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Residential Case Manager at LYDIA HOME ASSOCIATION
Evanston, Illinois, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Case Management, Discharge Planning, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Informed Care, Family Engagement, Clinical Documentation, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Problem Solving, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Organization, Culturally Responsive Care

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description
Description Position Summary: Provides therapeutically driven, family-centered case management and discharge planning services in a residential treatment setting. Supports Lydia Home’s mission and child welfare goals of safety, permanency, and well-being. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required (must meet Mental Health Professional qualifications) Per DCFS Rule 132: Bachelor’s in human services field OR non-human services degree with 2 years supervised clinical experience in a mental health setting Strong written and verbal communication skills Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Sound judgment and problem-solving skills Proficient with technology and documentation systems Valid driver’s license and auto insurance (if driving is required) Commitment to culturally responsive, family-centered care Key Responsibilities: Coordinate intake, preplacement, and discharge planning Engage families and support systems in treatment and permanency planning Facilitate visitation and maintain consistent family contact Collaborate with DCFS, courts, schools, and community providers Develop and implement transition and aftercare plans Participate in case staffings, court hearings, and Child & Family Team meetings Complete Medicaid-compliant documentation and required reports in a timely manner Serve as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team (Case Manager, Therapist, Unit Supervisor) Support youth through trauma-informed, strengths-based interventions Coordinate hospitalizations and discharge transitions as needed Ensure compliance with DCFS, COA, Family First, Medicaid, and agency standards Lydia Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities
Provides family-centered case management and discharge planning within a residential treatment setting to ensure youth safety and permanency. Collaborates with DCFS, courts, and schools while implementing trauma-informed interventions and maintaining Medicaid-compliant documentation.