Case Manager

Career Opportunities with Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities), our mission is to empower people and strengthen communities with impactful services. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and most importantly, empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through Specialized Case Management™\u00a0we create a world where recovery, justice, and empathy lead to thriving communities. Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today, TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety and justice is synonymous with hope. We are TASC! We are currently looking for full-time – Case Manager Starting at $44,676 - $47,650; contingent upon experience, education, etc. Position Overview: TASC is seeking a compassionate and motivated Case Manager to support clients involved in the criminal legal system who are struggling with substance use and behavioral health challenges. Case Managers in our Adult Criminal Justice and Treatment Services (ACJS) division work closely with individuals to provide assessments, referrals, and case management services that support recovery and long-term stability ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop service plans tailored to client needs Facilitate intake and enrollment into TASC programs Provide referrals and crisis intervention for behavioral health, housing, employment, and other supports Collaborate with community partners and internal staff to ensure coordinated care Apply DSM-5 and ASAM criteria in evaluating client needs and treatment referrals Maintain timely and accurate documentation, including progress notes, reports, and discharge summaries Monitor progress toward service goals and ensure compliance with all reporting systems Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and multi-disciplinary team discussions Support clients in navigating systems and accessing essential services Our Ideal candidate: High school diploma or GED equivalent Valid driver's license CADC certification within two years of employment with TASC may be required based on contractual obligations Must be able to pass an IDOC Background check Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite Demonstrated experience in group facilitation Knowledge of the current ASAM placement criteria, DSM-V as it relates to substance-related disorders, and Code of Ethics for substance abuse professionals, or the ability to acquire the knowledge Comfort working inside a correctional setting and with persons convicted of serious violent offenses Flexibility in thinking and approaches to leading group discussions Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Good time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines Our benefits package includes: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance and Flexible Spending Paid Leave - Short-term Disability (STD) Paid Time Off/Sick Time/ Floating Holiday Tuition Reimbursement TASC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. The agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status or any other protected status in accordance with federal and state law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tasc