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

Manager - Milieu /BCBA Behavioral Specialist
Montrose —Chicago, IL
Master's degree in human service field related to working with intellectual and developmental disabilities from an accredited college or university required.
From $29.84 an hour
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Mobile Crisis Worker (24 hour coverage)
Turning Point Behavioral Health Care Center —Skokie, IL
The MCR Engagement Specialist provides crisis intervention by sharing supportive steps towards assisted de-escalation, and guided steps to de-stressing for…
$22.12 - $26.83 an hour
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Behavioral Intake Specialist Fulltime Nights 7p-7a
Humboldt Park Health —Chicago, IL
Coordinates all activities for patients accepted for admission, including completion of admission entry paperwork with the patient.
Estimated: $54.6K - $69.1K a year
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Behavioral Health Specialist - Full time, Days 7am-3:30pm
Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital —Chicago, IL
Experience: One-year experience working within the mental health field, or an equivalent amount of college accredited school work or internship experience.
Estimated: $42.1K - $53.2K a year
Outreach Homeless Prevention Specialist
Christian Community Health Center —Chicago, IL
Assess families and individuals for strengths and barriers by completing a psychosocial assessment, including employment, behavioral health, criminal history,…
$40 - $45 an hour
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Youth Development Family Support Specialist
Carole Robertson Center for Learning —Chicago, IL
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social work, recreation therapy, art therapy, horticulture therapy, music therapy, or a related field or a related discipline.
$55 - $65 an hour
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Behavioral Health Specialist
Cook County Sheriff’s Office —Chicago, IL
Possession of a bachelor’s or higher degree, from an accredited college or university, in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Social Sciences or a closely…
$29.34 an hour
Behavioral Health Specialist - Flex/PRN
Hartgrove Behavioral Health System —Chicago, IL
Experience: One-year experience working within the mental health field, or an equivalent amount of college accredited school work or internship experience.
Estimated: $41.9K - $53K a year
Residential Treatment Specialist (Full-time, Backend)
UCAN —Chicago, IL
Valid driver’s license with approval/authorization by DCFS to transport children. The position requires general supervision of residents, teaching appropriate…
Estimated: $37.5K - $47.5K a year
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Coordinator Behavioral Health
Advocate Aurora Health —Chicago, IL
Ability to handle difficult calls and maintain professional conduct. Case reviews may be conducted by telephone, video, or in person.
Estimated: $52K - $65.8K a year
Behavioral Health Intervention Specialist
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
OSEL supports training, coaching, and implementation of research-based strategies to foster positive school and classroom climate development, trauma-informed…
$76,000 - $100,500 a year
Behavioral Health Specialist - Full time, PMs 3-11:30pm
Hartgrove Behavioral Health System —Chicago, IL
Experience: One-year experience working within the mental health field, or an equivalent amount of college accredited school work or internship experience.
Estimated: $41.1K - $52K a year
Mobile Crisis Response Intake Specialist
Ada S McKinley Community Services Inc —Chicago, IL
Six months of experience in working with children; or be a licensed practical nurse license pursuant to the Illinois Nursing Act of 1987.
$47,840 a year
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PROGRAM SPECIALIST (DEGREED) - Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Full time
Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital —Chicago, IL
Education: Bachelors or Masters Degree in Psychology or related field strongly preferred. Experience: 1-2 years experience working within the mental health…
Estimated: $41.6K - $52.6K a year
Outreach Specialist
Nest Health —Chicago, IL
You will outreach to eligible families via telephone, email, text and in-person modalities, describing the benefits of choosing Nest Health as their PCP,…
Estimated: $53.3K - $67.5K a year
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6d
Peer Support Specialist -ACT
Envision Unlimited —Chicago, IL
Share stories of own success in accordance with comfort level. Must be willing and able to secure certification within one year of employment if not already a…
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FAMILY CASE MANAGER DV
Housing Forward —Maywood, IL
Bachelor’s degree in social service field, Master’s degree preferred. In conjunction with the staff of Sarah’s Inn develop a service plan that addresses the…
$45,000 - $49,000 a year
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1d
Peer Recovery Specialist
Ascension —Chicago, IL
Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience,. (With training) Ability to obtain clinical information,…
1d
Outreach Specialist
A Beautiful Mind Inc. —Chicago, IL
A valid driver’s license, verifiable good driving record, and reliable transportation. A Bachelor’s degree or certification in a behavioral health field is…
Estimated: $40.4K - $51.1K a year
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Outreach Specialist
HAYMARKET CENTER —Chicago, IL
Provide initial medical/psychological and additional assessments to registered clients leading to the definition of treatment issues, the development of an…
Estimated: $33.8K - $42.8K a year
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Manager - Milieu /BCBA Behavioral Specialist

Montrose - Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time From $29.84 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Life insurance

Qualifications

QMHP Certification
Mid-level
Master's degree
Supervising experience
Bachelor's degree
Conflict management
BCBA
4 years
Communication skills
Behavioral health

Full Job Description

Job Overview
Responsible for oversight and direction of the Milieu and all milieu direct care staff at the Montrose Behavioral Child and Adolescent Hospital.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Manage day-to-day operations of the units to ensure clinical aspect meet all regulatory requirements for the residents.

