MARSHMALLOWS HOPE NONPROFIT·Peoria, Illinois
Provide intensive in-home behavioral and emotional support to children and families to improve stabilization and family functioning. Collaborate with clinical teams and schools to implement treatment plans and provide crisis intervention.
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance This position with service Peoria, Stark, Marshall, Putn, Woodford, Fulton, and Tazewell counties.
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.
$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.
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. To be eligible for this position, applicants must live in a county within the service area they will be supporting. 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.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field. Candidates must have experience working with high-risk youth and families and must reside within the specified service counties.
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.
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