CCAP Eligibility Specialist BrightpointCCAP Eligibility SpecialistGranite City, IllinoisThe Eligibility Specialist also offers assistance to child care providers to ensure proper completion of required forms and linking them additional services for training and support as needed, as well as reviewing billing forms and verifying payment processing, and acting as a liaison with the Illinois Department of Human Services. As an Eligibility Specialist, you will work directly with income eligible families and child care providers to help them complete and submit the required documentation to receive child care assistance, and then maintain an ongoing supportive relationship with them through the eligibility and annual re-determination process.
Home Visitor (Early Start) - Stephenson and Winnebago County BrightpointHome Visitor (Early Start) - Stephenson and Winnebago CountyRockford, IllinoisAs a Home Visitor, you will develop safe and trusting relationships with expectant and new parents, helping them to expand their support networks and maximize access to needed services while providing support and expertise as they successfully navigate the parenting journey. The Early Start Home Visitor meets with expectant parents and families with young children in Stephenson and Winnebago County, providing strength-based, family-centered services, comprehensive assessments, and parent support groups and education.
Assistant Site Manager – Early Childhood BrightpointAssistant Site Manager – Early ChildhoodBloomington, IllinoisIn addition, the Assistant Site Manager works closely with other program staff and leaders, develop relationships with parents and families and encourage their involvement in the Early Head Start and Prevention Initiative education programs and provide leadership and guidance to classroom staff in the development, writing, and implementation of daily lesson plans and classroom routings and transitions. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions.
Resource & Referral Manager BrightpointResource & Referral ManagerChicago, IllinoisBachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, Early Childhood, Behavioral Health, Information Systems, Healthcare Administration or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred. Collects, tracks, analyzes, and reports statewide referral and service coordination data, including families served, types of supports provided, referral volume, connection rates, timeliness, and client experience.
Teacher (Early Childhood 0-3 or 3-5) BrightpointTeacher (Early Childhood 0-3 or 3-5)Schaumburg, IllinoisAssociate's Degree in Child Development or a closely related field with 18+ hours of ECE credits required OR Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) and enrollment in a college program in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or closely related field with at least 30 credit hours completed, including 12 hours in Early Childhood Education. As an Early Childhood Education Center with NAEYC accreditation and ExceleRate Gold Circle of Quality designation, you’ll be proud to be part of the Marletta Darnall Schaumburg Child & Family Center team, and with our cohesive team style and supportive, high quality supervision, you’ll look forward to coming back each day.
Family Support Specialist BrightpointFamily Support SpecialistBloomington, IllinoisThe Family Support Specialist serves as the first point of contact for families in Tazewell and Woodford Counties, and is responsible for carrying out all funding source requirements to confirm participant eligibility, identify needs of children and families, coordinate, enroll and track participation in services to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families, and maximize the family’s well-being and the academic functioning of children. Location: Hybrid (on-site/community-based/remote): Work is completed at home-based and other community based-locations in Tazewell and Woodford Counties, with the need to work from the Bloomington Office 2-3 times per week for team meetings and other program needs.
Health Specialist BrightpointHealth SpecialistCarpentersville, IllinoisAs a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. Enters health data in the data management system for clients served, including physical exams, well baby check reports, hearing and vision screenings, immunizations, and oral health exams.
Doula BrightpointDoulaChampaign, IllinoisAs a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. A Bachelor’s Degree in social work or human service, OR Associate's Degree plus completion of Doula certification training, OR Associate's Degree plus two years' relevant social service experience.
Home Visitor (Healthy Families) BrightpointHome Visitor (Healthy Families)Champaign, IllinoisThe Home Visitor also assesses infant/child and family needs, help families to establish plans to reach family and child development goals, assists families to expand their support systems, provides parenting support, and facilitates groups. The Home Visitor provides comprehensive, long-term home-visiting services within a strength-based, family-centered model to high risk first-time parents and families with young children, birth through 5 years of age.
