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

MSW- needed for part-time, p.r.n. (as needed) position supporting families who have a loved one in the hospital and are staying on-site near the hospital in the northwest and south suburbs of Chicago. Evening (5-10p) and overnight (11p-7a) are available. Shifts will be sent out 10-14 days ahead.

School Social Worker, LSW- needed for full-time, temporary or permanent position working at a private school with locations in Humboldt Park and the south side of Chicago. The social worker will be part of a team consisting of other social workers that will address the needs of young people at a therapeutic school. PEL/Type 73 not required. 

Clinical Social Worker, LCSW- needed for full-time, permanent position in Overland Park, IL using social work methods and theories to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of psychological dysfunction, impairment or disability, including mental, emotional and behavioral disorders for individuals and groups. The main responsibility will be to screen medical records, conduct interviews and complete a variety of assessments and treatment plans, set treatment goals and conduct group therapy sessions.

MSW- needed for full-time (3p-1130p, M-F), temporary or temp to perm position as a crisis worker for the Pediatric ER at a hospital in Park Ridge, IL. 
 
Child Therapist- needed for full-time (830a-5p, M-F), temp to perm position providing support in the Child and Adolescent Inpatient Psych Unit at a hospital in Park Ridge, IL. This position will provide therapeutic support to patients and families, while administering risk assessment and making recommendations for patients as needed. 
 
Residential Therapist- needed for full-time, temp to perm position conducting individual, family and group psychotherapy. This role will engage and develop rapport with a wide range of clients, utilize clinical knowledge to provide therapy, structure therapy in accordance with ITP goals and create a therapeutic environment while maintaining consistency and boundaries throughout sessions. Requires MSW. 
 
MSW- needed for full-time, temporary (Jan to April 2023) position at a children's clinic. This role will provide social work encounters, case management, short term interventions and referrals. Will support the Medical Home model of social services embedded in a dental setting. Assessment and referral experience is preferred as well as fluency in Spanish. 
 
LSW, Assessment and Referral Clinician- (this one is a repeat) needed for overnight shift (11p-730a) in Harvey, IL. The social worker is responsible for intake calls, consumer assessments and consumer triage to the most appropriate, least restrictive level of care through collaborative efforts with attending and consulting physicians, case management, nursing teams and clinical treatment team members, assumes responsibility for the admission process including third party pre-certification and coordination with referral sources.
 
Social Worker, BSW or MSW- If you have a BSW or a MSW, we want YOU to join our team of dedicated social workers. Our primary requirement to affiliate with Social Work p.r.n. is holding a Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree from a Council of Social Work Education accredited social work program. 

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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