates hired into regular full-time positions for this classification at the Health Department may be eligible for a signing bonus up to $10,000. For more information regarding the Signing Bonus, please refer to Admin Procedures A.49.1 Employment Bonus. The Eligible List established by this recruitment process will be used to fill current and future vacancies, both regular and temporary, as they arise. * Serves as subject matter resource to other professional staff by providing professional or specialized knowledge and recommending clinical solutions to complex client problems that are consistent with program goals * Serves as subject matter resource to other mental health staff in relation to missions, policies and procedures of collaborating agencies * Interviews clients and their relatives to collect and compile extensive social case histories for use in diagnosis and determination of treatment * Refers clients to appropriate agencies in cases outside the scope of Specialty Mental Health Services (SMHS); participates in collaborative treatment with representation of other agencies such as clergy, schools, welfare, health and law enforcement * Performs intensive case management services with patients and their relatives; conducts individual and group therapy * May assign, review and coordinate the work of staff, including monitoring for timely completion of clinical documentation within AVATAR system and conformance to specific directions and overall work standards * Participates as a psychiatric team member with other treatment disciplines; participates in diagnostic and evaluative client conference for cooperative planning of treatment To view the complete job description, please visit the Monterey County website: Senior Psychiatric Social Worker THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Thorough Knowledge of: * Principles, procedures, techniques, trends and literature of social work with particular reference to psychiatric social work * Social aspects and characteristics of mental and emotional disturbances * Principles of mental health education * Scope and activities of public and private health and welfare agencies * Current trends in metal health, public health, and public welfare * State and Federal programs in the mental health field Skill and Ability to: * Gather, analyze, evaluate and draw logical conclusions from data * Think creatively and develop new procedures, methods or approaches to completing assignments * Work cooperatively with a variety of others including representatives of other agencies * Communicate orally with mentally ill or emotionally disturbed individuals to gather social histories and to effectively counsel patients and to persuade others to accept a course of action or to get agencies to jointly resolve issues * Write clearly and concisely in order to prepare records and reports * Exhibits sympathy and tact when dealing with mentally disturbed patients and family members * Work independently and complete assignments based on overall goals, objectives and board policies * Develop and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the course of work * Plan, organize, assign and review the work of others Desirable Qualifications: * Ability to speak, read and write in English and Spanish The skills necessary may be acquired through various types of education, training, and/or experience, typically: Experience: Approximately three years of experience performing duties equivalent to Psychiatric Social Worker II in Monterey County OR Approximately three years of experience providing treatment, counseling or case management services to clients in a mental health setting. REQUIRED CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: * Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority. * Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency, travel out of County to attend meetings. * Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting. * Pursuant to Section 5751 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, possession of any one of the following: * Licensed Clinical Social Worker: to be a graduate of an accredited graduate school of social work and be licensed as a clinical social worker in the State of California * Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist: to be a graduate of an approved graduate school of marriage and family therapy and to be licensed as a marriage and family therapist in the State of California. * Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor: To be a graduate of an approved graduate school of professional clinical counseling and to be licensed as a professional clinical counselor in the State of California BENEFITS: The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the Bargaining Unit K Benefit Summary Sheet. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. NOTES: As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES Apply on-line at***************************************************** or Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting: Monterey County Health Department Attn: Human Resources Division 1270 Natividad Road Salinas, CA 93906. Phone: (831) 755 - 4519 Fax: (831) 775 - 8133 The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include: * A completed County of Monterey Employment Application * Responses to the Supplemental Questions Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Maira Jimenez, Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 755 - 4541 or ******************************.

