Case Manager Position-Men's Program at MorningStar Mission in Joliet

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We're hiring a Case Manager for our Men's Program at our Joliet location , and we're looking for hearts ready to serve with love and purpose.

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Position Summary :

• Are you passionate about walking alongside others on their journey to healing and restoration?
• We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Case Manager  to develop and implement individualized, Christ-centered plans that support residents in building healthy, addiction-free lives.
• In this role, you will provide Biblically grounded counsel addressing not only spiritual growth and recovery from substance abuse, but also housing stability, employment readiness, mental and emotional wellness, and other critical areas of life transformation.
• If you feel called to use your gifts to help others experience freedom, hope, and purpose, we invite you to join our mission.
• DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ▪ Maintain a caseload of residents, providing case management and procuring services to facilitate growth and development. ➢ Identify and assess resident needs and goals, develop and implement individual care plan, linking with community resources through a referral process, to meet those needs and goals. ➢ Complete program reports and submit by deadline for compilation of monthly reports. ➢ Network with related service providers within community to access needed services for residents. ➢ Work with residents to schedule internal and external meetings and appointments. ▪ Meet with residents at least once per week and provide Biblically based counsel to stimulate growth, help guide in making decisions, teach problem solving skills, encourage the turning away from destructive behaviors, navigating change, and complete all facets of the program. ▪ Meet with Program team weekly to discuss residents in order to provide the most excellent and comprehensive service available.
• Attend and participate in case conferences as requested. ▪ Consult with outside agencies and individuals as needed; document and modify resident plan accordingly. ▪ Document and maintain current and complete case notes and records for each resident in compliance with MorningStar standards and program requirements. ▪ Complete monthly and year-end program statistical information and submit by deadline for compilation of reports. ▪ Teach classes as assigned aimed at providing information, support and equipping to encourage growth and development.

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SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS ▪ A personal relationship and commitment to Jesus Christ that is demonstrated by a lifestyle of obedience to God’s Word ▪ Must have a teachable spirit and work well in a team ▪ Excellent ability to set, hold, model, and honor healthy boundaries ▪ Strong interpersonal skills, able to listen and guide / counsel according to Biblical principles and individual resident needs ▪ Good analysis and discernment skills, able to facilitate the identification and resolution of resident issues ▪ Knowledge of recovery, addiction, trauma, and mental illness ▪ Good communication skills :

Two+ years prior related experience OR any equivalent combination of education and experience Faith-Alignment Requirement :

Generous benefits offered to full-time regular employees :

MorningStar Mission reimburses the difference of up to $6,400 per year!