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Mental Health Specialist

Allendale Association
Lake, IL Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/3/2026

Looking for a great place to build your career? Our Mental Health Specialist crucial frontline support to help our kids develop the skills they need to move toward growth, healing and greater independence. Build your career here and make an important, life-changing impact.

If you are adept at multi-tasking and embrace playing an integral role in changing the lives of the youth we want to talk to you! In pursuing this mission we are looking for a talented, energetic, Mental Health Specialist. Apply now!

*Allendale has recently increased the compensation rate for this position!*

The Position Will:

The Mental Health Specialist is active within the unit/cottage and implementing individual and group programs through the care, supervision, monitoring and direction of the residents encompassing activities related to residents’ health, education and welfare as well as care for the physical environment and maintain appropriate records.

*On-Site Training!*

Required:

High School Diploma

The Ideal candidate Will Posess:

Bachelors Degree or 5 years of applicable experience

Per DCFS regulations, must be at least 21 years of age

Position Located in Lake Villa

Varied Shifts Available, i.e., Full-Time, Part-Time or Weekends

Founded in 1897, The Allendale Association is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to excellence and innovation in the care, treatment, education and advocacy for children and youth with serious emotional, mental and behavioral health challenges.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.40 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22

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