Case Manager

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives, nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith.  

 

Case Manager

The Case Manager provides supportive services to chronically homeless individuals with disabilities by collaborating with case managers on benefits, budgeting, and housing stability, maintaining compliance documentation, coordinating community outreach and volunteer engagement, and representing the agency in local initiatives.

 

Job Responsibilities

1. Provides supportive services for chronically homeless individuals with a documented disability by working collaboratively with the client's case manager to obtain income and benefit verification, create and maintain client budget, and document client monthly rent and utility payments. 

2. Assist clients in completing state/federal entitlement benefit applications and advocates for them, as needed.

3. Maintains up-to-date accurate client files and databases in compliance with all Agency/programmatic policies and procedures, professional standards and external requirements of all relevant regulatory, licensing or accrediting bodies.

4. Participates in community outreach efforts, by establishing partnerships with community resources and volunteer opportunities. Works with partners to match clients with prospective volunteer opportunities. Maintains a positive relationship with community partners.

5. Represents the Agency at Lake County functions committee meetings as assigned.

6. Coordinates with Case Managers to plan three client engagements per year.

 

PLEASE NOTE: Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
X Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling or standing
multiple times a day.
X Push and pull objects up to 25 pounds
X Climb up and down up to 3 or more flights of stairs at a time.
X Lift up to 25 pounds.
Additional Requirements:

 

Other Requirements Comply with program and/or Agency requirements related to (check all that apply).
X Background check, including any program specific requirements.
   Physical examination
   TB Testing
   Drug Testing
X Driver's License and reliable transportation
X Agency-specified automobile insurance
Additional Requirements: 

 

Immediate Supervisor: Program Director
Directly Supervises: N/A
Indirectly Supervises: N/A  

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant Education:

Minimum: Bachelor's Degree
Preferred: Master's Degree

 

Relevant Experience:

Minimum: 2-4 years of case management experience
Preferred: 4-6 years of case management experience

 

Certification/Licensure:
Minimum: N/A

Preferred: N/A