If you are interested in joining a passionate group of people dedicated to the mission of serving young families, look no further!

New Moms is a dynamic place to work with a strong, supportive community. We are committed to eliminating racism and promoting equity and justice. We are searching for highly qualified candidates to join this movement.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees including:

    • Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
    • Flex Spending Account (FSA)
    • Matching retirement savings up to 3%
    • 15 paid holidays (including all days between Christmas and New Years) & Generous paid time off
    • Flexible Work Options policy allows for staff to work some hours remotely once training is complete
    • Discounts on Bright Endeavors products
    • Free spiritual direction services
    • Half days on Fridays during the summer!
    • Paid Sabbatical opportunities for staff with 7 years of service or more
    • For licensed employees, you will receive over 20 free CEUs during onboarding and an additional 1.5 free CEUs/month throughout employment. We promote professional development in all positions and provide work time to attend other external trainings opportunities as well. We will cover the cost of your social work (LSW or LCSW) or professional counselor (LPC or LCPS) state certification/renewal, and will provide licensure supervision hours for staff working towards licensure.

Vaccination Policy Disclosure for New Hires

New Moms employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption through the Director of HR.

Available Positions:

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Clinical Therapist

The full-time therapist will provide trauma-informed mental health services to young moms engaged in New Moms’ housing, family support, and/or workforce development programs. Therapeutic interventions will promote healing, skill building, resilience, identification and use of natural supports, and empowerment of young moms and their families. The therapist will primarily provide services on an individual basis but may provide family therapy and/or therapeutic or psychoeducational groups as indicated. The therapist will work collaboratively with other program staff across the agency to ensure service quality and continuity of care. The Therapist will champion all New Moms values including our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, in both strategic planning and performance. This position works out of our Austin and Oak Park offices and will spend some time at our East Garfield location. Therapist will need to be available 1-2 evenings per week, with some remote / telehealth flexibility depending on participant needs and preferences.  Starting Salary: $61,000

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Permanent Supportive Housing Coach

This position is responsible for providing comprehensive, individualized coaching and family support services to families who live in our 18-unit supportive housing program. This position is responsible for support and coaching which focuses on the whole family to help them achieve their goals in the areas of education, employment and family well-being that support the retention of housing and increase positive family outcomes. The Permanent Supportive Housing Coach will champion all New Moms values including our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, in both strategic planning and performance. This position is located in our Oak Park office.
Starting Salary: $44,000 – $46,800 DOE. This position also receives added compensation for on-call shifts ($66/weekend and $22/holiday).

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Intra-agency Coach

This full-time coach provides coverage to our direct service departments when a permanent position is temporarily open or when there is additional work needed to support the mission. Our program departments include Family Support, Housing, Job Training, and Academic Coaching. This position is highly diversified and will be cross trained in services across all departments. The goal is to help support participants and the team to provide good continuity of services and support by using our Executive Skills Coaching approach and follow the program delivery expectations based on the team they are assigned. The Intra-agency Coach will champion all New Moms values including our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, in both strategic planning and performance. This position works out of our all of our locations and is an in-person role. This position will have a primary supervisor, but will regularly report to various task supervisors based on the assignment. Starting Salary: $44,000 – $46,800

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Financial Coach

This full-time position is responsible for providing financial capabilities coaching to participants to increase knowledge and practice of financial health to improve economic mobility and family well-being. This role is integrated across all our programs to ensure all participants have access to financial coaching. This role also provides technical assistance with other program coaches to help participants set and attain financial goals. The Financial Capabilities Coach will champion all New Moms values including our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, in both strategic planning and performance. This position is located at our Oak Park office and spends significant time at our other locations in Austin and East Garfield Park. Some evening hours are required. Starting Salary: $44,000 – $46,800 DOQ

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Child Care Associate

The Child Care Associate assists by providing guidance and a safe and structured environment for children while their parent attends Parents Support Group or other parent groups. This position works with volunteers during groups in the childcare setting in coordination with other staff. This position supports the agency’s vision, philosophy and core values in the delivery of services to parents and their children. The Child Care Associate will champion all New Moms values including our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, in both strategic planning and performance. This role works 0-19 hours per week and will work in both our Austin and Oak Park offices. Starting Wage: $17/hour

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Contracts Manager

The Contracts Manager provides leadership and direction in the management of assigned contracts and finance functions. This position supports the agency’s vision, philosophy and values in the comprehensive delivery of supports to young mothers and their children through the delivery of impeccable communication and reporting with contractors. The Contracts Manager will champion all New Moms values including our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, in both strategic planning and performance. The position is located at New Moms’ main office in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago. Starting Salary: $55,000

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New Moms is an equal opportunity employer (New Moms es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades). We provide employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and do not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity (or expression), sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, amnesty, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.

New Moms (Chicago)
5317 W. Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL 60651


773.252.3253

773.252.5320

contact@newmoms.org

New Moms (Western Suburbs)
206 Chicago Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302



New Moms strengthens families by partnering with young moms as they progress toward housing stability, economic mobility, and family well-being. We envision a future where every young family thrives.

New Moms is the proud winner of the 2020 Alford-Axelson Award for Nonprofit Managerial Excellence!

2022 Platinum Seal of Transparency

Charity Navigator 4 Star Charity