Diversion Coordinator/Case Manager - 11th District

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Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a substance use treatment organization offering comprehensive behavioral health programs, including medication-assisted recovery, to individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and co-occurring mental health conditions. With over 25 years of experience and multiple locations across the state, we provide a full continuum of care for substance use disorder, from prevention and harm reduction to treatment and recovery support. Our programs integrate FDA-approved medications for the treatment of substance use disorders, including all three medications approved to treat opioid use disorder (buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone). We strive to meet our patients where they are, bringing care outside clinic walls via telehealth and mobile services and ensuring patients have access to harm reduction resources and education.

This position plays a vital role in the Narcotics Arrest Diversion Program (NADP) - a citywide initiative that offers individuals arrested for possession of small amounts of illicit substances a second chance through treatment instead of prosecution. In this position, the coordinate will provide direct services, including assessments, case coordination, and discharge planning, to help clients access the care and support they need to recover.

Working on-site in partnership with the Chicago Police Department (CPD), Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), and community partners, the position will help connect clients to harm reduction and treatment services, coordinate warm hand-offs, and promote ongoing engagement in recovery. This grant-funded role is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on public safety and community health by reducing recidivism and preventing opioid-related overdoses across Chicago.

Essential Duties:

Conduct patient biopsychosocial assessments using standard practice put in place.

Develop and maintain diversion relationships with each police district, serving as the primary liaison to connect individuals to treatment services offered by FGC.

Assess substance use severity.

Provide case management, discharge planning, and aftercare coordination.

Develop and direct prospective referrals to FGC and other treatment providers, as appropriate and in accordance with clients' needs and wishes.

Communicate with and counsel family members (with appropriate patient consent) to support treatment goals.

Maintain a minimum of 50% of time in direct, face-to-face counseling contact.

Schedule: (4:00p - 12:30a); availability to work on Saturday or Sunday is required.

Start Date: ASAP

Pay Rate: $32.21 per hour

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).

DCFS clearance required.

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity , pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.

Keyword: counselor, counseling, therapy, therapist, psychology, Chicago, substance use, substance abuse
Required Experience:

Education and/or Experience: High School diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor's in Psychology, Social Work, or counseling degree is preferred but not required. Master's degree preferred, not required. Some working knowledge of ASAM clinical guidelines, DHS/SUPR contractual language and deliverable expectations, JCAHO/CAREF guidelines, DEA, and CSAT rules, regulations and guidelines is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: IAODAPCA Certified Alcohol and Other Drugs Counselor (CADC) preferred. State of Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker preferred, not required. Current driver's license and vehicle insurance.

From: Family Guidance Centers, Inc.