Group & Community Engagement Specialist

Job overview

The Group & Community Engagement Specialist role is onsite in Kankakee, IL. The posting lists competitive pay of $24.04. The specialist delivers youth group services in school and community settings and supports participant engagement. The role exists to connect youth with structured group sessions and related activities while maintaining participant documentation and collaborating with community partners to support service quality.

What you'll do

• Maintain a caseload generally ranging from 15 to 20 participants
• organize and conduct group sessions in schools or community settings
• facilitate group intakes and manage participant documentation
• plan program activities and family engagement events
• collaborate with community partners
• provide backup crisis response support as needed
• participate in peer session observations
• coordinate and attend community partner events
• collect youth satisfaction feedback.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

group engagement

community engagement

youth services

kankakee il

full-time

group sessions

participant caseload

family engagement

community partners

crisis response support

bachelor's degree required

evenings

weekends

$24.04 pay

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• disability and life insurance
• paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
• retirement plan
• employee assistance program
• and employee discounts.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor's degree and a valid Illinois driver's license with a clear driving record; must be available evenings and weekends and transport clients in a personal vehicle.

About the employer

AUNT MARTHAS HEALTH AND WELLNESS INC is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.