ABOUT ASSOCIATION HOUSE OF CHICAGO
Founded in 1899 as one of Chicago’s original settlement houses, Association House has a 122-year history of meeting the most pressing needs of those in the communities we serve. Today, we provide comprehensive, collaborative and effective programs with bilingual competency in English and Spanish. With more than 30 programs encompassing Behavioral Health, Child Welfare, Community Health, Workforce Development, and the Association House High School, we promote individual health and wellness and create opportunities for educational and economic advancement. With a strong lens on equity, Association House is firmly committed to our core values of integrity, excellence, respect, leadership, and education.
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for providing intake, therapy and case management services for adults, adolescents, and children with moderate to severe mental illness or dually diagnosed. Uses intensive outreach strategies to engage participants in services. Conducts comprehensive mental health assessments to determine service needs. Formulates treatment plans and implements intervention strategies. Monitors and reviews treatment plan regularly. Monitors participants’ symptoms regularly. Provides crisis intervention services in consultation with program supervisor. Coordinates and links participants with needed services and community resources. Documents all services using program protocols.
Requirements
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field.
- Three years of experience in the mental health or substance abuse field preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Experience working with multi-ethnic populations preferred.
- Must have daily use of a car, current insurance, valid driver’s license, and a driving record acceptable to Agency insurance carrier.
- Flexibility to work on weekends, evenings, holidays during emergencies when assigned to the rotating emergency cellular.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Work setting:
- Community health center
- In-person
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60651 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60651: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person