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I need to leave my job

Posted by Taz <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Taz' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 12, 2026, 20:06:24

Let's crowd source what I can do

21 years in social services/case management

9 of those in case management supervision

Msw but not licensed

Not interested in clinical social work

Need to be within 30-45 minutes of south Chicago area

Sometimes you just need to yeet a bobcat *

Being an Illini fan is a goddamn curse.*

have you considered crock pot sales? Lots of people in the market for those, so I hear *

Posted by biclops <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=biclops' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 14, 2026, 8:21:13, in reply to "I need to leave my job"

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I won't let you down
So please don't give me up

haah*

Posted by Taz <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Taz' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 14, 2026, 22:36:47, in reply to "have you considered crock pot sales? Lots of people in the market for those, so I hear *"

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Sometimes you just need to yeet a bobcat *

Being an Illini fan is a goddamn curse.*

Professional stunt influencing nonprofit director*

Posted by Stu <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Stu' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 14, 2026, 8:05:39, in reply to "I need to leave my job"

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Influencer*

Posted by timmer <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=timmer' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 14, 2026, 6:57:56, in reply to "I need to leave my job"

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(for rent)

Professional stunt driver. *

Posted by doubledown <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=doubledown' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 13, 2026, 13:37:16, in reply to "I need to leave my job"

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free solo climber

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 13, 2026, 13:38:09, in reply to "Professional stunt driver. *"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

sidejack: States that don't mandate posted salaries in job descriptions are bullshit

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 13, 2026, 13:35:43, in reply to "I need to leave my job"

get with the program Illinois

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

They've finally started posting salaries for most social service jobs

Posted by Taz <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Taz' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 14, 2026, 21:42:09, in reply to "sidejack: States that don't mandate posted salaries in job descriptions are bullshit"

It's not ever enough

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get with the program Illinois

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Sometimes you just need to yeet a bobcat *

Being an Illini fan is a goddamn curse.*

“The expected starting salary for this position is between $110,000 and $250,000.”*

Posted by DT <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DT' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 14, 2026, 8:01:54, in reply to "sidejack: States that don't mandate posted salaries in job descriptions are bullshit"

The currrnt job market is abominable.

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get with the program Illinois

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Posted by lcubed <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=lcubed' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 13, 2026, 16:05:57, in reply to "sidejack: States that don't mandate posted salaries in job descriptions are bullshit"

unless i'm missing something

http://labor.illinois.gov/laws-rules/conmed/equal-pay-act-salary-transparency.html

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get with the program Illinois

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maybe i should be reporting more i come across. *

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 13, 2026, 17:55:44, in reply to "um"

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unless i'm missing something

http://labor.illinois.gov/laws-rules/conmed/equal-pay-act-salary-transparency.html

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get with the program Illinois

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

ooo

Posted by Dilbert <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Dilbert' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 12, 2026, 20:27:08, in reply to "I need to leave my job"

With 21 years of experience—including nearly a decade in supervision—and an MSW, you are highly qualified for senior leadership and administrative roles that focus on systems, compliance, and staff development, rather than direct clinical therapy.

Here are brainstormed ideas for roles tailored to your background, requirements, and location, along with example job postings.

Potential Roles

1. Program Director / Program Manager
* Why: These roles require exactly what you have: experience running a team, understanding funding compliance, and managing workflow. They are administrative, not clinical.
* Focus: Managing housing programs, foster care, senior services, or community resource centers.

2. Director of Social Services (Skilled Nursing/Rehabilitation)
* Why: While clinical in nature, this role is often administrative in SNFs, focusing on discharge planning, patient rights, and regulatory compliance (CMS guidelines). Your supervision experience is perfect for managing a department of social service designees.

3. Compliance and Quality Assurance (QA) Manager
* Why: With 21 years in the field, you know what compliant documentation looks like. QA roles involve auditing client files for government compliance, ensuring accreditation standards are met, and training staff on documentation protocols.

4. Case Management Supervisor (Non-Clinical)
* Why: You have 9 years of experience doing this. You can move into a supervisory role within state agencies (e.g., DCFS, DHS) or large non-profits where the focus is on caseload management, policy adherence, and staff support rather than therapy.

