Chicago - Staff Information

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Mary Dungy-Akenji, MSW, LCSW, PhD

Chicago Coordinator

 

Mary Dungy holds a Masters degree in Social Work from the University of Chicago's school of Social Service Administration. Mary's professional social work experience has been a diverse mix of community organizing, policy, advocacy, case management and guardianship work. Mary is also a current doctoral student at Loyola University of Chicago's School of Social Work and holds a Master's degree in theology.


Mary can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 
     

 

Of Interest

Social Worker Licensure Compact

As of July 14, 2022 draft legislation for the Social Worker Licensure Compact has become available. To view, please click here. 

The Lifeline and 988 - National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. While some areas may be currently able to connect to the Lifeline by dialing 988, this dialing code will be available to everyone across the United States starting on July 16, 2022. 

Learn more about this resource here. 

 
Social Work p.r.n. Announces Partnership with CEU Creations
 
We are so glad to be a featured sponsor with CEU Creations which will allow us to offer discounted CEUs to our staff. CEU Creations offers a wide-range of CEs that are informative, engaging and affordable. Click here to view the latest offerings and be sure to check back frequently as events are always being added. 
 
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Is Social Media Affecting Our Mental Health?
 
This article discusses the possible link between social media and poor mental health, along with a fear of being without our cell phones. In many cases, social media is leading to negative comparisons and slowly replacing the need for social interactions. 
 

Searching For Jobs Outside the Traditional Social Work Setting

Our founder, Joan Upshaw, was a strong believer that social workers could bring value to any position or organization. All of us at Social Work p.r.n. support that belief. This insightful article from USC's online Doctor of Social Work program details the challenges and benefits of moving from the nonprofit world into a corporate setting.

Social Work p.r.n. Offers Group Supervision

Do you want to become licensed as an LCSW (or LSW if you hold your BSW) and don’t know where to get the necessary supervision?

Do you currently receive supervision at your place of employment and this supervision does not fulfill the licensing requirements?

Do you want to jump start your career by becoming licensed?

We can help.  Social Work p.r.n. offers group supervision on Wednesday evenings here in our office in Oak Park.  Our group clinical supervision meets the requirements of the Illinois Departments of Professional Regulation for persons seeking licensure as Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) and if you have a BSW, as Social Workers (LSW). The fee is $42 per session.  For additional information please call 708-383-2251.

Computerized practice test for the LSW or LCSW offered 

Social Work p.r.n. offers social workers the opportunity to prepare for the LSW or LCSW exam with a user-friendly, computer-based practice test. The program allows you to take practice exams and to review your missed/incorrect answers.  Practice tests are available by appointment only Monday through Friday at 4:00pm.  Please call us at 708-383-2251 to schedule a time to come in to take the exam. 

 

Chicago Location

SOCIAL WORK p.r.n. CHICAGO
1101 Lake Street, Suite 402
Oak Park, Illinois 60301

CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone: 708.383.2251
Fax: 708.383.2283
E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

AREAS SERVED
The entire eight county Chicago metropolitan area: Cook, Lake, DuPage, Will, Kane, McHenry, Grundy, and DeKalb.

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Chicago Job Openings

BSW- needed for full-time, temp to perm position at a long term care facility in Brookfield perfmorning assessments, assisting with care plans and coordinating services. 
 
Medical Social Worker, LCSW- needed for part-time (10-20 hours) position for a local hospital. Work can be done remotely. 
 
LCSW- needed in Geneva, Illinois to assist with psychosocial evaluation, counseling and resource referral. Will provide services to facility patients, work in collaboration with the multidisciplinary treatment team to incorporate psychosocial needs/concerns in planning care and assist in developing resources to meet patient needs. This role participates in patient/family and staff orientation, education and in-service activities to promote understanding of the psychosocial impact of ESRD; and documents services in keeping with facility policies to meet Medicare and CQI (Continuous Quality Improvement) requirements. 
 
