Time Commitment: 2-4 hours per event

Compensation: $75-$100 per hour

The Organization:

Lighthouse Foundation of Chicagoland is a Black LGBTQ+ led, multiracial social justice organization that advances justice for Black LGBTQ+ people across Chicagoland through empowerment, education, and entertainment. Since July 2019, Lighthouse Foundation has launched the nation’s first Black Queer Equity index, partnered with 24 organizations, and hosted 87 activations with 3,700 Chicagoans.

The Role

The Licensed Mental Health Contractor will report to the Senior Manager of Operations and will oversee the mental health support services at Lighthouse Foundation events. This position is responsible for attending to pertinent mental health needs of Lighthouse Foundation event attendees, as well as providing linkage to care when necessary. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in providing mental health services to Black Queer people, as well as marginalized and intersectional communities, de-escalation, and on the ground mental health provision.

Responsibilities

Mental Health Support

Provide mental health triage services at Lighthouse Foundation events
Utilize de-escalation at Lighthouse Foundation events when necessary
Consult on best practices to support the mental health of Lighthouse Foundation event attendees

Job Qualifications

Required

Master’s degree or higher in Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Counselor Education, Clinical Psychology or related field
Licensure as a mental health therapist, social worker, or psychologist
Training or certification in working with diverse and intersectional communities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

Experience with de-escalation
Experience with chronic or serious mental health conditions
Experience with trauma-informed care

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