MPI Community Behavioral Health Specialist

MPI Community Behavioral Health Specialist

Job Category : Counselors/Social Workers

Requisition Number : MPICO
005471

• Posted :
  September 17, 2026
• Full-Time

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Metropolitan Peace Academy
Chicago, IL 60608, USA

If asked to describe the culture at Metropolitan Family Services, we could do that in one word.
COMMUNITY! Reflected in both our internal culture as well as through the services we provide, community is at the heart of all we do.

Metropolitan Family Services empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Metropolitan is Illinois’ first comprehensive human services agency and reaches more than 136,000 individuals and families in Chicago, Evanston/Skokie, the southwest suburbs and DuPage County with services promoting education, economic stability, emotional wellness and empowerment.

We are currently searching for a full-time Community Behavioral Health Specialist to join our Metropolitan Peace Initiative Team!

Schedule & Role Requirements :
This is an overnight position; there are 2 shifts: 12pm-7:30am and 7:00 PM–2:30 AM. This role requires riding trains and providing services on train platforms and at CTA stations. No alternative shifts are available. You must have open availability for both shifts.

MFS is spear-heading the Communities Partnering 4 Peace, a framework designed to provide comprehensive, long-term approach to reduce violence and gang activity. This framework will bring together community-driven strategies that will empower community-based organizations to intervene with those individuals at the highest risk of driving the violence while working with the overall resident population to transform perceptions and realities of their community.

SALARY:

• The average starting salary for this position will fall in the range of $75,000- and $85,000 annually. Where candidates fall in this range will be based on skill and experience level.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Identify, deescalate, and mediate tense situations related to mental health concerns; build trust with diverse individuals and groups; and provide follow up support after a crisis to promote stabilization and healing.
• This is an overnight position; there are 2 shifts: 12pm-7:30am and 7:00 PM–2:30 AM. This role requires riding trains and providing services on train platforms and at CTA stations. No alternative shifts are available. You must have open availability for both shifts.
• Engage effectively with community members, local businesses, and high-risk individuals while maintaining professionalism and utilizing trauma informed approaches.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of incidents, interventions, and referrals while respecting confidentiality and ensuring adherence to professional standards.

Performs comprehensive, in-depth assessments for a variety of clinical services. Performs psycho-social assessments and intake as assigned.

Provides a full range of case management, counseling, advocacy, educational, and related services to Community Safety and Transit Operations.

Lead the coordination of behavioral health services within the community and transit systems by reviewing complex cases, supporting high-risk crisis responses, ensuring compliance with clinical, ethical, and organizational standards, and implementing strategies to enhance service effectiveness and team performance.'

Develop and strengthen partnerships with community stakeholders, behavioral health systems, hospitals, public safety agencies, and leadership to support program expansion, improve continuity of care, and…