Youth Development Specialist- needed for full or part-time positions in Skokie and Park Ridge. This position will provide supervision and support to youth residents at an emergency shelter or transitional living program. Evenings (3-11p) and weekends, as well as overnight shifts are available.
 
Social Service Coordinator- needed for temporary (3-6 month) assignment at an assisted living facility in Northbrook. This position will help with intake and discharge planning, interfacing with clients and families and identify and provide resident needs through the establishment of realistic goals and support. MSW required. 
 
Residential Therapist- needed for full-time, temporary or temp to perm position in the Homan Square neighborhood. The social worker will work under the supervision of the Residential Clinical Director and provide individual, group and family psychotherapy services to clients while utilizing UCAN's Clinical Philosophy. The Therapist will facilitate healing through Trauma Informed practice and Positive Youth Development. MSW required.
 
Residential Art Therapist- needed for full-time, temporary or temp to perm position in the Homan Square neighborhood. Under the supervision of the Residential Clinical Director, the Art Therapist will provide individual, group and family art therapy and psychotherapy services to clients while utilizing UCAN's Clinical Philosophy. The Art Therapist will facilitate healing through Trauma Informed practice and Positive Youth Development. MSW required.
 
LSW- needed for prn, temporary position in the south suburbs providing hospice and home health visits to clients in facilities or at home to provide initial assessment of needs. Hours will be as needed (approx. one visit per week).
 
MSW- needed for full-time, temporary or temp to perm position providing intensive clinical outreach supportive services to program participants with mental health and substance use diagnoses living in scattered site units across the city of Chicago. Services include attending to the psychosocial, health, financial, recreational, nutritional, and housing needs of the clients
 
MSW- needed for full-time, temporary position in the south suburbs working as a member of the hospice interdisciplinary team providing social service counseling and guidance to facilitate the maximum function and coping capacity of patients and family members. Will provide bereavement counseling as needed. 
 
Housing Case Manager- needed for temporary, full-time assignment. 
 
MSW, School Social Worker- needed for full-time, temp or perm position at a private school in the Lawndale area. Will work as part of a team of social workers to address the needs of young people in a high need school. MSW required, but PEL/Type 73 is not necessary. 
 
MSW, School Social Worker- needed for full-time, temp or perm position at a private school in the Beverly neighborhood of Chicago. Will work as part of a team of social workers to address the needs of young people in a high need school. MSW required, but PEL/Type 73 is not necessary. 
 
Housing Case Manager- needed for full-time, temp to perm position handling the coordination and delivery of quality direct case management and stablilization services for clients in the Supportive Housing Program. Will be responsible for providing housing advocacy and linkage services that help support retention. Located in Maywood. Vaccine required. 
 
Discharge Planner- needed for full-time, temporary (5 weeks) assignment at an assisted living facility in Arlington Heights. BSW required. 
 
BSW, Social Worker- needed to support families with loved ones in hospital while families reside in supportive residential setting to be near hospitalized loved one. Overnight shifts or evenings and weekends available. This is a p.r.n as-needed position, approximately one shift per week. 
 
MSW, Clinical Case Manager- needed for full-time, temporary position providing a broad range of specialized clinical case management services within guidelines established by the organization and specific programs. Populations served may include children, adults, families, immigrants, refugees and those with mental illness or substance abuse disorders. 
 
 

To apply for one of these positions, please send your resume to maryThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and place the job title in the subject of the email. 

 

Chicago Helpful Links

NASW, Illinois Chapter
www.naswil.org

Division of Professional Regulation, IDFPR
https://www.idfpr.com/

Society for Social Work Leadership in Healthcare, Illinois Chapter
www.sswlhc.org/html/chapter-illinois.php

American Case Management Association, Illinois Chapter
http://www.acmaweb.org/net/chapter_site.aspx?eID=1590&chid=8

Illinois Society for Clinical Social Work
www.ilclinicalsw.com/

Employee Assistance Professionals Association, Northern Illinois Chapter
www.nieapa.org

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