Teacher (Early Childhood 0-3 or 3-5) BrightpointTeacher (Early Childhood 0-3 or 3-5)Carpentersville, IllinoisAssociate's Degree in Child Development or a closely related field with 18+ hours of ECE credits required OR Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) and enrollment in a college program in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or closely related field with at least 30 credit hours completed, including 12 hours in Early Childhood Education. As an Early Childhood Education Center with NAEYC accreditation and ExceleRate Gold Circle of Quality designation, you’ll be proud to be part of the Brightpoint Child & Family Center in Carpentersville team, and with our cohesive team style and supportive, high quality supervision, you’ll look forward to coming back each day.
Family Support Specialist - Bilingual BrightpointFamily Support Specialist - BilingualChicago, IllinoisAs a Family Support Specialist, you will recruit families with children for enrollment in the program, complete and obtain all essential documentation to validate eligibility, coordinate the placement of eligible children and establish trusting, nurturing relationships with program participants. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions.
Lead Teacher (Early Childhood 0-3 or 3-5) BrightpointLead Teacher (Early Childhood 0-3 or 3-5)Chicago, IllinoisAs an Early Childhood Education Center with both COA and NAEYC accreditation and ExceleRate Gold Circle of Quality designation, you’ll be proud to be part of the Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center team, and with our cohesive team style and supportive, high-quality supervision, you’ll look forward to coming back each day. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions.
Training & Technical Assistance Coordinator BrightpointTraining & Technical Assistance CoordinatorGranite City, Illinois$42,000–$44,000 / yearBachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in early childhood education, child development, child psychology/behavioral sciences, family consumer sciences, social work, elementary education, child welfare, family services, psychology or sociology required. Provides as needed technical assistance to licensed and license-exempt early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers on topics, including the Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Registry, child development, CPR/first aid, health and safety, and other professional development opportunities; responds within two business days of receiving a request.
Maintenance Worker BrightpointMaintenance WorkerBloomington, Illinois$21–$22 / hourCompletes minor repairs and installations, such as replacing faucet washers, replacing electric switches and outlets, replacing light bulbs, repairing window screens, installing curtain rods, tightening cabinet hardware, touch-up painting, and other basic facility maintenance throughout complex. The Maintenance Worker performs basic daily maintenance of building or complex of buildings, equipment, and grounds as well as, performs minor repairs and installations, and reports observed facility needs or issues to the Office Manager.
Family Counselor BrightpointFamily CounselorGranite City, Illinois$47,000–$51,000 / yearThe Family Counselor also coordinates services with other relevant providers and develop appropriate referral plans, completes thorough and timely documentation, including assessment and service notes, using a web-based client services platform, and provides after-hours support to remote field staff on an on-call rotation. The goal of the Youth Services program is to preserve and reunify families, to prevent placement of youth in the state child welfare or juvenile justice system due to runaway or lockout, and to prepare older youth for successful independent living.
NewTherapist – Adoption Support & Preservation (Unlicensed/Licensed) BrightpointTherapist – Adoption Support & Preservation (Unlicensed/Licensed)Herrin, Illinois$62,515–$64,000 / yearIn you work, you will offer a range of trauma-informed, attachment-focused services, including individual, family, and group therapy, case management, advocacy, and crisis intervention, partner with families to develop a plan for clinical interventions targeting individualized, collaboratively developed treatment plan goals, coordinate services with other relevant providers, both within the agency and externally, and develop appropriate referral plans, complete thorough and timely documentation, including assessment and service notes, using a web-based client services platform, and help plan and facilitate community-based events where program participants and their families can engage in fun activities, like swimming and games. We also offer opportunities for advanced trainings in your field, which may include Play Therapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, Nurturing Parent Program, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and other trainings, depending on your unique interests, as well as opportunities to collaborate with other community partners to expand your professional network and increase your access to supplemental resources to benefit the kids and families you’re serving.
Bilingual Administrative Assistant BrightpointBilingual Administrative AssistantSchaumburg, Illinois$18.47–$23.09 / hourAs a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Administrative Assistant will provide day-to-day administrative support, track data, prepare reports, and assist with managing office needs including answering phones.
Out of School Youth Specialist BrightpointOut of School Youth SpecialistFort Wayne, INFull timeAdvocate for the program and develops a pool of effective community support resources by working with employers, parents, civic groups, and legislators to build awareness of and support for the program; develops job opportunities, participates in public relations activities, attends meetings and speaks to various community groups. Comply with all WlOA documentation requirements in a timely fashion including contacts and activities involving youth, employers, and other groups; develop and maintain a well-organized filing system.
