Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago Essential Functions of the position are detailed below and include any physical requirements checked below: 1. Provides case management and supportive services to clients and/or their families in order to promote self-sufficiency; 2. Responsible for developing, monitoring, and evaluating client progress; 3. Advocates for clients with regard to financial, state/federal benefits, housing, education, child care, skill testing and development programs, job training, job referral and/or treatment programs; 4. Completes psycho-social and other assessments in client homes, Agency properties, or other locations accessible to the client, including but not limited to: individual interviews, collateral conferences, evaluation of client needs and abilities and following-up, when necessary; 5. Maintains up-to-date and accurate client files and databases, as required by agency/programmatic policies and procedures, professional standards, and external requirements of all relevant regulatory, licensing or accrediting bodies in the course of performing job expectations; 6. Develops and facilitates scheduled monthly support group meetings, establishes services plans and intervenes, when necessary, using a variety of professional approaches; 7. Responsible for maintaining routine and ad-hoc reports; 8. Knows and complies with the laws and regulations relevant to the position and services; 9. Participates in community outreach efforts; 10. Meets with each client as required by the program or based on client needs. PLEASE NOTE: Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned . Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling or standing multiple times a day. Push and pull objects up to 25 pounds. Climb up and down up to 6 flights of stairs at a time. Lift up to 25 pounds. Other Requirements: Comply with program and/or Agency requirements related to: Background check, including any program specific requirements Driver’s License and reliable transportation Additional Requirements: May be required to occasionally work evenings, weekends, or special events, as needed. Immediate Supervisor: Program Director Directly Supervises : N/A Indirectly Supervises: N/A Education and Experience Requirements: Relevant Education: Preferred: MSW Minimum: Master’s Degree in social services Relevant Experience: Preferred: 3 years of related experience Minimum: 1-2 years of related experience J-18808-Ljbffr