About This Role
This part-time role bridges Highland Park Hospital's adolescent mental health services with local schools, working 20 hours weekly during weekday mornings (8am-12pm). You'll coordinate between hospital providers and school staff to support students receiving care, ensuring smooth communication and continuity. The position pays $24.86 to $37.29 hourly based on your background and experience. You won't need to travel. This role suits someone with mental health training or experience who's comfortable building relationships across healthcare and education settings, communicating clinical information clearly to non-clinical audiences, and managing administrative coordination tasks. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently are important, as you'll be the primary connection point between two different institutional systems.
$25–$45/hr
School / Clinic / Outpatient / Hospital
Days
Therapy license
three years experience
Dental, Vision, Paid time off
Benefits & Bonuses
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid time off
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your therapy role
Requirements
Active state license in good standing (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
Experience requirements vary by employer.
BLS typically required.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What license do I need to apply?
An active state license in your discipline (PT, OT, SLP, LCSW, LPC, BCBA, etc.) in good standing. Therapy licensure is state-specific — the PT, OT, and ASLP-IC compacts let you practice in member states without a separate license.
Is this a school-year or year-round position?
School-based therapy roles typically follow a 9- or 10-month school-year calendar with summers off. Outpatient, hospital, home-health, and telehealth positions are year-round with PTO. Both options are widely available — check the job description for specifics.
What experience is expected?
Most therapy roles welcome new grads through mid-career clinicians. Specialty positions (acute care, NICU, pediatric feeding, hand therapy) typically prefer 2+ years plus relevant certifications.
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Full Job Details
Hourly Pay Range: $24.86 - $37.29 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Position Highlights: Position: Mental Health School Liaison Location: Highland Park Hospital Full Time/Part Time: Part Time (20 hours/week) Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-12pm Required Travel: no What you will do: Serves as the liaison between adolescent providers within Highland Park Hospital and the student’s community school.
Incumbent requires a broad knowledge of adolescent mental health, Highland Park adolescent services, and the mental health code in order to communicate effectively with students and parents as well the administrative and teaching staffs of the assigned community school districts.
Under minimal supervision, provides direct consultation to schools and outside agencies, coordinates students’ return to school, and provides consultations on a variety of mental health issues.
What you will need: Education: Bachelor’s Degree or above in Social Work, Education or a recognized mental health field required.
Master’s Degree/Preferred.
Certification: CPR Certification (AHA) within 60 days of employment ; CPI Certification within 90 days of employment ; A valid driver’s license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an off site location.
If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested
Experience: A minimum of three years experience in a professional role in an education or behavioral health setting.
Unique or Preferred Skills: Ability to maintain information that is highly confidential Ability to clearly summarize pertinent clinical information verbally and via written correspondence and medical records documentation Ability to demonstrate self-control in volatile or hostile situations The ability to maintain professional boundaries with patients and willingness to seek supervision Benefits (For full time or part time positions): Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance. (For AIP eligible positions) Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions) Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking Wellness Program Savings Plan Health Savings Account Options Retirement Options with Company Match Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties.
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