Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

General Summary:    
The ARISE Health Lab, in partnership with Policy Research Associates, is hiring Program Facilitators to deliver an education curriculum as part of the Rise & Thrive study. Facilitators will work directly with adolescents and young adults to implement either an Adulting Skills curriculum or a Community Engagement curriculum designed to reduce chronic stress and promote mental well-being.

Essential Job Functions:

1.    Facilitate educational lessons on social issues, and adult life skills, fostering an environment that encourages dialogue and critical thinking.
2.    Provide program assistance and knowledge related to the program initiatives and program processes. 
3.    Engage and support youth by building strong relationships with participants, foster community building throughout the course, and encourage and model self and community care.
4.    Encourage leadership and inspire students to identify and address social justice issues, providing opportunities for them to develop leadership skills and become involved in activism within their communities.
5.    Monitor participant progress and engagement, offering feedback and support to ensure that each participant is receiving the full benefit of the program.
6.    Collaborate and work alongside other educators, facilitators, and the research team to continuously improve and document curriculum effectiveness.
7.    Assist in the development of informational program materials. 
8.    Coordinate schedules and training for the program. 
9.    Answer questions related to curricula for cohort/program attendees.
10.    Other job functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
1.     1 year of experience working directly with adolescents in educational, social service, or organizing settings required.
1. HS Diploma /GED required.

2.   1 years of experience working directly with adolescents in educational, social service, or organizing settings required. 
3.    Strong facilitation and teaching skills, with the ability to engage young people in dynamic, interactive learning experiences about social justice, race, and/or activism (preferred).
4.    Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex topics in a relatable and accessible way (required).
5.    Empathy and emotional intelligence, with the ability to work with youth from diverse backgrounds and support them in personal and professional growth (required).
6.    A strong understanding of racial justice issues, social equity, health disparities, and youth development principles (required).
7.    Previous experience in leading or facilitating social justice workshops, activism programs, or life skills training for youth (required).
8.    A background in community organizing, education, behavioral health, mental health, psychology, social work, sociology, or related fields is preferred. We highly value lived experience in community organizing and these other specialized areas (preferred).
9.  Familiarity with community-based organizations and outreach efforts focused on public health, youth empowerment, and social issues broadly, but specifically in Chicago (preferred).

Education

Pay Range

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan servicing and support

• Adoption benefits

• Backup Childcare and Eldercare

• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

• Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org