Dental Hygienist; Part Time

Support Our Community. Pack The Ark’s Pantries in Chicago and Northbrook.  .

Part-time (Tuesdays 9am–4pm) | $50–$70/hour | Chicago, IL

About The Ark
The Ark is a vital safety net for the Chicagoland Jewish community. Founded on the principles of dignity and compassion, The Ark provides free, comprehensive human services that bring stability, empowerment, and renewed purpose to people’s lives. Our integrated programs span social services, medical and dental care, financial assistance , housing solutions, employment, spiritual enrichment, and more. Learn more  .

About the Role

We’re looking for a compassionate clinician who thrives in a mission-driven, team-oriented environment.

The Dental Hygienist provides essential preventive care to patients of

The Ark’s free dental clinic. This role focuses on delivering high-quality oral hygiene care and patient education while working collaboratively with our dentist and medical leadership to ensure our community members receive professional care in an environment of dignity and respect.

What You’ll Do

• Provide Preventive Dental Care: Perform cleanings, periodontal maintenance, and other hygiene services within the scope of licensure; document all findings accurately in patient records..
• Empower Through
  
  Education:
  
  Teach patients effective oral hygiene practices and basic health maintenance in a respectful, accessible manner tailored for a free-clinic setting.
• Support Clinic Operations: Work closely with the dentist, dental assistant, and Director of Medical Services to ensure efficient patient flow and coordinated care.
• Maintain Clinical Standards: Adhere to strict infection control procedures, manage room turnover, and follow all clinic safety protocols.
• Foster Positive Patient Experiences: Serve as a primary point of contact for patients, ensuring their visit is grounded in compassion and care.

What You’ll Bring

• Education & Licensure: Active Illinois Dental Hygienist license and current CPR certification required .
• Experience: Previous clinical experience as a dental hygienist; experience working with diverse or underserved populations is a plus.
• Strong clinical knowledge of preventive dentistry and infection control standards.
• Kind, compassionate demeanor and a patient
  -centered approach.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Cultural humility and appreciation for Jewish values and traditions.
• Comfort working independently in a mission-driven, free-clinic environment.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive Pay: Specialized hourly rate of $50–$70 per hour.
• Impactful Work: The opportunity to provide life-changing healthcare to those who otherwise could not afford it.
• Consistent
  
  Schedule:
  
  Stable weekly hours (Tuesdays 9–4) with potential for additional
  
  Friday morning hours.
• Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative workplace rooted in compassion, integrity, and community impact.

To Apply
:
Submit your resume and cover letter to careers with the subject line:
Dental Hygienist .

The Ark is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. The Ark celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace.