Education Resource Specialist - Foster Care Program

About Lawrence Hall Lawrence Hall is a Chicago-based nonprofit social services agency that provides therapeutic, wellness, and skill development services to youth, families, and neighborhoods affected by lasting trauma.A cornerstone program is Foster Care, connecting DCFS-referred youth ages 0-21 with safe homes and services to help them thrive. Our staff support youth and caregivers to achieve permanency-either reunification with birth families or long-term alternative placements.About the RoleAs an Education Resource Specialist, you'll guide foster youth toward education and career goals, helping them stay on track when challenges arise. This hybrid field-and-office role combines hands-on support, trauma-informed care, and collaboration with a passionate, mission-driven team dedicated to empowering youth.In this role, you will: Support youth in creating and pursuing education and vocational plansVisit youth in homes, schools, and community settingsCollaborate with foster care teams to align education goals with case plansMonitor attendance and progress in school or training programsProvide tutoring or connect youth to additional resourcesProblem-solve with school staff or program providersMaintain timely, accurate documentation Requirements Bachelor's degree in Education or related field; experience working with adolescents, or as a teacher/trainer.Valid Illinois driver's license and personal vehicle with proof of insurance.Ability to pass background and drug screen.Strong communication and organization skills Schedule & Location Full-time hybrid role with occasional evenings or weekends; travel throughout Cook County for in-person visits.Compensation, Benefits & PerksWe care about the well-being of our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes: Salary: $42,800-$47,000/year, based on experienceAverage of 17-25 days PTO + 9 holidaysMedical insurance - HMO and PPO optionsDental insurance - HMO and PPO optionsVision insurance401(k) with up to 5% employer match and auto-vestingFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Medical and Dependent CarePre-tax Commuter benefits - Parking and Transit100% employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D InsuranceVoluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and ChildrenAccident and Critical Illness InsuranceShort-Term and Long-Term Disability100% employer- paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and life resourcesWellness Reimbursement ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus up to $1,500Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for licensed employeesPublic Service Loan Forgiveness How to ApplySubmit your application here. We look forward to learning more about you!Lawrence Hall encourages candidates to apply even if they do not meet every qualification. Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).Following job offer acceptance, all new hires are required to complete a background check through the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Individuals who have lived outside of Illinois may also be subject to out-of-state checks, which can take up to eight weeks to process. While these checks are pending, candidates should continue completing all other pre-boarding requirements. Employment may begin once all pre-boarding steps are complete and DCFS clearance has been received.

Created: 2026-03-10