Association House of Chicago
Chicago, IL, USA
Oct 02, 2024
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- 1116 North Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA
- Oct 02, 2024
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Case Management
Full time
ABOUT ASSOCIATION HOUSE OF CHICAGO
Founded in 1899 as one of Chicago’s original settlement houses, Association House has a 122-year history of meeting the most pressing needs of those in the communities we serve. Today, we provide comprehensive, collaborative and effective programs with bilingual competency in English and Spanish. With more than 30 programs encompassing Behavioral Health, Child Welfare, Community Health, Workforce Development, and the Association House High School, we promote individual health and wellness and create opportunities for educational and economic advancement. With a strong lens on equity, Association House is firmly committed to our core values of integrity, excellence, respect, leadership, and education.
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for assisting class members residing in SMHRFs (Specialized Mental Health Rehabilitation Facilities) and NFs (Nursing Facilities) with applying for Social Security Benefits through the SOAR program (SSI/SSDI, Outreach, Access, and Recovery). Perform Assessment to determine eligibility gathering supporting documentation, completing, and submitting the necessary forms, and assisting class members in appealing social security admiration decision, if necessary. Uses intensive outreach strategies to engage participants in services. Makes sure that class members are safe and obtain timely access to services. Serves as a liaison with other systems of care, including SMHRFs staff and collaborating treatment provider. Documents all services using program standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social work, or a related field (or) Certification of Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS).
- SOAR certification, if not certified, must successfully complete SOAR training through the SAMHSA National SOAR TA Center within 40 days after being hired.
- Experience working within the field of mental health, substance use treatment, or I/DD services preferred.
- Experience working with diverse ethnic populations.
- Personal vehicle, Illinois current driver’s license and insurance, good driving record acceptable to agency insurance carrier.
- Ability to occasionally lift to approximately 35 pounds when applicable for transporting wheelchairs.
About Association House of Chicago
Founded in 1899 as one of Chicago’s original settlement houses, Association House has a 122-year history of meeting the most pressing needs of those in the communities we serve. Today, we provide comprehensive, collaborative and effective programs with bilingual competency in English and Spanish. With more than 30 programs encompassing Behavioral Health, Child Welfare, Community Health, Workforce Development, and the Association House High School, we promote individual health and wellness and create opportunities for educational and economic advancement. With a strong lens on equity, Association House is firmly committed to our core values of integrity, excellence, respect, leadership, and education.