Job Description
Join our award-winning team at Community Health Alliance and become a catalyst for transformative change in Chicago's underserved communities. We're seeking a compassionate Senior Social Worker to lead our holistic support programs and empower vulnerable populations through evidence-based interventions. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts lives.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement individualized care plans for clients facing complex socioeconomic challenges
- Provide crisis intervention, trauma-informed counseling, and advocacy services
- Coordinate multi-agency partnerships to address housing instability and food insecurity
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and maintain detailed case documentation
- Lead community outreach initiatives to expand program accessibility
- Mentor junior staff through clinical supervision and training workshops
- Analyze program outcomes to optimize service delivery models
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from CSWE-accredited program
- Licensure (LCSW) in the State of Illinois with 3+ years post-MSW experience
- Proven expertise in crisis intervention and trauma-informed care methodologies
- Experience developing community partnerships with healthcare, education, and housing sectors
- Advanced proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish preferred
- Certification in Motivational Interviewing or CBT
- Valid Illinois driver's license and reliable transportation