Continuous Exam # 24/60B01T/09MJ The Monterey County Health Department, Behavioral Health Bureau is seeking enthusiastic candidates to work as part of a multidisciplinary care team serving children, youth, adults, and older adults as a Psychiatric Social Worker I - Trainee. The Behavioral Health Bureau is a progressive agency that serves children, youth, adults, older adults and their families with System of Care values of being community based, culturally relevant, client and family centered, using evidence-based practices to support clients in their wellness and recovery journey for mental illness and substance use disorder conditions. Children's System of Care provides an array of clinical services from of birth to 25 years of age and their families. Clinical teams include Early Childhood Services, Transition Age Youth, Post Hospitalization Support, as well clinical teams that partner with Child Welfare, Education and Juvenile Probation. Adult System of Care provides a wide range of comprehensive integrated care to adults/older adults (18+ years of age) with serious mental illness, co-occurring substance use, and other complex issues. The multidisciplinary teams work together to provide an array of services including but not limited to psychosocial rehabilitation, individual and group therapy, strength-based case management, crisis intervention, , family support and community integration. Clinical teams are based out of the outpatient regional clinics in Marina, Salinas, Soledad, and King City. Access to Treatment clinics are entry points into services and provide an array of clinical services for individuals of all ages who are seeking to get connected to services for mental health and substance use issues that are impacting their ability to function in work, home, school, social and community settings. Services include screening, assessment, crisis intervention, individual and group therapy, linkage and referral to community resources as well as the Children and Adult Systems of Care. Community Crisis Services (Mobile Crisis) Team responds to calls for crisis support and provides brief crisis intervention, de-escalation, triage, risk / safety assessment, safety planning, referral and linkage to individuals and families experiencing behavioral health crisis in the community. This team seeks to provide support to stabilize the situation in the community to avoid unnecessary hospitalizations and divert from emergency resources (hospital/jail) when appropriate while providing linkage to ongoing care as needed. Adult Justice Involved Services Team works with current and former justice involved adults (18+ years of age) some of whom are reentering society after a period of incarceration (jail/prison) and transitioning to community-based services to meet their mental health and substance use disorder treatment needs. Clients may be participating in one of the Collaborative Court or Diversion programs, CARE Act (Care Court) or referred to services through Post Release Community Supervision or the Cal AIM Justice Involved Behavioral Health Linkages Initiative. As a member of a psychiatric team, this position will assist and participate in interviewing clients and families, compile social case histories, participate in diagnostic and evaluative staff conferences, prepare reports, interpret and explain factors pertaining to mental illness, provide case management services and work collaboratively with a variety of community, county and state agencies. Candidates appointed to the Psychiatric Social Worker I - Trainee level may be promoted to the Psychiatric Social Worker I level upon meeting the employment standards for the higher job class which includes receiving their Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) number, Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) number, or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) number issued by the California State Board of Behavioral Science Examiners, within six months of hire. The Health Department offers up to a $10,000 signing bonus to candidates hired into regular positions for this classification from this recruitment (24/60B01T/09MJ). For more information regarding the Signing Bonus, please refer to Admin Procedures A.49.1 Employment Bonus. The Eligible List established by this recruitment process will be used to fill current and future vacancies, both regular and temporary, as they arise. * Conducts psychiatric assessment, diagnosis and clinical interventions. * Performs initial diagnostic evaluations noting behavioral symptoms, which may indicate organic and/or mental disorders in adults and children and in interpersonal/family dysfunctions related to child and adult consumers. * Determines and develops appropriate annual treatment plans for all consumers in the assigned caseload. * Conducts individual, group and family counseling/therapy sessions for consumers toward the goal of achieving more adequate, satisfying, and productive life adjustments in the community and provides/coordinates case management services as appropriate. * Participates in developing individual and group treatment plans utilizing a variety of psychotherapeutic, psychosocial and psychoeducational modalities that meet the standards set by the Behavioral Health/State Quality Assurance Standard. * Makes consumer referrals and coordinates discharge plans. * Assesses progress of consumers on a selected basis and proposes modifications to rehabilitation plans in order to meet goals agreed upon by the consumers, youth or family. * Prepares and maintains psychosocial assessments for use in diagnostic evaluations and consumer progress and desired outcomes. * Provides community services to consumers who have underserved or unmet behavioral health needs. * Collects, coordinates and evaluates additional medical and psychosocial data and collateral information for the purpose of providing clinical interventions. * Analyzes factors which exert an adverse effect upon health problems, treatment, or recovery, or which may contribute to or are responsible for mental illness or affect the potential for rehabilitation. * Conducts treatment groups in schools and other community settings with emotionally and behaviorally disturbed children toward the goal of achieving higher functioning in interpersonal relationships and learning. * Work as a psychiatric team member with other treatment disciplines. * Provides consultation and psychoeducation services. * Maintains clinical documentation to standard of care and in keeping with agency documentation standards To view the complete job description, please visit the Monterey County website: Psychiatric Social Worker I. