Are you looking for a Job that feels rewarding and allows you to make a difference in someone's life? Do you aspire to lead a team? Do you want to be a part of a growing agency who is working hard to stop the stigma of mental illness? Then YOU! are the one WE! are looking for!

Stepping Stones of Rockford, Inc. is Northern Illinois’ leading provider of residential psychiatric rehabilitation programs designed to meet the recovery needs of adults with serious mental illnesses. Our mission is to help our clients face the challenges of day-to-day recovery, build competence in their skills, confidence in themselves and develop the social roles of their choice. Mental Health Social Workers completes a thorough assessment of clients, which includes sufficient documentation of symptomatology and functioning levels to support the diagnosis, the global level of functioning score indicated, and medical necessity.

Develops quality treatment plans as indicated by the inclusion of the assessment presenting problem as the primary focus of the treatment plan, with treatment designed to reduce, eliminate or maintain where appropriate the primary behaviors, emotions, and cognitions associated with the presenting problem.

Organizes time and caseload such that all required paperwork and treatment plan reviews are completed within the established time frames. These full time positions with benefits includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance, dental/ vision insurance, 15K life insurance, 125 Flex Spending, and a 401 K matching retirement savings plan.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions:

Core Clinical Competencies:

Under the supervision of the Director of Services and the Chief Executive Officer, the mental health Social Worker assesses, plans, and directs client treatment, as well as, supervises, educates, and directs support staff.

Completes a thorough assessment of clients, which includes sufficient documentation of symptomatology and functioning levels to support the diagnosis, the global level of functioning score indicated, and medical necessity.

Develops quality treatment plans as indicated by the inclusion of the assessment presenting problem as the primary focus of the treatment plan, with treatment designed to reduce, eliminate or maintain where appropriate the primary behaviors, emotions, and cognitions associated with the presenting problem.

Organizes time and caseload such that all required paperwork and treatment plan reviews are completed within the established time frames.

Assesses and includes accurate GAF scores within the assessment and discharge documentation.

Performs discharges of clients, which meet established regulatory standards and requirements.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions:

Completes quality, accurate and timely service notes based on medically necessary services that have been rendered to the clients and meet agency productivity standards.

Oversees the condition of assigned agency-client files to ensure that documentation required is completed and up to date.

Provides ongoing problem solving, remedial counseling, or individual therapeutic counseling to clients on an as-needed basis or as clients’ treatment plan dictates.

Completes quality checks on staff progress notes as outlined in agency policy and procedure.

Oversees the operation, staff, and client care of assigned residential sites.

Provides annual Performance Evaluations, monthly team meetings, and individual weekly supervision to Program Managers to provide guidance, support, and address problem behaviors.

Leads the clinical team in support of the client’s treatment plan.

Coordinates with staff on-site, psychiatrist, physician, family, and other providers to ensure continuity of care, and transitional planning during admissions, discharge, and transfers to other programs, hospitals, etc.

Provides for the clinical, crisis, and administrative on-call coverage for the agency as assigned. On-call coverage includes after business hours, weekends, and holidays.

Responsible for 24-hour scheduling coverage of assigned sites. Obtains coverage for vacation/call-offs.

Participates in staff orientation, training, and development. Attends all mandatory training, and seeks out additional training outside agency to enhance professional development, maintain current license and meet continuing education requirements.

Adheres to clients’ rights under the Mental Health Code, Confidentiality Act, HIPAA, and Rule 50 of the Office of Inspector General, and abides by Stepping Stones Code of Ethics and Professional Practice.

Adheres to Stepping Stones’ policies and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned by CEO and DS.

Contacts:

CEO, DS, BGD, other Mental Health Rehabilitation Social Workers, Program Managers, Mental Health Professionals, Rehabilitation Aides, Agency Psychiatric Medical Director, physicians, administration and support staff, quality assurance and computer staff, maintenance staff, clients, families, guardians, numerous outside agencies and service providers.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully a person must be people-oriented, motivated, flexible, able to handle multiple responsibilities, and organized. Requires skill in conflict resolution, problem-solving, and prioritization. The ability to lead individuals, separately, and collectively and exercise good judgment and problem-solving skills is also required. Must have a valid driver’s license, liability insurance, and own and operate a passenger vehicle for work.

Illinois

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The Mental Health Social Worker is responsible for the overall operations of the sites and the general well-being of all clients assigned to them. The Mental Health Social Worker supervises Program Managers, Mental Health professionals, Rehabilitation Services Aides, and other staff as assigned.

Education:

Minimum formal requirement: Either a Master's degree in human services or an RN license. Individuals should have 5 years minimum experience in human services and one year of administrative or supervisory experience is preferred. This position meets the qualifications of Medicaid Rule 132, Qualified Mental Health Professional.

Physical Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently be required to sit and use a keyboard (approx. 4 hrs.), walk, reach and bend (approx. 4 hrs.), lift (30 lbs.), and drive an agency van or passenger car. The employee must be able to communicate well in both oral and written formats.

Work Conditions:

The environment is moderately noisy with most activities taking place indoors. The Mental Health Social Worker works an 8 am to 5 pm day and a 40-hour workweek, with some on-call responsibilities. There is a risk involved with client contact. While working direct support persons must not be concurrently engaged in child or family care, personal business or errands, personal hobbies, or any other pursuit which would diminish their effectiveness in the provision of necessary and appropriate programming, including ensuring the safety and well-being of those in their care.