Youth Treatment Specialist - Overnight

About Lawrence Hall

Lawrence Hall is a Chicago-based nonprofit social services agency that provides therapeutic, wellness, and skill development services to youth, families, and neighborhoods affected by lasting trauma. We foster healing and growth through empowerment, respect, safety, and teamwork.

Our Child & Family Treatment Center (CFTC) is a 24‑hour residential program for DCFS‑ and ISBE‑referred youth ages 8‑18 who are experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges. With a trauma‑informed, outcomes‑driven approach, we help youth heal from abuse, neglect, and trauma while building the skills they need to thrive.

Youth Treatment Specialists are the core of the CFTC. In this role you will provide supervision, structure, and daily support to youth living in our residential program. You will mentor youth, teach coping and life skills, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team to carry out individualized treatment plans. Your daily presence and guidance are essential in helping youth manage emotions, build positive relationships, and prepare for a successful transition back to family or community.

This role is ideal for someone who is steady, empathetic, and ready to make a direct impact in the lives of youth navigating complex challenges.

• Provide direct supervision and maintain a safe, supportive environment for up to 8 youth.
• Implement interventions and strategies from individualized treatment plans.
• Co‑facilitate psycho‑educational and life‑skills groups.
• Model positive behaviors, communication, and coping skills.
• Support daily routines, including hygiene, meals, activities, and transportation.
• Accurately document services provided to meet Medicaid and licensing standards.
• Transport youth to school, appointments, and community activities.

Required:

• HS or GED and 0‑1 year of relevant experience.
• Valid Illinois driver's license and ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of experience working with youth in similar settings.
• Experience working with youth and families impacted by trauma.
• Knowledge of adolescent development and trauma‑informed practices.

This is a full‑time, on‑site overnight role located at our Francisco campus at 4833 N Francisco Ave, Chicago, IL 60625. Available shift options include:

• Shift 1: 11:00 PM – 9:00 AM – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
• Shift 2: 11:00 PM – 9:00 AM – Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday

This work requires safe use of verbal and physical intervention techniques when necessary, exposure to youth with complex mental health needs and challenging behaviors, and the ability to obtain and maintain certifications in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), CPR, and First Aid. Physical ability to kneel and return to standing, and to safely intervene when necessary, is also required.

• Hourly rate:
  Starting at a base hourly rate of $20.10 – $23/hour
• Average of 17‑25 days of PTO + 9 holidays
• Medical insurance – HMO and PPO options
• Dental insurance – HMO and PPO options
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 5% employer match and auto‑vesting
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical and Dependent Care
• Pre‑tax commuter benefits – parking and transit
• 100% employer‑paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance for employees, spouses, and children
• Accident and critical illness insurance
  
  Short‑term and long‑term disability
• 100% employer‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and life resources
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Employee referral bonus up to $1,500
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for licensed employees
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Submit your application here. We look forward to learning more about you!

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Following job offer acceptance, all new hires are required to complete a background check through the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Individuals who have lived outside of Illinois may also be subject to out‑of‑state checks, which can take up to eight weeks to process. While these checks are pending, candidates should continue completing all other pre‑boarding requirements. Employment may begin once all pre‑boarding steps are complete and DCFS clearance has been received.