Custodian- Huntington BrightpointCustodian- HuntingtonHuntington, INFull timeWhen driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance. JOB DUTIES: Responsible for keeping internal and external areas of the building thoroughly cleaned and maintained.
Youth Evolvement Specialist (ISY) Southern Counties BrightpointYouth Evolvement Specialist (ISY) Southern CountiesHuntington, INFull timeFollow-Up Services Maintains contact with youth for a minimum of 12 months after program exit to provide continued support, verify employment or education status, and assist with long-term success. The Youth Evolvement ISY Specialist is responsible for recruiting, enrolling, and supporting eligible youth to achieve academic success, career readiness, and long-term self-sufficiency.
Teacher Assistant-Berne BrightpointTeacher Assistant-BerneBerne, INFull timeThe Assistant Teacher assists in preparing the classroom materials and plans providing quality learning experiences for young children assisting in the implementation of methods that promote independence, curiosity, decision making, cooperation, persistence, creativity, and problem solving in young children. Demonstrate the adult behavior indicators as outlined in CLASS, scoring at or above the minimum threshold scores for Emotional Support (6), Classroom Organization (6), and Instructional Support (3).
Teacher BrightpointTeacherFort Wayne, INFull timeThe Head Start teacher has the ultimate responsibility of providing day-to-day quality learning experiences for young children by applying methods that promote independence, curiosity, decision making, cooperation, persistence, creativity, and problem solving in young children. Demonstrate the adult behavior indicators as outlined in CLASS, scoring at or above the minimum threshold scores for Emotional Support (6), Classroom Organization (6), and Instructional Support (3).
Youth Evolvement Specialist (ISY) BrightpointYouth Evolvement Specialist (ISY)Fort Wayne, INFull timeFollow-Up Services Maintains contact with youth for a minimum of 12 months after program exit to provide continued support, verify employment or education status, and assist with long-term success. The Youth Evolvement ISY Specialist is responsible for recruiting, enrolling, and supporting eligible youth to achieve academic success, career readiness, and long-term self-sufficiency.
Family Development Worker BrightpointFamily Development WorkerFort Wayne, IN$23–$25.60 / hourFull timeBachelor's degree or minimum of 3 years social service case management experience required Public Affairs, Social Work, Human Services, or Psychology preferred. When driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have the ability to provide own transportation as needed, have a valid Indiana driver's license, and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance.
Home Visitor- Noble CO BrightpointHome Visitor- Noble COFort Wayne, INFull timeComplete an ongoing child development assessment with parent(s) to assess child's development and works with them to plan and implement developmentally sequential activities in which each child can experience success and build confidence in his or her own abilities and worth. Work with parent(s) and pregnant women to provide a safe and secure environment in which children can be curious, active, and encouraged toward self-discipline, self-motivation, and self-actualization.
Youth Evolvement Specialist (ISY) BrightpointYouth Evolvement Specialist (ISY)INFull timeFollow-Up Services Maintains contact with youth for a minimum of 12 months after program exit to provide continued support, verify employment or education status, and assist with long-term success. The Youth Evolvement ISY Specialist is responsible for recruiting, enrolling, and supporting eligible youth to achieve academic success, career readiness, and long-term self-sufficiency.
CKF Outreach Coordinator BrightpointCKF Outreach CoordinatorFort Wayne, IN$20–$21 / hourFull timeThe Outreach Coordinator will work closely with the CKF Program Manager to create strategic relationships with community partners and funders, plan local events, and increase the overall visibility of the CKF program in assigned counties. The Covering Kids and Families (CKF) Outreach Coordinator is chiefly responsible for promoting the Covering Kids and Families program by connecting CKF of Brightpoint with the surrounding community.
Custodian- Ft Wayne BrightpointCustodian- Ft WayneFort Wayne, INFull timeWhen driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance. Perform minor building maintenance and repairs, both at home site and other Head Start sites as needed.
Custodian- Berne BrightpointCustodian- BerneBerne, INFull timeWhen driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance. JOB DUTIES: Responsible for keeping internal and external areas of the building thoroughly cleaned and maintained.
