20 Best behavioral specialist jobs in Chicago, IL (Hiring Now!)

Program Coordinator
NEW LIFE CENTERS OF CHICAGOLAND NFP —Chicago, IL
Valid Illinois driver’s license, insurance, good driving record, access to a vehicle. One year's experience working in the human services field in a capacity…
$60,000 a year
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Employment Specialist
Impact Behavioral Health Partners —Evanston, IL
Must have a valid Illinois driver’s license and have access to reliable car. Bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field is required.
$45,000 a year
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Program Director
IBUKUN COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY SERV —Chicago, IL
Have at least an MSW, LSW Social Worker, or advanced degree in a related field. Additional graduate degrees such as a DSW or Ph.D. in a related field will be…
Estimated: $87.2K - $110K a year
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Recovery Support Specialist- Madden/Reed Hospital
Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc (H.A.S) —Chicago, IL
Provides brief resource and service navigation for participants who may be experiencing homelessness, income insecurity, domestic violence, or other social…
Estimated: $36.3K - $46K a year
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HRDI-Psychiatric Assessment Specialist (PAS)
Friend Health —Chicago, IL
Ensures that 100% of the calls for the evaluation of an individual are responded to onsite within 90 minutes. Must be able to ascertain client's presentation of…
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Behavior Intervention Specialist (Academy South)
UCAN —Chicago, IL
Maintain current TCI trainer training and provide TCI training to the Academy as scheduled in accordance with TCI certification standards.
Estimated: $45.4K - $57.4K a year
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Quality Specialist - Bilingual Spanish
Illinois Action for Children —Chicago, IL
Accessibility to reliable personal transportation with insurance, valid driver’s license, and ability to travel locally with occasional statewide travel…
$48,200 a year
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Child Life Specialist PRN-2
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago —Chicago, IL
Requires knowledge of child and adolescent development normally acquired through the completion of a baccalaureate degree in child development, child and family…
Estimated: $49K - $62K a year
Intensive Housing and Health Case Manager
AIDS Foundation Chicago —Chicago, IL
Bachelor's degree in social services or related field. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and on the telephone.
$50,000 a year
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Sleep Psychologist
Duly Health and Care —Chicago, IL
Doctoral degree from an APA-accredited program in clinical psychology. Candidate will provide direct clinical services including health psychology-related…
Estimated: $83.4K - $106K a year
Prevention Specialist
TPA Network, Inc —Chicago, IL
Must have a valid driver's license. Conduct confidential and anonymous HIV, HCV and syphilis testing counseling, testing and referral (CTR), in accordance with…
From $21 an hour
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Foster Care and Adoption Supervisor
Little City Foundation —Chicago, IL
Promote program satisfaction through engagement in foster parent satisfaction surveys on an annual basis; a minimum of quarterly check-ins and communication…
Estimated: $64.9K - $82.1K a year
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MPI Community Behavorial Health Specialist
Metropolitan Family Services —Chicago, IL
Must be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or related license, required. This framework will bring together community-driven strategies that will empower…
Estimated: $53.5K - $67.8K a year
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Community Engagement Specialist
Pillars Community Health —Berwyn, IL
During each shift, the CES will be scheduled to either be the primary for answering the 24/7 hotline or be the primary for responding in the field to crisis…
Estimated: $47.2K - $59.8K a year
CFC Behavior Specialist
UCP Seguin of Greater Chicago —Cicero, IL
EDUCATION*:Bachelors of Psychology or Applied Behavior Analysis degree from an accredited school or an equivalent Bachelor’s degree in a human services field…
$41,000 - $45,000 a year
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Case Aide
Little City Foundation —Chicago, IL
Transporting children and possess a current IL valid drivers license and auto insurance. Must be capable of transporting children and possess a current IL valid…
$18.75 an hour
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Population Health Nurse
TCA Health Inc. —Chicago, IL
With newly diagnosed HIV patients, the RN must assess the patient for risk factors related to lifestyle, educate on the disease process, discuss treatment…
$65,000 - $70,000 a year
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Program Supervisor I (Crisis Care)
I AM ABLE CENTER FOR FAMILY DEVELOP —Chicago, IL
A valid driver’s license, current car insurance, and access to a motor vehicle is required. Education: Master’s degree REQUIRED in social work, counseling,…
$60,570 a year
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Housing Case Manager, Youth Flexible Housing Pool
The Night Ministry —Chicago, IL
Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record, and regular access to a reliable vehicle. Bachelor's degree in social work, Counseling, or related…
$26 - $27 an hour
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Bilingual Case Manager - JOR
National Youth Advocate Program —Chicago, IL
Must possess a valid state drivers license and be eligible to drive to facilitate program services as required by contractual agreement.
Estimated: $40.9K - $51.8K a year
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Program Coordinator

NEW LIFE CENTERS OF CHICAGOLAND NFP Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time $60,000 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance

Qualifications

Crisis intervention
Bilingual
Microsoft Word
Spanish
Microsoft Excel
English
Mid-level
Driver's License
Case management
Driving
1 year
Compact State Nurse License

Full Job Description

Scaling Community Violence Intervention (CVI) for a Safer Chicago (SC2) is an expanding network of donors, anti-violence practitioners, and community stakeholders dedicated to enhancing CVI in the neighborhoods of Chicago most affected by violence. New Life Centers is partnering with six local community-based organizations; Central States SER, Enlace, Hope Culture, Erie House, Universidad Popular, and Beyond the Ball as The Pathways to Peace. The Pathways to Peace Program aims to serve 75% of the highest-risk individuals in the area over five years through comprehensive street outreach, case management, education, employment, and behavioral health services.

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator position is full-time, 40 hours per week (exempt, benefits available). The Program Coordinator will assist the Director with daily administrative tasks, risk and issue logging, budget tracking, and logistical tasks. Flexible schedule required. Focus neighborhoods may include Little Village, Pilsen, and Brighton Park. May require some local travel (reimbursable). Pay commensurate with experience. This position is in-person.

Job Responsibilities

Assist Director with daily administrative tasks.
Assures communications such as attendance, reports, intakes, etc. are accurate and submitted on time.
Maintains communication with NLC leadership to assure a cohesive working environment.
Coordinates meetings as necessary for team and partners.
Assists with monitoring team to ensure timely and accurate submission of all daily paperwork/tasks including case-notes, daily logs, receipts, attendance, etc.
Submits all required finance information by deadlines as required.
Works closely with Director to coordinate meetings for strategic planning.
Follows all program stipend guidelines and tracking requirements and submits required paperwork by deadlines.
Will collaborate with Program Supervisors and Partners by sharing best practices, resources, ideas, planning process.
Effectively engages with project partners and demonstrates willingness to address challenges as a collaborative.
Attends all trainings and orientations with partners and funders
Develops and maintains supportive and effective relationships with partners.
Works as a member of a team, communicating all relevant information to team members and supervisors instantly.
Is timely and responsive to Program Director, Data and IT Specialist, and Finance Manager when requests and communications are made.
Works closely with referring partners and any other stakeholders to ensure that goals are met.
Maintains positive relationships with stakeholders.
Develops relationships with partner organizations and builds “warm referral” network for linkages.
Maintains accuracy of budget and assures spending within budget.
Participates in required evaluations.
Demonstrates New Life Centers’ values.
Attends required meetings and training.
Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Skills & Qualifications

Must become a Certified Mandated Reporter. Training provided.
Must pass a background check, must not have any pending cases.
Must pass a Child Abuse and Neglect Tracking System background check.
Must pass a National Sex Offender Registry background check.
Must have a working phone and phone number.
One year's experience working in the human services field in a capacity that involves direct services to at-risk youth.
Cross-cultural competency.
Firsthand knowledge of the specific Little Village, Pilsen, and/or the Brighton Park community area and knowledge of current street conflicts.
Emotional maturity; good judgment; integrity; tolerance of differing points of view and beliefs.
Experience or training in crisis intervention preferred.
Willingness to learn and commit to the principles of nonviolence, restorative justice and trauma-informed practices.
Ability to work one-on-one and in groups with high-risk individuals to resolve conflicts and promote prosocial behaviors
Willingness to work on the street and in other unstructured situations
Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Must be willing to be trained, and proficiently utilize database(s) and information tracking systems relevant to duties.
Must keep confidentiality of participant information.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Valid Illinois driver’s license, insurance, good driving record, access to a vehicle. Subject to driving background check.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.

How to Apply

Please submit the following materials

Cover letter indicating your experience and interest in the position
Resume
List of three references with contact information (minimum 2 professional references, email and phone number included)
Please mention the name of any New Life Centers staff who referred the position to you if applicable.

New Life Centers provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. New Life Centers complies with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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behavioral specialist jobs in Chicago, IL

Program Coordinator

Employment Specialist

Program Director

Recovery Support Specialist- Madden/Reed Hospital

HRDI-Psychiatric Assessment Specialist (PAS)

Behavior Intervention Specialist (Academy South)

Quality Specialist - Bilingual Spanish

Child Life Specialist PRN-2

Intensive Housing and Health Case Manager

Sleep Psychologist

Prevention Specialist

Foster Care and Adoption Supervisor

MPI Community Behavorial Health Specialist

Community Engagement Specialist

CFC Behavior Specialist

Case Aide

Population Health Nurse

Program Supervisor I (Crisis Care)

Housing Case Manager, Youth Flexible Housing Pool

Bilingual Case Manager - JOR

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