Case Manager -Rehabilitative Services Associate (RSA) - Employment Specialist In West Chicago, IL
Case Manager -Rehabilitative Services Associate (RSA) - Employment Specialist In West Chicago, IL
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Case Manager -(RSA) - Employment Specialist
$1000 Sign on Bonus
The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical developmental intellectual mental health challenges; those who have suffered a trauma; and those at risk to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose. We are looking for aCase Manager -Rehabilitative Services Associate (RSA) - Employment Specialist in West Chicago IL who demonstrates this mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference in the community.
What you will be doing
- Responsible for developing and implementing individual programs to maximize the clients independent community living skills related to employment.
- Responsible for coordinating services to meet criteria of Milestone SEP and IPS (Individual Placement Services) by following the guidelines of IPS and the Employment First Program to assist clients in obtaining and maintaining employment that is consistent with their preferences.
- Engage in job development/networking in the community approximately 65% of the work week.
- Complete daily documentation of services and IPS activities provided in accordance with state and agency standards as applicable.
- Work with a team of various service providers within the agency to ensure a positive client-centered approach. A minimum of one Client Centered Consultation for each client is required by all treatment team staff to ensure collaboration across programs with periodic updates to maintain this collaboration.
- Engage clients toward the goal of competitive employment in community job settings.
- Meet with all assigned clients on a regular basis depending on program and client needs; turn in completed assignment sheets or billing logs on a weekly basis.
- Conducts a minimum of six (6) in person contacts each week with people who have hiring authority.
What will we provide Full Time employees.
- $1000 sign on bonus for full-time
- Up to 21 Days of Paid Time Off prorated based on hours worked plus 10 Paid Holidays
- Paid training
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401K with a 3.5% company contribution after one year if you work 1000 hours annually.
Qualifications
What will you bring to the table
Education: High school diploma or GED
License/certifications: Must obtain CESP certification after 1 year of employment.
Experience: At least 1 year of experience in behavioral health or experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
Physical:
- Navigation of stairs
- Ability to move about in the work environment and to regularly visit multiple work sites within the entire service area. Driving a car is required.
- Ability to be able to assist clients in training in Labor focused positions.
Equipment:
- Computer including Microsoft Office Suite Applications
- Copy Machine
- Fax Machine
- Scanner
- Telephone with voice mail system
Additional Requirements:
- The use of personal automobile a valid drivers license and the minimum amount of liability insurance as defined by AIDs Personnel Policy. Will require use of employees personal automobile.
- Must acquire and maintain certifications in First Aid CPR Non-violent crisis intervention training CEUs and other relevant trainings
- Flexibility in work hours required.
- Computer skills experience with data entry word processing and spreadsheets.
- Must be capable of verbal and written communication.
- Neat and professional appearance.
If we seem like a good fit consider joining our growing team of compassionate hardworking and caring individuals and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud to work
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
