CFC Behavior Specialist- Bilingual

UCP Seguin of Greater Chicago; Cicero (IL); On-site; USD 48,009 - 51,009; Full time

Job summary

A child support organization in Cicero, Illinois, seeks a compassionate CFC Behavior Specialist to support children with emotional needs. The specialist will assess behavioral needs, develop individualized plans, and implement effective behavior interventions. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's in Psychology, 1 year of experience, and bilingual skills. This full-time position primarily works Monday-Friday with on-call availability, offering a salary between $48,009.60 to $51,009.60 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in behavior analysis.
• 21 years of age or older.
• Valid Illinois Driver's License with proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assess behavioral needs and develop individualized behavior plans.
• Implement and monitor behavior interventions and crisis response.
• Coach and support foster families and staff in behavior strategies.

Skills

Behavior analysis

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual (verbal and written)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related human services field

Job description

UCP Seguin of Greater Chicago

UCP Seguin of Greater Chicago is seeking a compassionate and skilled CFC Behavior Specialist to support children with behavioral and emotional needs in foster homes and community‑based settings. This position focuses on implementing effective behavior interventions that promote safety, stability, and positive outcomes while ensuring compliance with DCFS standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess behavioral needs and develop individualized behavior plans
• Implement and monitor behavior interventions and crisis response
• Coach and support foster families and staff in behavior strategies
• Participate in psychiatric medication reviews and monitoring
• Maintain accurate documentation, data collection, and reports
• Provide on‑call crisis support as needed

Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related human services field
• Minimum 1 year of experience in behavior analysis
• Bilingual (verbal and written) required
• 21 years of age or older
• Valid Illinois Driver's License with proof of insurance
• Ability to obtain DCFS CERAP and 402 Licensure within 6 months
• Ability to obtain First Aid, CPR, and CPI certification within 30 days
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to safely perform physical interventions during behavioral crises

Schedule & Environment

• Full‑time, primarily Monday‑Friday with flexibility
• On‑call availability required
• Office, home, and community settings

Salary: $48,009.60 - $51,009.60 per year.