Intensive Home-Based Support Specialist- MCHENRY COUNTY IN ILLINOIS

MARSHMALLOWS HOPE NONPROFIT; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

401(k)

Performance bonus

Competitive salary

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

MARSHMALLOWS HOPE NONPROFIT is seeking a Community-Based Behavioral Health Specialist to deliver in-home, client-centered services for children and families in McHenry County and surrounding areas. You will support stabilization, skill development, and treatment goals while collaborating with families and schools.

The role emphasizes crisis prevention, family involvement, and strong documentation practices within a dynamic community setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families facing behavioral health challenges.
• Preference for experience supporting high-risk youth in community settings.
• Strong crisis management and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with children, caregivers, and partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home behavioral and emotional support to children and families.
• Assist families with individualized treatment plans and strategies for positive outcomes.
• Offer crisis prevention, intervention, and stabilization support.
• Teach coping skills, communication techniques, and behavioral management strategies.
• Coordinate care with clinical teams, schools, and community providers.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.

Skills

Experience with children and families

High-risk youth experience

Crisis management

Communication

Problem-solving

Relationship building

Resident of McHenry County

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field

Job description

Benefits:

• Medical
• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

This role will service the McHenry and Boone County areas in Illinois.

Position Summary

Are you passionate about helping children and families overcome behavioral health challenges?

Join our team as a Community-Based Behavioral Health Specialist and provide meaningful, in-home support to youth and families in their communities.

This role provides intensive, community-based behavioral health services focused on stabilization, skill development, crisis prevention, and strengthening family functioning. You will work directly with children and caregivers to build skills, support treatment goals, and help families navigate challenging situations.

Compensation

$45,000–$50,000 annually, plus a $5,000 vehicle maintenance allowance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide in-home behavioral and emotional support services to children and families.
• Help families implement individualized treatment plans and develop strategies to support positive outcomes.
• Provide crisis prevention, intervention, and stabilization support when needed.
• Teach and reinforce coping skills, communication techniques, and behavioral management strategies.
• Collaborate with clinical teams, schools, and community providers to coordinate care and support client needs.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families facing behavioral health challenges.
• Experience supporting high-risk youth and families in community-based settings preferred.
• Strong crisis management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with children, caregivers, and community partners.
• Applicant must live in McHenry County

Why Join Our Team

• Make a direct impact on the lives of children and families.
• Provide services in the community where families live and thrive.
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team of professionals dedicated to improving outcomes for youth and families.
• Competitive compensation package with base pay and incentive opportunities.

Flexible work from home options available.