Client Support Specialist BrightpointClient Support SpecialistFort Wayne, INFull timeWhen driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance. They possess broad knowledge of CED processes and play a key role in ensuring a positive client experience while supporting organizational goals.
Disabilities & Mental Health Specialist BrightpointDisabilities & Mental Health SpecialistFort Wayne, INFull timeThe Disabilities & Mental Health Specialist is responsible for organizing, executing, facilitating, and directing the functions necessary to ensure comprehensive services for children with disabilities or who may need mental health services enrolled in Head Start and their families. Develop, renew yearly, and implement memorandums of understanding with the First Steps LPCCs, and the LEAs (local education agencies), and mental health consultants in the Brightpoint service area.
Food Service Assistant BrightpointFood Service AssistantFort Wayne, INFull timeWhen driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance. Comply with all requirements of the Indiana State Board of Health Food Service Sanitation Requirements (410 1AC 7-15.11) and maintain a copy of the booklet on file in the kitchen.
Custodian- Garrett BrightpointCustodian- GarrettGarrett, INFull timeWhen driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance. JOB DUTIES: Responsible for keeping internal and external areas of the building thoroughly cleaned and maintained.
Family Advocate BrightpointFamily AdvocateFort Wayne, INFull timeIdentifying clients for Head Start through the use of agency data, neighborhood involvement, agency outreach, and other methods to maintain full enrollment and a minimum of 10% waitlist. When driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance.
Substitute BrightpointSubstituteFort Wayne, INPart timeAbility to relate well with individuals from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds particularly low-income. Must possess a high school diploma or GED, and two (2) years experience in early childhood.
Home Visitor BrightpointHome VisitorColumbia City, INFull timeComplete an ongoing child development assessment with parent(s) to assess child's development and works with them to plan and implement developmentally sequential activities in which each child can experience success and build confidence in his or her own abilities and worth. Work with parent(s) and pregnant women to provide a safe and secure environment in which children can be curious, active and encouraged toward self-discipline, self-motivation and self-actualization.
Home Visitor-DeKalb BrightpointHome Visitor-DeKalbINFull timeComplete an ongoing child development assessment with parent(s) to assess child's development and works with them to plan and implement developmentally sequential activities in which each child can experience success and build confidence in his or her own abilities and worth. Work with parent(s) and pregnant women to provide a safe and secure environment in which children can be curious, active, and encouraged toward self-discipline, self-motivation, and self-actualization.
Teacher Assistant-Waterloo BrightpointTeacher Assistant-WaterlooFort Wayne, INFull timeThe Assistant Teacher assists in preparing the classroom materials and plans providing quality learning experiences for young children assisting in the implementation of methods that promote independence, curiosity, decision making, cooperation, persistence, creativity, and problem solving in young children. Demonstrate the adult behavior indicators as outlined in CLASS, scoring at or above the minimum threshold scores for Emotional Support (6), Classroom Organization (6), and Instructional Support (3).
Teacher Assistant-Kendalville BrightpointTeacher Assistant-KendalvilleKendallville, INFull timeThe Assistant Teacher assists in preparing the classroom materials and plans providing quality learning experiences for young children assisting in the implementation of methods that promote independence, curiosity, decision making, cooperation, persistence, creativity, and problem solving in young children. Demonstrate the adult behavior indicators as outlined in CLASS, scoring at or above the minimum threshold scores for Emotional Support (6), Classroom Organization (6), and Instructional Support (3).
Family Advocate- Berne BrightpointFamily Advocate- BerneBerne, INFull timeIdentifying clients for Head Start through the use of agency data, neighborhood involvement, agency outreach, and other methods to maintain full enrollment and a minimum of 10% waitlist. When driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance.
NewHealth Data & Scheduling Specialist (Early Childhood) BrightpointHealth Data & Scheduling Specialist (Early Childhood)Carpentersville, ILThe role includes scheduling health screenings, entering health data, and collaborating with health professionals to ensure children receive timely services. Brightpoint is seeking a Health Specialist in Carpentersville to provide essential administrative support for the health of children in Early Childhood programs.
Education Coach BrightpointEducation CoachChicago, IllinoisAs a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. Preferred enhancing credentials: CLASS Reliable Observer for Infant, Toddler, and Pre-K; Familiarity with Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies GOLD, Parents as Teachers, ITERS, and ECERS.