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Working Knowledge of: * Current philosophy, principles, and evidence-based practices for services to consumers with serious mental or emotional disturbance. * Individual, group and family psychodynamics as they relate to adults or children. * Psychiatric diagnostic methods and terminology. * Personality and human development from infancy through adulthood. Skill and Ability to: * Provide treatment to adults, children or adolescents with various mental disabilities ranging from serious mental illness to dysfunctional behavior patterns including victims of sexual and physical abuse. * In conjunction with the consumer, develop realistic, attainable and measurable service plans and facilitate their attainment. * Evaluate the degree of community functioning or emotional distress of consumers. * Communicate effectively orally and in writing and able to complete work using electronic format. * Ensure time sensitive documentation submitted within established guidelines. * Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. Desirable Qualifications: * Ability to speak, read and write in English and Spanish The skills necessary may be acquired through various types of education, training, and/or experience, typically: Education: Possession of a Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work and registration with the Board of Behavioral Science Examiners as an Associate Clinical Social Worker. REQUIRED CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: * Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority. * Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency, travel out of County to attend meetings. * Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting. * At time of hire: Possession of a Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work Or Possession of a Master's Degree which qualifies for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist by the California State Board of Behavioral Science Examiners. BENEFITS: The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the Bargaining Unit K Benefit Summary Sheet. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. NOTES: As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES Apply on-line at ***************************************************** or Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting: Monterey County Health Department Attn: Human Resources Division 1270 Natividad Road Salinas, CA 93906. Phone: (831) 755 - 4519 Fax: (831) 775 - 8133 The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include: * A completed County of Monterey Employment Application * Responses to the Supplemental Questions Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Maira Jimenez, Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 755 - 4541 or ******************************

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' SERVICES For Veterans and those who care for them. SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER Arizona State Veterans' Home - Phoenix 4141 North S Herrera Way Phoenix, Arizona 85012 Posting Details: Salary: $65,000.00 - $68,000.00 (DOE) Grade: 23 Closing Date: December 9, 2025 Job Summary: Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps veterans thrive? At the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services (AZDVS), we are committed to serving and honoring veterans, service members, and their families by ensuring that they receive the highest quality services so that they can thrive for a lifetime! We are looking for a compassionate Senior Social Worker. Your rewards: • Incomparable Benefits: Our program provides the opportunity to receive a pension and healthcare benefits for a lifetime. • Meaningful Work: Your dedication will directly enhance the lives of veterans and their family members, providing them with the care and respect that they deserve. • Professional Growth: You will engage in continuous learning and improvement through the Arizona Management System (AMS). Your contribution: • Outstanding Service: Provide the best assistance to veterans to improve their quality of life • Continuous Improvement: Participate in facility meetings, training sessions, and the implementation of the Arizona Management System (AMS) to achieve continuous improvement and efficiency • Team Collaboration: Work with other professionals to use your expertise while improving your knowledge, skills, and abilities Job Duties: Plans, organizes and supervises the social services program of the Arizona State Veteran Home Ensures timely completion of assessments and documentation per federal and state regulations and facility policies and procedures Ensures compliance with the PASRR (Preadmission Screening and Resident Review) process Supervises subordinate staff to ensure the goals and objectives of the work unit are met Plans, organizes, assigns, and reviews the work of the Social Services staff Reviews and evaluates job performance of staff through monthly 1 on 1 coaching sessions and annual performance appraisals Addresses staff problems and recommends disciplinary actions Interviews and selects staff Oversees clinically appropriate discharge planning to ensure it is safe and communicated effectively to all involved stakeholders Monitors Medicare notices to ensure timely delivery to beneficiaries per federal law Completes consults for referrals to specialist at the Veterans Administration (VA) Works with residents, families, and staff to ensure that veterans/members are treated in accordance with Resident's Rights Assists in projecting department budget working within budget parameters and monitors expenditures Maintains a personal caseload of assigned veterans/members Attends and participates in various meetings and serves on committees Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: Veterans Administration, CMS, and State regulatory standards Social Services programs and principles of social work Geriatric psychiatric issues Geriatric disease processes Side effects of psychotropic medications Physical and chemical restraints Community resources Governmental policies and programs that affect our clientele Long-term care billing standards MDS system Skills in: Verbal and written communication Counseling Case management Resident assessment Developing care plans Analytical skills Problem solving Supervision and management Ability to: Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels Utilize the facility's IT program and maintain and record assessments and care plans Maintain the highest level of confidentiality Selective Preference(s): Master's degree in social work One year of supervisory experience in a health care setting Experience in long-term care Pre-Employment Requirements: Active social work license issued by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners upon placement into position Ability to obtain and retain a valid AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card Ability to drive a vehicle in the course of conducting State business and possession of a current, valid, state-issued driver's license Current Negative Tb skin test (Mantoux skin test) within the last 6 months or a written statement from a physician, physician's assistant or a registered nurse practitioner indicating freedom from tuberculosis, if in the past has had a positive skin test or tuberculosis If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Benefits: The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: • Sick leave • Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year • Health and dental insurance • Retirement plan • Life insurance and long-term disability insurance • Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement: Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. Contact Us: If you have any questions please feel free to contact Paul Sharp at ******************** or ************** for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

