Bilingual Staff Therapists

Updated on 1/1/2024

Expanded Mental Health Services of Chicago NFP, the founding organization of The Kedzie Center, seeks several dynamic, community-minded Bilingual Staff Therapists to join our team. This position supports our mission of increasing access to culturally informed quality mental health care to residents of Chicago’s northwest side. A non-profit organization, the Center will  be the third community-funded clinic in Chicago that provides individual, family, and group therapy, psychiatric care, and case management for as long as needed regardless of the client’s ability to pay (www.thekedziecenter.org). Our model seeks to enhance access to community-based mental health care and education that is specific to each community.  

The ideal candidate will have an interest in and commitment to community mental health and working with adults, children and their families. This clinician will provide a variety of clinical services to include therapy, school-based psychoeducation and process groups, and community interventions. Individuals with interest in an approach that emphasizes depth, insight, and relationships while also acknowledging the psychosocial impact of contextual factors are encouraged to apply. This position has  opportunities for professional growth as a community psychotherapist, clinical supervisor and/or administrator, as well as opportunities to develop innovative programming and  specialization.  

Desired Qualifications: 

  • Masters level degree in clinical field required (social work, counseling, marriage and family). 

  • Ability to provide therapy and psychoeducation in Spanish strongly preferred. 

  • Interest in providing group and community interventions. 

  • Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and administrative team.   

Responsibilities/Essential Duties: 

  • Support intake team to provide intake assessment for new clients and to assign cases, as needed.  

  • Carry a clinical caseload of psychotherapy clients and co-facilitate (bilingual) groups, as needed (i.e., parent-child play groups, child or adolescent groups, parent education workshop series).  

  • Provide comprehensive case management services to clients, including needs assessment, goal setting, plan development, advocacy and referralsand monitoring of progress.  

  • Develop collaborative relationships with local partner organizations such as schools, social service agencies, health providers, and religious institutions to support client work and community wellness.  

  • Participate in interdisciplinary staff meetings, clinical supervision, weekly clinical case conference and professional development training.  

  • Participate in providing community mental health education and prevention.  

  • Support program evaluation for quality assurance and grant compliance.  

  • Maintain records and compliance with agency and state requirements.  

  • Assist with clinical and administrative activities as needed to achieve organizational mission. 

Applicants should send a CV and letter outlining their capabilities and interest in the position to cfirkins@thekedziecenter.org. Please submit 3 letters of reference. Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience. EMHS is an equal opportunity employer.


Bilingual Case Manager

Updated on 1/1/2024

Expanded Mental Health Services of Chicago NFP, the founding organization of The Kedzie Center, seeks a dynamic, community-minded Case Manager to join our team. This position supports our mission of increasing access to culturally informed quality mental health care to residents of Chicago’s northwest side. A non-profit organization, the LoSAH Center of Hope/LoSAH Centro de Esperanza will be the third community-funded clinic in Chicago that provides individual, family, and group therapy, psychiatric care, and case management for as long as needed regardless of the client’s ability to pay (www.thekedziecenter.org). Our model seeks to enhance access to community-based mental health care and education that is specific to each community and to address the basic needs of our clients and community.  

The ideal candidate will have an interest in and commitment to community mental health and working with adults, children, and their families. This case manager will provide various services, including school-based psychoeducation and community interventions. Individuals with interest in an approach that emphasizes depth, insight, and relationships while also acknowledging the psychosocial impact of contextual factors are encouraged to apply. This position has opportunities for professional growth.  

Desired Qualifications:  

  • Bachelor's level degree in social work and/or 3-5 years of case management experience. 

  • Ability to provide case management in Spanish is required.  

  • Interest in providing group and community interventions.  

  • Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and administrative teams.  

Responsibilities/Essential Duties:   

  • Provide comprehensive case management services to clients, including needs assessment, goal setting, plan development, advocacy and referrals, and monitoring of progress.  

  • Develop collaborative relationships with local organizations such as schools, social service agencies, health providers, to support client work and community wellness. 

  • Attend and participate in meetings and events that involve resource sharing for the benefit of clients in meeting their basic and/or advocacy needs. 

  • Collaborate and coordinate with clinicians in meeting client needs and goals.  

  • Participate in interdisciplinary staff meetings, clinical supervision, weekly clinical case conference, and professional development training. 

  • Participate in providing community mental health education and prevention. 

  • Support program evaluation for quality assurance and grant compliance.  

  • Maintain records and compliance with agency and state requirements.  

  • Assist with clinical/administrative activities as needed to achieve organizational mission. 

Applicants should send a CV and letter outlining their capabilities and interest in the position to gromero@thekedziecenter.org. Please submit 3 letters of reference. Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience. EMHS is an equal opportunity employer. 

Bilingual Administrative Assistant

Posted on 1/1/2024

The Kedzie Center seeks a full-time bilingual (Spanish) administrative assistant to support its mission of providing high-quality mental health care to residents on Chicago’s northwest side. This individual will play a key role in creating a welcoming environment for clients and community partners. This position is ideal for a self-motivated individual who can work with diverse populations, collaborate as a team member, and take a lead in problem-solving.

Desired qualifications include the ability to manage social media, database and mailing services, such as Network For Good, and Canva. Full benefits package with a competitive salary.  Interested candidates should submit a resume, a letter of interest, and three references to vperez@thekedziecenter.org. For further information, please see our website career tab at http://www.thekedziecenter.org/careers/.

Responsibilities include:

  • Confirm client appointments and maintain confidential client records.

  • Communicate with clinicians regarding scheduling and client care coordination including psychiatry

  • Facilitate initial intake process for new clients and provide appropriate referrals when needed.

  • Plan and promote community events

  • Support billing manager by verifying insurance eligibility

  • Inform prospective clients of services offered at The Kedzie Center

  • Represent The Kedzie Center in a professional and courteous manner in all interactions

  • Manage website and social media accounts including Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram

  • Manage donor database and communications (via Network for Good)

  • Design flyers and marketing materials for social media and annual reports (via Canva)

  • Compile data and group reports for the annual report 

  • Assist the staff and board with fundraising events including our annual summer event 

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

  • Computer, website, and social media experience; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

  • Bilingual (Spanish/English), spoken and written proficiency.

  • One year of experience in customer service in a healthcare setting.

  • Strong organizational and communication skills.

Applicants should send a CV and letter outlining their capabilities and interest in the position to vperez@thekedziecenter.org. Please submit 2 letters of reference. Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience. EMHS is an equal opportunity employer.