Thresholds·Chicago, Illinois
Provide compassionate, trauma-informed nursing care and health navigation to individuals experiencing homelessness in community settings. Assess health needs, provide basic medical care, and connect clients to primary healthcare and psychiatric resources.
The Registered Nurse (RN) for the Homeless Outreach Program provides compassionate, trauma-informed nursing care and health navigation services to individuals experiencing homelessness. Working as part of a multidisciplinary outreach team, the RN engages clients on the CTA Red Line to assess health needs, provide basic medical care, promote wellness, and connect individuals to healthcare and social service resources.
The ideal candidate is passionate about serving vulnerable populations, skilled in community-based care, and committed to improving health outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.
The Thresholds Homeless Outreach Program (HOP) [https://youtu.be/cyNAtMibRls?si=0F-A5IV5pb2_tY2P] was established in 1989 to provide assertive outreach, linkage to primary and psychiatric care, and resource referral to people experiencing homelessness along with serious mental illnesses. We are Chicago’s only citywide mental health homeless outreach program, and our primary goal is simple: to get people living with mental illnesses into stable housing and help them recover and regain their lives. We believe it is not enough to simply be available to the people who need our services – we need to bring our services to them.
MON-FRI 4:00pm - 12:30am
Thresholds is a mission-driven agency with a deep commitment to fostering an environment where all feel valued and respected, a place where every employee can be themselves, thrive, and support the agency’s mission. Click here to learn more.
One of the oldest and largest community mental health organizations in Illinois, we pride ourselves in being a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and one of Chicago’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, several years in a row.
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Must hold a valid Registered Nurse license and a degree in Nursing (Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's). Requires a valid driver's license, car insurance, and access to a personal vehicle for client transportation.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Illinois often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed or graduate-prepared candidates who can work in clinical, community, or care-coordination settings. This role is competitive because the required background is specific—either a master’s degree in a human services field or an active Illinois RN license, with behavioral health experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure, degree, and setting experience before applying.
