Behavioral Health Counselor-Supportive Housing

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • DeKalb, IL

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About The Position

The Behavioral Health Counselor/Case Manager provides individualized support to clients in permanent supportive housing, helping them maintain stable housing and work toward greater independence. The role coordinates services and connects clients with behavioral health, healthcare, benefits, employment, and other community resources. The counselor reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values, adheres to its Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and follows applicable policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory and accreditation standards. This is a full-time position of 36 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with hours between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health.
• Valid State of Illinois driver’s license at the point of hire and annually.
• Current auto liability insurance at the point of hire and annually.
• Annual driving abstract.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience interacting with clients in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized service plans and support client goals.
• Connect clients with behavioral health, medical, and community resources.
• Assist with benefits, transportation, employment, and other social-service needs.
• Support housing stability, including lease compliance and landlord communication.
• Provide crisis support and resource navigation.
• Coordinate care with healthcare providers, housing programs, and community agencies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services, referrals, and client progress.

Benefits

• Northwestern Medicine describes a wide range of benefits supporting employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being, with protection for unexpected life events.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Loan forgiveness.
• 401(k) matching.
• Lifecycle benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time