Community Wellness Advocate

Community Wellness Advocate
Who We Are

Lawrence Hall is a Chicago-based nonprofit social services agency providing therapeutic, wellness, and skill-development services to youth, families, and communities affected by trauma.

Our Community Wellness program helps young people affected by community violence and systemic barriers build stability, develop healthy coping skills, and access opportunities for long-term success.

About the Role

As a Community Wellness Advocate, you will mentor and support at-risk and justice-involved youth and young adults ages 8-24. Using trauma-informed and positive youth development approaches, you will help participants set goals, access resources, develop life skills, and build healthier futures.

This is a great opportunity for someone who connects naturally with young people, understands Chicago communities, and is passionate about helping youth thrive.

What You'll Do

• Mentor youth ages 8-24, build trusted relationships, and provide case management, goal planning, referrals, and follow-up support.
• Help participants strengthen their life skills, emotional wellness, education, and employment readiness through individual and group activities.
• Connect youth and families to community resources, collaborate with partner organizations, maintain required documentation, and transport participants when needed.

Who We're Looking For

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Human Services, Criminal Justice, Youth Development, or a related field.
• At least two years of experience working with youth or young adults ages 8-24.
• Experience supporting at-risk, justice-involved, or underserved communities.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to transport youth.
• Ability to pass all required background checks and screenings.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of trauma-informed care, Positive Youth Development, restorative practices, and crisis intervention.
• Knowledge of Chicago community resources and violence-prevention programming.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, onsite position based at Lawrence Hall's South Shore Campus, located at 1818 E. 71st Street, Chicago, IL 60649 . The position includes community-based work and travel to schools, homes, program sites, and partner organizations throughout Chicago.

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

We care about the well-being of our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes:

• Salary: $56,000-$61,000 per year, based on experience
• Average of 17-25 days PTO plus 9 holidays
• Medical insurance - HMO and PPO options
• Dental insurance - HMO and PPO options
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 5% employer match and auto-vesting
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Medical and Dependent Care
• Pre-tax commuter benefits - Parking and Transit
• 100% employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance for employees, spouses, and children
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 100% employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and life resources
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Bonus up to $1,500
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for licensed employees
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

How to Apply

Submit your online application . We look forward to learning more about you!

Lawrence Hall encourages you to apply even if you do not meet every preferred qualification.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Classification

• Time Off Schedule: Schedule C
• Department: Youth and Community Development
• Reports to: Community Wellness Program Manager
• FLSA Status: Exempt

Compensation

Compensation is determined by a base salary for each position, with additional compensation considered based on relevant education and experience.