Benefits: Competitive salary Flexible schedule Paid time off Training & development Do you love helping others live their best life possible? Are you passionate about promoting quality of life by providing world-class care? Inspired by nurses, Boost Home Healthcare makes it easier for patients to focus on recovery and wellness by personalizing and coordinating care. As a member of our team, you'll play a key role in providing quality home healthcare, where patients are able to remain independent at their place of residence in the healthiest and happiest state of being possible. A Medical Social Worker (MSW) provides social work services to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor. Services are furnished by a qualified social work assistant under the supervision of a qualified social worker. Why join our team: Treated with respect and dignity Ongoing training and development opportunities Supported in the field Phone stipend Mileage reimbursement What you'll be doing: Provide quality services by assessing patient/family system needs Develop and implement treatment plans in accordance with departmental and medical center policies. Perform a bio-psychological assessment interview with a patient, family, or significant other according to department policy and standards. Provide appropriate crisis intervention/treatment to adults, children, and families in emergency situations including assessment, counseling, information/referral, and providing consultation to physicians and the healthcare team. Participate in the development of the Plan of Care and prepare clinical and progress notes. Submit assessments and notes timely. Provide a professional interpretation of a patient's condition and recommend appropriate psycho-social intervention and/or treatment plan. What we're looking for: A passion to serve and help others live their best lives possible. A Master's or Doctoral Degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Two (2) years of Social Work experience in a Home Health setting. Flexible work from home options available. Compensation: $95.00 per hour BE PART OF A GROWING INDUSTRY THAT CHANGES LIVES. Inspired by nurses, Boost Home Healthcare makes it easier for patients to focus on recovery and wellness by personalizing and coordinating care.

Student Support Services/Social Worker Date Available: 01/26/2026 Position/Title: School Social Worker / School Counselor Description: SEDOL needs a School Social Worker/ School Counselor to cover a LOA for the 2025 - 2026 School Year. Responsibilities include but are not limited to IEP meetings, individual case study evaluations, functional behavioral analysis and behavior intervention plans. The school social worker will assist with behavioral concerns, positive behavioral support, and consultation with teachers, parents, and administrators as well as provide social skill groups utilizing a social emotional curriculum designed for low-incidence populations. Type of Employment: 6 - 8 week coverage for maternity leave, School Year 2025-2026 Location: Transition @ John Powers Center in Vernon Hills, IL Qualifications: Professional Education License (PEL) School Social Worker, Professional Educator License (PEL) School Counselor Direct Supervisor: Director of Special Services and dependent upon assignment, Sector Supervisor or Program Principal or District Special Education Coordinator Overview: The School Social Worker/School Counselor uses of assessment, counseling, consultation and coordination of services, School Social Workers/Counselors effectively serve students, parents, school and community. School social workers/counselors also assist school staff in developing, implementing and evaluating programs at SEDOL and in the member districts. Performance Responsibilities: * 1. Provides individual, group and/or family treatment to identified students in order to enhance success in school. * 2. Provides crises intervention services to student, school or community. * 3. Provides consultation to teachers, administrators, parents and community agencies. * 4. Completes diagnostic evaluations on identified students in a timely manner. 5. Maintains expertise in appropriate formal Adaptive Behavior Scales and initiates and completes Adaptive Behavior Scales on identified students. 6. Assumes lead position on WRAP team, as needed. * 7. Initiates linkage and maintains follow up services to community agencies on behalf of identified students. 8. Maintains current and professional knowledge of available community resources in order to benefit students and families. * 9. Assumes role of case manager for identified case study evaluations. * 10. Attends I.E.P., parent conferences, team meetings and Department meetings as indicated. * 11. Maintains adequate daily attendance. 12. Maintains and updates records of students in a timely manner as per SEDOL policies. 13. Maintains and completes an accurate record of SEDOL-based expenditures per SEDOL policy. 14. Presents workshops and/or inservices on a variety of psycho-social topics as the need arises. 15. Identifies, implements, and evaluates social/emotional based school curriculum. 16. Participates in Department and SEDOL-wide committees. 17. Assumes other responsibilities at the discretion of supervisor/principal. * ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Salary: $44,799 - $72,440 based on education and experience.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate social worker to join our youth services team. The Youth Program Social Worker will play a crucial role in providing support and guidance to participants, fostering positive social and emotional development, and addressing the diverse needs of our participants. Examples of Duties 1. Individual Counseling: Conduct one-on-one counseling sessions with participants to address personal and emotional challenges, offering guidance and support. 2. Group Counseling: Facilitate group counseling sessions to promote healthy communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills among program participants. 3. Assessment and Intervention: Assess the social and emotional needs of participants and develop intervention plans to address challenges and promote well-being. 4. Collaboration: Work closely with staff, school teachers, administrators, and other organizations to identify and address social and emotional concerns affecting participants. 