Overview Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. LSS has grown to become one of the largest human service agencies in the two-state area, serving more than 125,000 clients annually. We are looking for passionate, mission-driven individuals to help provide services including outpatient behavioral health management, international, domestic and special needs adoptions, older adult services, support services for children, youth and families, community corrections programs, and support services for adults with disabilities and/or mental health concerns. Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives. If this mission describes you and you want to help us achieve it, please apply for the following opportunity.
Deep River – Substance Use Disorder treatment facility in Neillsville, WI is a brand new facility seeking a Case Manager to join the Neillsville team. Deep River is a comprehensive SUD treatment facility committed to helping residents move into sustainable recovery. Services include a full range of DHS 75 and DHS 83 license requirements and include a trauma‑informed approach, with gender-specific services for men. The facility provides an environment that supports meaningful change and hope. This is a part‑time role with hours Monday–Friday from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Under the direction of the program and clinical supervisor, the Case Manager performs core functions as described below.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This list is not all-inclusive and may be expanded as needed by management.
Markets services and/or receives referrals of customers with a variety of needs, applying professional social work counseling skills to solve problems.
Conducts assessments of customer needs through interviews, collateral contacts, and other investigations; develops a casework plan with customers and provides agreed-upon casework services.
Provides case management services and coordinates the various social, community, and mental health services received by customers.
Establishes and maintains effective public and working relationships and collateral contacts.
Maintains detailed case records, develops and prepares statistical reports, makes recommendations concerning case disposition, and testifies at hearings as required.
Attends and participates in staff development programs, including in-service training, staff meetings, and professional seminars.
May provide consultation to other social work staff and paraprofessionals.
May serve as a representative of the agency to interested individuals, professionals, and community groups.
May administer specialized programs within a community or the agency.
Participates as a member of a quality team and interacts with primary, external, and internal customers to enhance service quality.
Performs other duties as required.
PERKS Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility due to nonprofit employment; benefits include loan forgiveness after on-time, income-driven payments over time. LSS Clinical Managers and Human Capital staff can assist with the application process.
Licensure and Exam Fees: if employed for 1 year, full reimbursement for licensure/exam costs for the first attempt, plus bi-annual renewals; part-time employees receive partial reimbursement.
Maintain a state license in a mental health or substance abuse-related field is required for this position.
Clinical Supervision and Consultation: free, robust clinical supervision for licensure and professional development.
Training: opportunities for internal and external trainings and CEU credits.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Upon offer, candidates must successfully complete necessary background, caregiver, medical, and any other checks required by program requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, psychology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience (may be dependent upon COA and/or contract/licensing requirements).
Two (2) years of professional work experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of counseling and casework principles and methods.
Considerable knowledge of welfare, health, mental health, and community resources.
Considerable knowledge of federal, state, and local rules and regulations governing the delivery of social services.
Knowledge of human behavior, dynamics of groups, interpersonal relations, and social interaction.
Ability to provide professional social work treatment to customers; ability to organize and plan work effectively; ability to establish and maintain effective public and working relationships; ability to prepare and present detailed reports.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; motor vehicle check (MVR) with satisfactory driving record required; ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.
State Certified Social Worker (CSW), Certified Professional Counselor (CPC), or other applicable state certification is preferred.
Travel: Ability to travel on day trips as required; some overnight travel may be required.
LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Additional: Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.