Case Manager – Rehabilitative Services Associate (RSA) – Employment Specialist – West Chicago, IL
Sign‑On Bonus: $1000
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 a Case 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.
Coordinate 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 in accordance with state and agency standards.
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.
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.
Conduct a minimum of six (6) in‑person contacts each week with people who have hiring authority.
What we will provide:
Up to 21 days of paid time off prorated based on hours worked plus 10 paid holidays.
Paid training.
Tuition reimbursement.
401(k) with a 3.5% company contribution after one year if you work 1,000 hours annually.
What 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 regularly visit multiple work sites within the service area; driving a car is required.
Equipment: Computer with Microsoft Office Suite; copy machine; fax machine; scanner; telephone with voicemail system.
Additional Requirements: Use of personal automobile, valid driver’s license, and minimum liability insurance as defined by AID’s Personnel Policy; acquisition and maintenance of certifications in First Aid, CPR, non‑violent crisis intervention training, CEU’s and other relevant trainings; flexibility in work hours; computer skills, experience with data entry, word processing, and spreadsheets; verbal and written communication skills; neat and professional appearance.