Family Counselor BrightpointFamily CounselorGranite City, IllinoisThe Family Counselor also coordinates services with other relevant providers and develop appropriate referral plans, completes thorough and timely documentation, including assessment and service notes, using a web-based client services platform, and provides after-hours support to remote field staff on an on-call rotation. The goal of the Youth Services program is to preserve and reunify families, to prevent placement of youth in the state child welfare or juvenile justice system due to runaway or lockout, and to prepare older youth for successful independent living.
Inclusion Support Aide BrightpointInclusion Support AideChicago, IllinoisAs the Inclusion Aide, you will help to maintain classroom environments that are developmentally appropriate and meet the needs of individual students, assist with executing individualized students plans, and provide Conscious Discipline curriculum support. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions.
Assistant Site Manager (Bilingual) – Early Childhood BrightpointAssistant Site Manager (Bilingual) – Early ChildhoodCarpentersville, IllinoisAs a high quality early childhood education center with COA accreditation and ExceleRate Gold Circle of Quality designation, you’ll be proud to be part of the Carpentersville team, and with our cohesive team style and supportive, high quality supervision, you’ll look forward to coming back each day. Provide leadership and guidance to classroom staff in the development, writing, and implementation of daily lesson plans and classroom routings and transitions; meet weekly with classroom and other staff to review lesson plans and teaching strategies and discuss child progress.
Bilingual Therapist (Licensed/Unlicensed) - Bright Futures BrightpointBilingual Therapist (Licensed/Unlicensed) - Bright FuturesCarpentersville, IllinoisWe also offer opportunities for advanced trainings in your field, which may include Play Therapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, Nurturing Parent Program, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and other trainings, depending on your unique interests, as well as opportunities to collaborate with other community partners to expand your professional network and increase your access to supplemental resources to benefit the kids and families you’re serving. Clinical licensure: Licensed clinicians receive reimbursement of licensure renewal fees; Licensure-eligible therapists receive weekly clinical supervision towards licensure, and reimbursement of clinical exam registration fees.
NPP Therapist (Unlicensed) BrightpointNPP Therapist (Unlicensed)Chicago, IllinoisWe also offer opportunities for advanced trainings in your field, which may include Play Therapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, Nurturing Parent Program, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and other trainings, depending on your unique interests, as well as opportunities to collaborate with other community partners to expand your professional network and increase your access to supplemental resources to benefit the kids and families you’re serving. Therapists also coordinate services with other relevant providers, develop appropriate referral plans, and complete thorough and timely documentation, including assessment and service notes, using a web-based client services platform.
Receptionist & Data Entry Specialist, Child Care Assistance Program BrightpointReceptionist & Data Entry Specialist, Child Care Assistance ProgramGranite City, IllinoisUtilizes the Child Care Management System computer software and any other computerized data systems currently or subsequently adopted by the Agency, Statewide Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) System and as determined by IDHS. Adheres to the policies and procedures set forth in the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) Policy Manual or as stated in the latest memos by IDHS Bureau of Subsidy Management for policy clarification.
Community Connection Services Navigator BrightpointCommunity Connection Services NavigatorDes Plaines, IllinoisAs a Community Connection Services Navigator, you will work collaboratively with families identified by the Department of Child and Family Services for 30 days to help meet a range of needs including identifying resources, completing community referrals, meeting with children and families in their homes within 48 hours of case assignment to assess for safety and needs and to create individualized action plans. The Community Connection Services Navigator will work collaboratively within and across programs to ensure a relentless focus on keeping children safe and supporting families, consistent with our agency's Blueprint for Impact, which includes replacing what we currently think of as child welfare services with what we know to be child, family, and community well-being solutions.
Lead Teacher (Early Childhood 0-3) BrightpointLead Teacher (Early Childhood 0-3)Palatine, IllinoisAs an Early Childhood Education Center with both COA and NAEYC accreditation and ExceleRate Gold Circle of Quality designation, you’ll be proud to be part of the Community Child Care Center of Palatine Township team, and with our cohesive team style and supportive, high-quality supervision, you’ll look forward to coming back each day. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions.