Behavioral Health Contractor Child Support Specialist

Children's Advocate LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Children’s Advocate is a trusted behavioral health clinic seeking a Behavioral Health Contractor to support young children with behavioral needs through one-on-one sessions, helping regulate emotions and follow routines under the guidance of licensed clinicians.

This flexible, part-time role offers practical training, performance-based bonuses, and opportunities for advancement, with a friendly, communicative team and a commitment to compassionate care for every child.

Qualifications

• Some college or higher.
• Experience with children or behavioral support (preferred but not required).
• Reliable transportation.
• Passion, patience, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one behavioral support during therapy sessions.
• Help children regulate emotions and follow routines.
• Collaborate with licensed clinicians to meet treatment goals.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Outgoing

Effective communicator

Play therapy experience

Education

Some college or higher

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Job Title

Behavioral Health Contractor – Child Support Specialist (Flexible Hours, High Impact)

About Us

Children’s Advocate is a trusted behavioral health clinic helping children with social, emotional, and developmental challenges thrive. We believe in consistent care, hands‑on support, and nurturing every child’s potential—one session at a time.

Position Overview

We’re looking for dependable, compassionate Behavioral Health Contractors to work directly with young children who display behavioral needs. You’ll provide one‑on‑one support during therapy sessions, helping children regulate emotions, follow routines, and meet treatment goals in collaboration with licensed clinicians.

Why Work With Us

$19/hour + bonuses for reliability & service milestones

• Flexible scheduling: weekdays, part-time, and full‑day shifts
• Paid shadowing, training, and ongoing professional development
• Supportive, tight‑knit clinic team — you’re never alone in a session
• Option to transition into lead roles or longer‑term contracts
• Must have the ability to be friendly, outgoing, an effective ongoing communicator with the clients, play therapist experience is a plus.

Who Should Apply

Freelancers, gap‑year students, or aspiring educators/therapists

• Child care workers, behavioral aides, or paraprofessionals
• Anyone who believes in giving every child a consistent, caring presence

Requirements

Some college or higher

• Experience with children or behavioral support (preferred but not required)
• Reliable transportation
• Passion, patience, and professionalism

Work Hours That Need Fulfillment

• Monday‑Friday 7:15 AM – 12pm or 12pm - 4 PM — Flexible based on client need
• Saturday 9:00 AM –2:00 PM — Flexible based on client needs