What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager - Employment Specialist (Aurora/Elgin) position at ASSOCIATION FOR INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT?
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Case Manager - Employment Specialist
Since 1961, The Association for Individual Development (AID) has served individuals with developmental, intellectual, physical and/or mental health challenges, those who have suffered a trauma, and those at risk. As a non-profit organization, our mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, and mental health challenges to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose. We are looking for a Case Manager – Employment Specialist who exemplifies that mission, and who wants to work for an organization that makes a difference. Are you the right fit?
What will you be doing?
- Manage a caseload and developing a client-centered individual plan for each assigned client
- Be familiar with and maintain all applicable program and agency rules and regulations
- Work with a team of Employment Specialists, Case Managers, QIDP's, agency staff and local employers in developing community employment opportunities for individuals
- Assist and provide support for clients with disabilities in developing positive relationships with community employers
What will you bring to the table?
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- At least 1 year of experience working in behavioral health or experience working with individuals with disabilities required
- A Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services, special education or related field preferred
- Valid IL Driver's License and Auto Insurance required
What do we offer?
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance plan
- Employer-paid short-term & long-term disability plan
- Holiday pay
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Employer-paid critical illness plan
What are the other requirements?
- Navigation of stairs
- Ability to provide services in a client’s home
- The use of your personal vehicle
- Maintaining required certifications and other relevant trainings
- Must be able to pass DHS-DSP training or certification
If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud of.
Salary : $17 - $18
