Full-Time Behavioral Health Counselor & Housing Case Manager

Northwestern Medicine group; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Behavioral Health Counselor/Case Manager to support clients in permanent supportive housing. The role is full-time (36 hours/week), with a Monday–Friday schedule between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Requires a Bachelor’s in Behavioral Health and a valid IL driver’s license, plus auto liability insurance. The position emphasizes coordinating behavioral health, healthcare, benefits, employment, and community resources, with a focus on housing stability and client progress

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health or equivalent.
• Valid State of Illinois driver’s license.
• Current auto liability insurance.

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

Verbal and written communication

Outpatient experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Health

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Behavioral Health Counselor/Case Manager to support clients in permanent supportive housing. The role is full-time (36 hours/week), with a Monday–Friday schedule between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Requires a Bachelor’s in Behavioral Health and a valid IL driver’s license, plus auto liability insurance. The position emphasizes coordinating behavioral health, healthcare, benefits, employment, and community resources, with a focus on housing stability and client progress