· Responsible for safe and effective day-to-day management of the milieu through adequate staff coverage, training and developing sound policies, procedures and protocols.

· Plan and develop unit schedules and provide a safe and positive environment on the units. Responsible for staff - ratio compliance.

· Provide training and orientation for new staff.

· Provide direct feedback, coaching, mentoring and training. Identifies staff development, training, and compliance issues with required training.

· Recruit, interview, select, hire and promote employees for the milieu staff.

· Provide direction to the Milieu Coordinator regarding scheduling of staff as required by regulation and safety need.

· Oversee or facilitate the individual and admission discharge processes.

· Manage the maintenance of records. Reviews content, accuracy and timeliness of paperwork required by milieu staff. Ensure 100% compliance of individual records.

· Responsible to maintain timekeeping for staff, evaluation of staff and corrective action as required.

· Provide direction and assistance in supervising residents in crisis intervention, emergency and conflict situation, which may include physical management and/or de-escalation. Debrief with staff and residents after such intervention.

· As a team leader, must be able to assist with patients and cover unit/group home as necessary to maintain ratio.

· Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Complete and update all DMH forms related to the BSI service and submit to the appropriate HCBS facility per timelines established.

· Train staff and/or family members to maintain and/or continue implementing the BSI plan.

· Collect data via observation and intervention and document appropriately.

· Train staff who provide other IDD/DD Waiver services to the individual on how to implement the BSI Plan and collect data.

· Shadow and/or intervene with undesired behaviors while the individual is receiving any other IDD/DD waiver service.

· Assist the individual to become more effective in controlling his/her own behavior either through counseling or by implementing the BSI Plan and document appropriately.

· Document collaboration with medical and other therapies to promote coherent and coordinated services, address behavioral issue and limit the need for psychotherapeutic medications, when applicable.

· Monitor effectiveness of the BSI Plan and revise and/or update accordingly based on observation, implemented interventions, and review of data collection forms.

· Participate in the development of the Behavior Support Plan with the Behavior Consultant.

· Implement the Behavior Support Plan.

· Collect and analyze data for the effectiveness of the Behavior Support Plan as approved by the Behavior Consultant.

· Monitor fidelity of implementation of the Behavior Support Plan and reliability of the data.

· Adjust or revise the strategies identified in the Behavior Support Plan as approved by the Behavior Consultant.

· Provide face-to-face training on the Behavior Support Plan and implementation strategies to staff and other caregivers. This shall include training for meals, hygiene, and/or community activities, and evenings and weekends noted in the behavior support plan as particularly challenging.

· Monitor program staff and other caregivers on the implementation of the Behavior Support Plan.

· Submit documentation to the Behavior Consultant s specified in the Behavior Support Plan with documents progress towards successful implementation of the Behavior Support Plan.

Performs other duties as assigned

QualificationsSkills

PreferredLeadership experience

Licenses & Certifications: BCBA Required

Crisis Prevention

Requirements

Master's degree in human service field related to working with intellectual and developmental disabilities from an accredited college or university required.
Five or more years’ experience in a behavioral health environment required. Four or more years working with, developing, and implementing positive Behavior Support Plans for individuals with IDD required.
- Proven experience in a supervisory role within the field of behavioral health.- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.- Ability to lead by example and inspire team members.- Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on conflict resolution.- A commitment to maintaining a positive work environment that promotes teamwork and collaboration. This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to make a significant impact within an organization while leading a dedicated team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $29.84 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Psychiatry

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift

Education:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

Behavioral health: 4 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Chicago, IL 60640: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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behavioral specialist jobs in Chicago, IL

Manager - Milieu /BCBA Behavioral Specialist

Mobile Crisis Worker (24 hour coverage)

Behavioral Intake Specialist Fulltime Nights 7p-7a

Behavioral Health Specialist - Full time, Days 7am-3:30pm

Outreach Homeless Prevention Specialist

Youth Development Family Support Specialist

Behavioral Health Specialist

Behavioral Health Specialist - Flex/PRN

Residential Treatment Specialist (Full-time, Backend)

Coordinator Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health Intervention Specialist

Behavioral Health Specialist - Full time, PMs 3-11:30pm

Mobile Crisis Response Intake Specialist

PROGRAM SPECIALIST (DEGREED) - Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Full time

Outreach Specialist

Peer Support Specialist -ACT

FAMILY CASE MANAGER DV

Peer Recovery Specialist

Outreach Specialist

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