Part-time Social Worker|Counselor Apply
Part-time Social Worker/Counselor
(16 Hours/Week)
Who We Are
Caris is an apolitical faith based nonprofit pregnancy counseling organization, and a beacon of light in the Chicagoland region. Our mission is to see women and children thrive during and after unplanned pregnancy.
Our approach is unique: we serve by grace with love no matter what decision is made. We trust God to do the work that we are incapable of doing in our own strength.
We provide professional counseling to address any number of pregnancy-related issues, and we also connect women to valuable resources and to various communities of support. All services are donor supported and as a result, are FREE to the women and families that we serve.
Services include professional counseling, case management, pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and support groups.
Job Summary
Caris is looking for a compassionate Counselor to join Client Services part-time!
The position for part-time Counselor comes with PAID TIME OFF.
Hours and Pay
- Part-Time (16 Hours/week)
- $30.00/hour
- 9AM-4PM in-office on Tuesdays
- 9AM-5PM in-office on Thursdays
- 4 hours/month VIRTUAL for Clinical supervision
- Holidays & Weekends off
Responsibilities
Direct Service
- Reports to the Client Service Manager
- Provide initial intake and assessment
- Utilize a strengths-based approach
- Implement Caris policies and procedures
- Identify client needs and respond with counseling, resources, and follow-up
- Facilitate peer support group as needed
Outreach
- Build relationships with potential clients, new community partners, church partners, and volunteers
- Maintain positive working relationships with community agencies, churches, businesses, etc. for the purpose of securing client resources
- Actively engage potential clients by being present and knowledgeable of the Caris Approach
- Represent the organization at events and meetings as needed
Administrative
- Maintain up-to-date and accurate client documentation for records
- Coordinate effective and timely follow-up of all clients served
- Troubleshoot and mediate jobsite issues
- Attend site-specific staff meetings
- Participate in special projects
- Train volunteers on policies and procedures
- Assist in managing peer support group details
Qualifications & Experience
Masters degree in social work or counseling required. LICENSURE IS NOT REQUIRED. Candidates must be proactive, skilled, attentive, and engaging with clients. The best fit Counselor will have solid clinical judgment and decision-making ability. Candidate must exhibit leadership ability, organizational skills, and flexibility. Experience in working with women and/or crisis counseling preferred. A successful candidate must be passionate about the Caris mission and the possibilities of what can be accomplished through our model and will promote a positive work culture.
Caris is a Christian non-profit organization. Candidate must be in alignment with the Caris mission, vision, statement of faith, and statement of principle. Caris team members must exemplify a committed and consistent walk of faith and dependence on Jesus and have a personal calling to ministry and to the specific mission and vision of Caris.
No phone calls.
Who We Are
- We are Christ Followers living on a mission.
- We are a source of support and serenity for hundreds of women each year.
- We provide support to women regardless of their pregnancy decision.
- We are a safe space.
- We are nimble and adaptable in our approach to serviceone size doesnt always fit all.
- We are innovative, contemplative, and Christ-honoring in all that we do.
Who We Are NOT
- We are not political; we do not engage in political arguments or debates.
- We are not judgmental; women are not shamed or judged when they come through our
doors.
- We are not the end of the road; we aim to walk with and support women and children on
their journey until the child turns age 5.
Who We Are Looking For
- A Christ Follower
- Someone committed to seeing women and children thrive
- Someone who understands how issues of race, class, and societal injustices can play a role
in a womans pregnancy decision
- Someone who is committed to pursuing justice and truth on behalf of the women,
children, and families that we serve
- Someone who is flexible, teachable, and willing to serve
- Someone who is willing to take initiative and decisive action
To be considered, applicant must include a resume, (tailored) cover letter and complete assessments.
111 N. Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60602 | (312) 229-5700 | caris.org | admin@caris.org
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 per week
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Healthcare setting:
- Clinic
Patient demographics:
- Adults
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Choose your own hours
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60602 (Required)
Work Location: In person
