Job description
BrightPath Community Services is actively seeking a compassionate and skilled Social Worker to join our Chicago team. This role focuses on case management, client advocacy, and connecting families to essential services.
As a Social Worker, you will conduct intake assessments, develop individualized service plans, and collaborate with community partners to support clients in overcoming barriers to housing, healthcare, education, and financial stability.
Why BrightPath? We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, flexible scheduling, and a culture that values empathy, integrity, and professional growth.
Responsibility
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized service plans.
- Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and safety planning as needed.
- Coordinate access to housing, financial assistance, healthcare, and education resources.
- Collaborate with schools, medical providers, and community agencies to ensure seamless care.
- Advocate for client rights and navigate social service systems to maximize outcomes.
- Monitor progress, document case notes, and update service plans regularly.
- Participate in multidisciplinary teams and contribute to program development.
Qualification
- Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field; LCSW/LICSW preferred.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in Illinois.
- 2+ years of direct client service in social services or case management.
- Strong knowledge of community resources and eligibility for public assistance.
- Excellent communication, assessment, and advocacy skills.
- Crisis intervention experience and culturally competent practice.
- Proficiency with case management software and documentation standards.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and client-centered practice.