Current openings at the Bond County Health Department.
Healthy Families Illinois Program • Full‑time
Family Support Specialist
Bond County Health Department is seeking a full‑time Family Support Specialist in their Healthy Families Illinois Program. This is a 35‑hour per week position working Monday through Friday. The Family Support Specialist provides high quality and comprehensive services to children and families enrolled in the Healthy Families Program. Services are available to expecting families and their children, ages 0 – 3 years of age, and provided in homes, shelters, transitional housing or wherever a family calls home. Must understand the social and economic challenges of the service area and be familiar with the community resources available for families in Bond County and parts of Madison County. Valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle required. Ability for travel to Springfield for multiple trainings a must.
Education & Experience
Associate’s degree in human services, child development, psychology, education, or related field required or two years of related experience providing services to children and families. Bachelor’s degree in above mentioned fields preferred.
Benefits for Full-Time Staff Members
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision and dental insurance for full-time employees
- Retirement program through Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) for individuals working 1,000 hours annually
- Paid time off
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Schedule
- Monday–Friday • 35 hours/week
- Starting Pay
- $20 per hour
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Prairie Counseling Center • On Call – As Needed
Mobile Crisis Response Counselor
Bond County Health Department is looking for a counselor to join their mobile crisis response team in the Prairie Counseling Center. The mobile crisis response counselor completes assessments anywhere in the community and makes recommendations for stabilization and support for people in crisis. Must possess a basic understanding of mental health crisis and be able to work with individuals, health care providers, and law enforcement. Services may include emotional support, individual safety planning, and voluntary/involuntary placement when needed.
Education & Experience
Crisis Counselors must, at a minimum, meet Medicaid 132 requirements for a Mental Health Professional (MHP) OR possess a Medicaid approved bachelor’s degree, OR possess a bachelor’s degree in any other field with two years of supervised clinical experience in a mental health setting. Other requirements include a minimum of 21 years of age, valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
- Rate of Pay
- $17 – $20 per hour for hours worked
- On‑Call
- Daily flat amount for taking call: $25/day on weekdays (Tuesday–Friday); $33/day on weekends (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday); $37.50/day on holidays
- Benefits
- Paid Time Off Based on Hours Worked
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