5. Parental Involvement: Engage parents and guardians in the support process, providing resources and information to enhance their understanding of their child's social and emotional needs. 6. Advocacy: Advocate for the well-being of participants by collaborating with external agencies, community resources, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive support. 7. Crisis Intervention: Respond to and manage crises effectively, providing immediate support to participants in times of emotional distress. 8. Documentation: Maintain accurate and confidential records of counseling sessions, assessments, and interventions in compliance with organizational policies and regulations. 9. Educational Workshops: Organize and conduct workshops for participants, parents, and staff on topics related to social and emotional well-being. 10. Collaborative Programming: Work collaboratively with program coordinators and other staff to integrate social work principles into the overall structure and goals of the afterschool program. 11. Performs related duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications Master's degree in Social Work or related field. State licensure or certification as a social worker. Proven experience in providing counseling and support services to children and adolescents. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team. Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in social work. Supplemental Information Selected candidates must meet a residency requirement, which includes living in the state of Illinois or Iowa and must report within 60 minutes after being called into work for an overtime assignment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Your skills, experience, and passion are needed on our team. We are looking for a new on-call team members to join us, at our Crisis Recovery Center, to work as Crisis Services Technicians. This is an exciting opportunity to part of the expanding crisis services at the DuPage County Health Department! Located in our new Crisis Recovery Center on the DuPage County Campus in Wheaton, Crisis Services provides 24/7 crisis mental health services to county residents experiencing psychiatric crises or needing support for mental illness symptoms. Our team delivers top-notch care with rapid response times. Click to learn more about the Crisis Recovery Center. In this on-call position, you will be required to work at least three (3) shifts per month, having evening and weekend availability, working no more than 1000 hours per year. We offer a $2.00 per hour shift differential for our second shift and $2.50 for our overnight shift. Responsibilities Supports maintenance of a safe, therapeutic environment for clients seeking services through Crisis Recovery Center programs on the Substance Use Stabilization Unit, Adult Mental Health Unit, and Youth Mental Health Unit, as well as in Crisis Residential. Facilitates client safety and quality care in Crisis Residential and Crisis Recovery Center Programs, through completion of client rounding and belongings checks Assists with client medication observation in Crisis programming as needed Performs tasks related to maintaining environmental standards in crisis programming Assist in de-escalation of clients experiencing a mental health crisis through engagement with client and coordination with team members providing clinical intervention. Completion of required documentation within established timeframes, through use of an Electronic Client Record Participates in team meetings to assess clients' progress. Participates in emergency response activities as assigned. Requirements A qualified candidate must possess a valid State of Illinois Driver's license and have a good driving record. New employees are required to attend paid on-site, HR New Hire Orientation at our Central Public Health Center in Wheaton, during our day shift generally, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, for one week. Must have flexibility to work on the day shift for two weeks of additional training on site at the CRC. Must be 21 years of age. Experience preferred, but not required Salary $17.00 Hourly Job Type On-Call Service Unit Behavioral Health Services Department Emergency Services

Class Title: SOCIAL WORKER I - 41411 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Salary: $5,637 - $8,389 per month ($67,644 - $100,668 per year) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Randolph Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code: This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger-something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule-flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois. Position Overview The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking to hire a Social Worker I for the Chester Mental Health Center located in Chester, Illinois to perform beginning level social work duties in the Psycho-Social Rehabilitation (PSR) program and on Treatment Units. Assists with providing active treatment to patients in PSR and on treatment units, including psychosocial assessments, patient counseling, and applications for entitlement benefits. Completes documentation to reflect assigned patients' progress. Interviews patients, families, and community referral sources to gather information for psychosocial assessments. Serves as a member of the Psycho-Social Rehabilitation Program multi-disciplinary treatment team. Receives periodic training related to psychiatric treatment from more experienced social workers and clinical supervisor. Essential Functions * Serves as a Psycho-Social Rehabilitation (PSR) program team member. * Completes documentation to reflect assigned patients' progress in the clinical record, including group and patient progress notes, attendance data, and other documentation. * Interviews patients, families, and community referral sources to gather information for psychosocial assessments. * Serves as a member of the Psycho-Social Rehabilitation Program multi-disciplinary treatment team. * Assists patients with application for entitlements. * Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications * Requires a master's degree in social work from a recognized college or university. * This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title. Conditions of Employment * Requires ability to attend and pass all mandatory training sessions, workshops, and conferences. * Requires the ability to physically restrain patients as necessary to prevent injury to patient or others. * Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate. * Requires ability to prepare complex written and oral reports. * Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check. * Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law. * The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm; 30-minute unpaid lunch Work Location: 1315 Lehmen Dr, Chester, Illinois, 62233-2542 Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery Chester Mental Health