5. Housing Coordinator / Director of Housing Stability
* Why: A massive need in Chicago. This role involves partnering with landlords, managing housing vouchers, and supervising staff who help clients find stable housing.

* Search Keywords: When searching on LinkedIn or Indeed, use these search strings:
* "Program Director" AND "Social Work" AND "No License"
* "Social Service Director" AND "Nursing Home" AND "Chicago"
* "Quality Assurance" AND "Social Services" AND "Chicago"
* Filter by Salary: Given your experience, you should be targeting roles in the $75,000 - $110,000+ range depending on the specific sector.

like beer, ai is the cause of and solution to all of life's problems

Posted by Nobster <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Nobster' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 12, 2026, 20:23:37, in reply to "I need to leave my job"

rogram Director / Executive Leadership: In the non-profit world, MSWs with decades of experience are often preferred for Executive Director or Director of Operations roles.

These focus on budgets, community partnerships, and staff management rather than therapy.

Government Administration: Agencies like the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) or Cook County government often have "Area Administrator" or "Human Service Manager" roles that require an MSW and experience, but not a license.

Hospital Case Management Leadership: While many floor-level hospital social workers need a license, the Managers of Case Management or Patient Flow Coordinators often focus on the administrative side of discharge planning and insurance.

Higher Education: "Student Support Specialists" or "Director of Student Services" at South Side institutions (like Chicago State University or City Colleges) value the MSW for handling student crises and basic needs.

Job Possibilities & Action

"Program Director"Focus on non-profits in South Chicago/South Suburbs (e.g., Harvey, Oak Lawn, Blue Island).UserFeb 13Feb 20Check State/County BoardsLook for "Human Services Manager" or "Area Administrator" on the Illinois/Cook County career portals.UserFeb 13Feb 27

Update Resume for "Macro"Shift focus from client counts to "Staff Supervised," "Budgets Managed," and "Programs Developed."

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Non-profit operations/program director seems like the one*

Posted by snipes824 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=snipes824' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 12, 2026, 20:29:07, in reply to "like beer, ai is the cause of and solution to all of life's problems"

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The following is a slightly edited result of putting your post in an AI (gemini). Human suggestion - look into higher ed.

Since you are not interested in clinical work and need to stay within 30-45 minutes of South Chicago, we targeted "Macro" social work and high-level administration.

Key Opportunities Identified rogram Director / Executive Leadership: In the non-profit world, MSWs with decades of experience are often preferred for Executive Director or Director of Operations roles.

These focus on budgets, community partnerships, and staff management rather than therapy.

Government Administration: Agencies like the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) or Cook County government often have "Area Administrator" or "Human Service Manager" roles that require an MSW and experience, but not a license.

Hospital Case Management Leadership: While many floor-level hospital social workers need a license, the Managers of Case Management or Patient Flow Coordinators often focus on the administrative side of discharge planning and insurance.

Higher Education: "Student Support Specialists" or "Director of Student Services" at South Side institutions (like Chicago State University or City Colleges) value the MSW for handling student crises and basic needs.

Job Possibilities & Action

"Program Director"Focus on non-profits in South Chicago/South Suburbs (e.g., Harvey, Oak Lawn, Blue Island).UserFeb 13Feb 20Check State/County BoardsLook for "Human Services Manager" or "Area Administrator" on the Illinois/Cook County career portals.UserFeb 13Feb 27

Update Resume for "Macro"Shift focus from client counts to "Staff Supervised," "Budgets Managed," and "Programs Developed."

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OK snipes... OK I GET it! My human take is biased

but i think you are right. or not.

TAZ look into both.

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*eye pointy dealie*

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i just realized that i could've homer simpsoned my way to thousands of x followers*

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ooo

Posted by complainant <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=complainant' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 12, 2026, 20:16:31, in reply to "I need to leave my job"

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Ok now we're talking*

Posted by Taz <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Taz' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 12, 2026, 20:19:15, in reply to "ooo"

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Sometimes you just need to yeet a bobcat *

Being an Illini fan is a goddamn curse.*

obvously, you could make bank on the feej circuit. who amongst haven't

considered it...especially those of us blessed with flat feet.

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