Assistant Toddler Teacher (Part time with possibility for full time) ( Apply )
Substitutes (part time, PRN) ( Apply )
Support Staff/Floaters (part time with possibility for full time) ( Apply )
Applicants for the above positions must be 19 years of age or above, have a high school diploma or GED, sixty semester hours of credit from an accredited college or university or nine quarter hours in courses related to child care and/or child development, from birth to age six (or) one year of child development experience in a nursery school or licensed day care center and 30 semester hours of credits from an accredited college or university with six semester or nine quarter hours in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age six (or) completion of credentialing programs approved by DCFS. Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
Substitute Cook (part time, PRN) ( Apply )
Applicants for this position must be 19 years of age or above, have a High School diploma or GED and have a food sanitation certification.
Professional Foster Parent ( Apply )
Our Professional Foster Parents provide stabilized care to a child between the ages of 12-16 years old who has special needs, which may range from routine to highly complex. In addition to providing a safe, healthy and nurturing environment, the professional foster parent will meet the developmental and emotional needs of the child to include maintaining and promoting a healthy relationship with the child's biological parents. Position requires:
- Requires a High School diploma or equivalent, some college desirable
- 5-7 years of proven, quality experience in social services preferred
- Current or previously licensed foster care providers preferred
Full-Time Mental Health Specialist ( Apply )
MHS's provide direct supervision and treatment to youth with emotional / mood disorders in our Residential Treatment and Transitional Living programs. Position requires:
- High School Diploma
- Minimum of 21 years of age
- Valid Illinois Driver's License
All candidates must be 21 years of age (unless otherwise noted), possess a valid Illinois Drivers license and pass all required background checks & drug screening.
United Methodist Children's Home does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or handicap. UMCH is an equal opportunity employer.

