Northeast Family Services is looking for dynamic paraprofessionals in Illinois to provide services to clients in their homes and community. You will work with a team of professionals providing an innovative service in Illinois.
MAKE HISTORY WITH NFS AS WE TRANSFORM COMMUNITY-BASED CARE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES THROUGHOUT ILLINOIS!
We will be training our staff in the Wraparound model and the System of Care principles! Don’t miss this opportunity to join a rapidly growing and well-regarded organization that truly cares for their employees and clients.
Are you interested in working for a dynamic agency with generous compensation and premier benefits?
The Youth Community Mentor will work under the supervision of a licensed Clinician. You will support the implementation of the Clinician’s treatment plan and work with clients to increase their skills building in their own community!
Qualifications

• Parent/caregiving experience for a youth that has had involvement with various agencies and institutions: DCFS, Juvenile Justice, inpatient psychiatric hospitalization, residential treatment/group homes etc.
• Minimum one year of experience working with children, youth, and families
• Valid driver's license with reliable and consistent access to a vehicle

Benefits: (Full time employees)

• Health, dental & vision
• 3 weeks paid vacation
• 11 Paid holidays (including Juneteenth, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and NY Eve.)
• Generous sick time including mental health days
• 401k retirement plan with up to 4% match
• Voluntary short and long-term disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Dependent care savings account
• Mileage reimbursement
• Longevity award - Monetary bonus and a vacation day annually
• Company provided laptop and cell phone
• Opportunity for professional growth
• Supervision for licensure provided
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal cell phone discount

Compensation

• Full-time: Salary $50,000 - $55,000