Behavioral Health Counselor-Supportive Housing

Northwestern Medicine; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Professional Development funding

Wellbeing Fund

Matching 401(k)

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off and Holiday pay

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Counselor/Case Manager in Illinois. You will provide individualized support to clients in permanent supportive housing, coordinate services across behavioral health, healthcare, and community resources, and help clients achieve housing stability and greater independence.

Responsibilities include developing service plans, crisis support, and documenting progress while adhering to NM policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in behavioral health is required.
• Valid State of Illinois driver's license required.
• Current auto liability insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized service plans and support client goals.
• Connect clients with behavioral health, medical, and community resources.
• Assist with benefits, transportation, employment, and other social-service needs.
• Support housing stability, including lease compliance and landlord communication.
• Provide crisis support and resource navigation.
• Coordinate care with healthcare providers, housing programs, and community agencies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services, referrals, and client progress.

Skills

Crisis support

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral health

Tools

Documentation system

Job description

The salary range for this position is $27.30 - $37.15 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you’ll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you’ve been, and we support where you’re headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Benefits

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Description

Behavioral Health Counselor/Case Manager

Full Time (36 hours per week)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, hours will be between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM

Required

• Bachelor's degree in behavioral health
• Valid State of Illinois driver's license
• Current auto liability insurance

The Behavioral Health Counselor reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Behavioral Health Counselor provides individualized support to clients in permanent supportive housing, helping them maintain stable housing and work toward greater independence. The role coordinates services and connects clients with behavioral health, healthcare, benefits, employment, and other community resources.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Develop individualized service plans and support client goals.
• Connect clients with behavioral health, medical, and community resources.
• Assist with benefits, transportation, employment, and other social-service needs.
• Support housing stability, including lease compliance and landlord communication.
• Provide crisis support and resource navigation.
• Coordinate care with healthcare providers, housing programs, and community agencies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services, referrals, and client progress.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements