Case Manager & Behavioral Health Specialist Project Vida Inc. - 1.8 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $60,000 a year 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Working with LGBTQ+ individuals Spanish Word processing Intake Word embeddings Individual therapy English Master's degree Case management Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds

HIV/AIDS

care Time management Full Job Description The primary responsibility of the Case Manager/Behavioral Health Specialist is to provide multi-disciplinary case management to individuals living with or at risk for HIV who may also have co-morbid conditions (i.e. substance use dependence and mental health condition) with the primary goal of improving the client's overall health and well-being. The Case Manager/Behavioral Health Specialist will formulate and systematically review individualized client care plans, maintain progress logs, facilitate needed client referrals and conduct comprehensive discharge planning. The Case Manager/Behavioral Health Specialist will also facilitate psychoeducational client group sessions covering topics such as substance use, drug interaction, individual coping mechanisms, anger management, interpersonal relationship skill development and generating healthy lifestyles.

Job Duties:

Conduct comprehensive intake evaluations collecting client biopsychosocial history Provide client assessment screenings for substance use/abuse/dependence, behavioral risk, mental and physical health Respond to and provide client crisis interventions (i.e. suicide prevention) Help clients modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing their understanding of self, personal problems, and clients' part in creating them Conduct individual counseling sessions regarding behavioral health, substance use and risk reduction Provide referrals/ linkages to necessary treatment/support and conducting proper referral follow-up Monitor individualized care plan progress and client adherence to established treatment goals Facilitate psychoeducational client group counseling sessions around the issues of substance use, drug interaction, individual coping mechanisms, anger management, interpersonal relationship skill development and generating healthy lifestyles Maintain proper progress logs and applicable client treatment documentation. Adhere to professional standards as outlined by governmental bodies, professional code of ethics, funding sources, organization policies and program guidelines Conduct occasional home visits and accompany clients on medical visits Participation in occasional outreach activities and major organization events Other duties as assigned by reporting manager or

Executive Director Requirements:

Masters degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field required 3+ years' experience in social services preferred

Certifications/licensure:

CADC, LPC, LCPC, LSW, LCSW or MISA desired Knowledge of HIV care and supportive services strongly preferred

Language:

Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred Cultural/lifestyle sensitivity to African American, Latino, and LGBT populations required Certified

HIV/AIDS

Tester within first 6 months of employment Word processing/computer skills a must Organizational and time management skills Presentation skills/group facilitation skills Reliable transportation Related lived experience is highly valued and considered a significant asset for this position, recognizing the unique insights and trust built through shared experience

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

Case management: 3 years (Preferred)

HIV/AIDS

care: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

English (Required) Spanish (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person