Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.
LSSI is hiring a full-time Program Directo r for the Next Steps Day Treatment program in Elgin, Monday through Friday from 9 : 00am to 5 : 00pm. Responsible for supervising the daily operations and delivery of substance use services as well as providing support oversight to the program. Also responsible for ensuring compliance with grant, regulatory, and funding entities.
Benefits and Perks :
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you're helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages :
- On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
- Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
- Salary $70,000-$75,000 / Annually.
- Opportunity for advancement.
- Comprehensive benefits package for Full-time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
- The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!
Essential Functions :
Ensure a workplace where employees are engaged, their dignity is valued, and they have a sense of belonging both within their specific role and within the organization overall.Demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences of clients, coworkers, and community.Collaborate with other LSSI programs and / or departments, including Central Intake and Development, as needed.Ensure job duties of the team and direct reports are completed accurately and in a timely manner.May provide direct services or perform some of the same duties as assigned staff.Respond to all incoming correspondence and questions in a timely manner; including but not limited to inquires received via email, telephone, text message, and fax.Ensure reasonable measures are taken to protect confidential and / or sensitive information as well as ensuring the security of all LSSI systems is maintained.Responsible for completing all required training assignments as well as complying with the related organizational, administrative, and programmatic policies.Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned.Position Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in a social service field required.Master's degree in a social service field preferred.Background check clearance required.CADC or ability to obtain a CADC within 18 months of date of hire required.LPC / LCPC or LSW / LCSW preferred.Three (3) to five (5) years experience in substance use filed with increasing levels of responsibility preferred.Demonstrated proficiency in EHR documentation and review preferred.Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards preferred.Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.Excellent organization, presentation and pc / computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software.Valid driver's license, in good standing for the state of residency required.Access to reliable transportation required.Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage required.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.