Foster Care Therapist ( Apply )
United Methodist Children’s Home is currently accepting resumes for extremely motivated, energetic professionals who want to help make a difference in the lives of children. We currently have an opening in our Adolescent Professional Foster Care program. Adolescent Professional Foster Care is a program that provides highly specialized, intensive care to youth ages 12- 16 years, who are moving from residential treatment or who need more intensive services from their current placement. This program is seeking a Masters Level Therapist to provide clinical services to youth and families. Applicants must have a Master’s Degree in a Human Services Field (previous counseling experience and Licensed Therapist strongly preferred).
Registered Nurse for Best Beginnings / Nurse-Family Partnership ( Apply )
Want to make a profound difference in the lives of low-income, first time parents and their children? Come join the team of nurses at United Methodist Children’s Home. We are seeking a Registered Nurse (Bachelors Level preferred) to provide in home visiting services to participants in Marion County. This position offers nurses a high level of autonomy, flexibility and personal satisfaction in a relationship based model that builds on a client’s skills, confidence and hope. Starting Salary Range: $27,500 - $35,000 plus benefits.
Community Connections Therapist ( Apply )
United Methodist Children’s Home is seeking an experienced Therapist to join our Outpatient Counseling Program. This is a PRN position to be utilized on an as needed basis. Applicants must have a LCSW/LCPC and have evening availability.
Bright Start Positions Available ( Apply )
Bright Start Child and Family Education Center accepts applications for the following positions: Teacher, Classroom Assistant, Full-Time and Part-Time. Qualifications vary on position. Must be 19 years of age.
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Subsitute Teacher ( Apply )
Bright Start Child and Family Education Center is currently seeking substitute teachers. These are PRN positions that will be utilized to cover openings for teachers/assistants during vacation, illnesses, maternity leave and personal days off. Applicants must be at least 19 years of age and have a high school diploma, college credits in Early Childhood Education strongly preferred.
Lead Teacher ( Apply )
Must be at least 19 years of age. Have 60 hours of college credits from an accredited college with at least 6 hours in courses related to child care, child development or early childhood education for ages birth to six years. Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education preferred.
Assistant Teacher ( Apply )
Must be 19 years of age. Have 30 hours of college credits from an accredited college with at least 6 hours in courses related to child care, child development or early childhood education for ages birth to six years (or) have a high school diploma or GED and one year of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten or licensed day care center. Associate degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
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.