Center Education Agency Contact: *************************** Posting Group: Social Services About the Agency: The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity. As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following: * A Pension Program * Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance * 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually * 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year) * 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment) * Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable) * 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years * Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position) * 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave * Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan * Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) * Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility * GI Bill Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans * 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions * Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only) For more information about our benefits please follow this link: ********************************************************* This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employee must apply internally and upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Use the "Apply" button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees - a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the "View Profile" link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account. If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources: State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com - click "Application Procedures" in the footer of every page of the website. State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section. The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your "junk mail", "spam", or "other" folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses: * ****************************** * ***************************

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Your skills, experience, and passion are needed on our team. We are looking for a new on-call team members to join us, at our Crisis Recovery Center, to work as Crisis Services Technicians. This is an exciting opportunity to part of the expanding crisis services at the DuPage County Health Department! Located in our new Crisis Recovery Center on the DuPage County Campus in Wheaton, Crisis Services provides 24/7 crisis mental health services to county residents experiencing psychiatric crises or needing support for mental illness symptoms. Our team delivers top-notch care with rapid response times. Click to learn more about the Crisis Recovery Center. In this on-call position, you will be required to work at least three (3) shifts per month, having evening and weekend availability, working no more than 1000 hours per year. We offer a $2.00 per hour shift differential for our second shift and $2.50 for our overnight shift. Responsibilities Supports maintenance of a safe, therapeutic environment for clients seeking services through Crisis Recovery Center programs on the Substance Use Stabilization Unit, Adult Mental Health Unit, and Youth Mental Health Unit, as well as in Crisis Residential. Facilitates client safety and quality care in Crisis Residential and Crisis Recovery Center Programs, through completion of client rounding and belongings checks Assists with client medication observation in Crisis programming as needed Performs tasks related to maintaining environmental standards in crisis programming Assist in de-escalation of clients experiencing a mental health crisis through engagement with client and coordination with team members providing clinical intervention. Completion of required documentation within established timeframes, through use of an Electronic Client Record Participates in team meetings to assess clients' progress. Participates in emergency response activities as assigned. Requirements A qualified candidate must possess a valid State of Illinois Driver's license and have a good driving record. New employees are required to attend paid on-site, HR New Hire Orientation at our Central Public Health Center in Wheaton, during our day shift generally, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, for one week. Must have flexibility to work on the day shift for two weeks of additional training on site at the CRC. Must be 21 years of age. Experience preferred, but not required Salary $17.00 Hourly Job Type On-Call Service Unit Behavioral Health Services Department Emergency Services

Do you want to be part of something that actually makes a difference? The Mobile Response team is a 2 person team that meets with people experiencing mental health or substance use crises wherever they are, and whenever they need it. Our collaborative interventions can help resolve crises before they become life-threatening. Join a diverse team that supports each other as much as we support the community. Watch the brief video below and start your new career! Counselor III Q(MHP) Key Responsibilities * Provides direct crisis intervention services to clients and families, which include de-escalation, stabilization, and linkage to appropriate levels of care, both in-person and via crisis phone lines * Dispatches into the community to respond to crises as part of the mobile response team. * Works collaboratively with Engagement Specialists to respond to crises as a 2 person team. * Evaluate and assess clients for level of care. * Prepares and implements treatment plans with clients. * Provides therapeutic and supportive services to clients and families. * Answers LCHD local crisis line and 988 crisis line to provide phone crisis intervention to callers. * Creates stabilization plans with clients and links clients to appropriate levels of care. * Provides direct crisis intervention services to clients and families, which include de-escalation, stabilization, and linkage to appropriate levels of care. Scheduled Hours: 16 - 40 hours a week * Available Shifts: * 1st (8:00am-4:30pm) * 2nd (4pm-12:30am) * 3rd (12am-8:30am) * On-call responsibility * $5.00 per hour shift differential for working hours deemed eligible for shift and weekend premium * Associate's degree and five (5) years' experience in behavioral sciences, or * Bachelor's degree and three (3) years' experience in behavioral sciences, or * Bachelor's degree in a related field and one (1) year of experience in behavioral sciences, or * Master's degree in behavioral sciences and no experience * Must possess a valid driver's license. * Requires use of personal vehicle when a LCHD fleet vehicle is not available for outreach activities or to respond to crisis calls in the field. As the largest human service provider in Lake County, we believe that services must be available without barriers. No residents are turned away due to the inability to pay. We believe in providing services in an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination or bias. Whether assuring accessible and effective care, impacting policy, or assessing and monitoring risks, the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center has been an essential part of the public health system in Lake County for 60 years. We are looking for passionate, qualified team members who can help make a difference in our agency and, most importantly, in our community. Additional information about the Lake County Health Department, our culture, and why you should join our team can be found at ********************************************************** Currently, you must reside in Illinois or Wisconsin to work for the Lake County Health Department. Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

BPIS: 08065 Class Title: SOCIAL SERVICES CAREER TRAINEE - 41320 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated starting salary $4,586/monthly; Full salary range $4,586-$6,228/monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Sangamon Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code: This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger-something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule-flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois. Position overview: The Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Bureau of All Kids is seeking to hire a high energy individual to join our staff in determining eligibility for All Kids insurance cases and completing initial assessment of program participants. The ideal individual will possess strong organizational and communication skills and exhibit the ability to explain eligibility requirements to applicants and to the public. We welcome interested applicants who can help manage caseloads and assist clients with routine inquiries. HFS values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents. Employees receive a robust benefit package including: * Monday-Friday work schedule * Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas. (Remote work may be an option for certain positions.) * Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance * Pension Plan * Paid Parental Leave * Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare) * Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually. * New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually. * Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually. * (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date) If you are seeking a new opportunity, and this position appeals to you, please apply today! At the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), we value staff as our greatest asset. We work in a spirit of teamwork to help millions of Illinoisans access high quality healthcare and fulfill child support obligations to advance their physical, mental, and financial well-being. We provide healthcare coverage for children and adults through Medicaid and other medical programs, and we help ensure that children receive financial resources from both their parents through Child Support Services. The HFS Office of the Inspector General investigates, audits and reviews program activity to ensure the integrity of our programs is maintained. HFS is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation. HFS is an equal opportunity employer. Essential Functions * Under direct supervision, participates in an Agency sponsored training program of six to twelve months in duration * Assists in conducting evaluations of medical programs * Assists in the update and enhancement of medical programs and reports * Establishes working relationships with Agency personnel * Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above Minimum Qualifications * Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with courses in social science or a related field of the social sciences Conditions of Employment * Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history * Requires the ability to utilize and maintain state issued equipment such as a laptop * The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Headquarter Location: 201 South Grand Ave E Springfield, IL 62704-3803 Work County: Sangamon Email: ************************ Posting Group: Social Services This position DOES NOT contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs). APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Use the "Apply" button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees - a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the "View Profile" link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account. If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources: State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com - click "Application Procedures" in the footer of every page of the website. The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your "junk mail", "spam", or "other" folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses: * ****************************** * *************************** Nearest Major Market: Springfield

BPIS: 09015/11820 Class Title: SOCIAL SERVICES CAREER TRAINEE - 41320 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated starting salary $4,586/monthly; Full salary range $4,586-$6,228/monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Sangamon Number of Vacancies: 2 Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code: This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger-something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule-flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois. Position overview: The Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Bureau of All Kids is seeking to hire a high energy individual to join our staff in determining eligibility for All Kids insurance cases and completing initial assessment of program participants. The ideal individual will possess strong organizational and communication skills and exhibit the ability to explain eligibility requirements to applicants and to the public. We welcome interested applicants who can help manage caseloads and assist clients with routine inquiries. HFS values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents. Employees receive a robust benefit package including: * Monday-Friday work schedule * Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas. (Remote work may be an option for certain positions.) * Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance * Pension Plan * Paid Parental Leave * Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare) * Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually. * New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually. * Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually. * (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date) If you are seeking a new opportunity, and this position appeals to you, please apply today! At the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), we value staff as our greatest asset. We work in a spirit of teamwork to help millions of Illinoisans access high quality healthcare and fulfill child support obligations to advance their physical, mental, and financial well-being. We provide healthcare coverage for children and adults through Medicaid and other medical programs, and we help ensure that children receive financial resources from both their parents through Child Support Services. The HFS Office of the Inspector General investigates, audits and reviews program activity to ensure the integrity of our programs is maintained. HFS is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation. HFS is an equal opportunity employer. Essential Functions * Under direct supervision, participates in an Agency sponsored training program of six to twelve months in duration * Assists in conducting evaluations of medical programs * Assists in the update and enhancement of medical programs and reports * Establishes working relationships with Agency personnel * Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above Minimum Qualifications * Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with courses in social science or a related field of the social sciences Conditions of Employment * Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history * Requires the ability to utilize and maintain state issued equipment such as a laptop * The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Headquarter Location: 201 South Grand Ave E Springfield, IL 62704-3803 Work County: Sangamon Email: ************************ Posting Group: Social Services This position DOES NOTcontain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs). APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Use the "Apply" button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees - a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the "View Profile" link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account. If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources: State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com - click "Application Procedures" in the footer of every page of the website. The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your "junk mail", "spam", or "other" folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses: * ****************************** * *************************** Nearest Major Market: Springfield

Therapist QUALIFICATIONS: MSW Degree, or a Masters Degree in a related field. Experience in working with children, adolescents and families; experience in individual, family, and group therapy; skills in interagency relations; good time management and organizational skills; maintain up to date case file documentation per agency requirements; interest and background to work with victims and perpetrators of sexual and physical abuse. Sensitivity and responsiveness to the cultural differences of individuals and families in groups outside ones own. Must obtain and retain active status of an Illinois license of LCPC or LCSW. CLASSIFICATION:Full-time, Exempt REPORTS TO:Treatment Director Summary: This person may or may not have Spanish speaking clients, it will be a mix.Carries a caseload of clients and provides them with treatment services. Duties Case Management Completes all mental health assessments, treatment plans, progress reports, and discharge summaries for all clients as required by each contract. Schedules, conducts all necessary staffing- including but not limited to intakes, pre-court, monthly progress, emergency, inter-agency, and termination. Maintains appropriate case records, written reports, and ensures all documentation has met deadlines on a timely basis. Maintains clients confidentiality in accordance to Illinois Law and YSBIV policies and procedures. Develops therapeutic strategy with Treatment Coordinator. Conducts individual, group, and family therapy where applicable, as designated by the treatment plan. Provides in-home support and assistance to families when applicable. Provide linkage with individuals and families to other community resources when appropriate. Advocate for the client/their families in regard to their right to treatment, appropriate treatment, and their right to dignity. Management/Support Duties Works with Treatment Coordinator and Director of Development in area of program development, public relations, speaking to professional groups and inter-agency teams and trainings. Researches and keeps current on field developments, including: contributing to the field through writing articles, developing workshops, speaking to professional groups, and developing accountability and growth within the program and agency. Responsible for program and statistical reports, as directed by the Treatment Coordinator. Other duties as designated by the contract we serve. III. Core Competencies Trauma Informed treatment staff adheres to practices that are trauma informed and recognize the role that trauma plays in mental illness. Treatment staff are trained to recognize signs of trauma. Treatment staff responses are derived from principles of trauma informed care, and they are qualified to guide family, caregivers, and other support sources in developing a trauma informed system of care in the clients natural settings. Person Centered Treatment staff are committed to person-centered recovery. They will educate and assist clients in identifying their strengths and enhancing resilience, along with promoting personal choice and self-help measures. Treatment staff will work to help clients feel empowered to have their own voice and advocate for themselves. Strength Based Treatment staff focus on helping clients identify, build upon, and utilize their strengths empowering them to help meet their own needs. Create a Safe and Healthy Environment Treatment staff will provide therapeutic services in a manner and in an environment that promotes a sense of both physical and psychological safety. Paramount to the program is the protection of children from harm. Any identified abuse/neglect will be reported. Collaboration Treatment staff will work with clients to help them identify how to develop a network of peers, family, and other support sources. Cultural Responsiveness and Disability Awareness Treatment services are provided to clients regardless of race, gender, religious belief, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, past or current criminal record, and inability to pay. IV.Program Support and Improvement Actively participates in YSBIVs continuous Quality Improvement program. *Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley believes that all people deserve inclusivity, fairness, and justice. We believe that both the success of our team and the wellness of our community is strongest by recognizing the qualities that make each person unique, including race, gender, age, sexuality, ability, religion, national origin, gender identity and other identities. The YSB team values and respects each other and our community as we proudly serve.