Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence

The RISE Center for Liberation in Early Childhood Education is an anti-racist, values-driven organization committed to transforming early childhood education in Central Texas and across the United States. We were founded to directly address the deep-rooted inequities in early learning systems by centering the experiences and brilliance of Black children, families, and educators.

RISE partners with preschools, child care centers, and community leaders to build their capacity to create anti-racist, liberated learning environments that affirm the cultural identities, needs, and dreams of Black families. Through our work, we aim to dismantle systemic barriers in early education and ensure that all children—especially those furthest from opportunity—have access to transformative early learning experiences.

We offer a dynamic range of programs and tools, including:

• Pop-Up Child Care that provides short-term, culturally congruent support for Black mothers and caregivers.
• Professional Development and Learning Series that build the skills of educators, administrators, and systems leaders to lead with equity and liberation.
• Liberatory Learning Tools such as handbooks, resources, and coaching designed to shift practice and policy.
• A pioneering Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) in Early Childhood Education—the first of its kind in Central Texas—that equips emerging educators with the training, mentorship, and credentials they need to succeed and lead in the field.

RISE operates as a remote-first team with staff and partners across the country. We work at the intersection of racial equity, early childhood education, and systems transformation, blending deep compassion with bold innovation. Our vision is clear: a world where Black families and all families thrive, early educators are celebrated and supported, and justice is not just a goal, but a reality.

• Our Mission: We make it possible for all children to have access to a transformative early childhood education.
• Our Vision: Happy and healthy families in a just world.
• Our Values, defined: Kindness: Acknowledging our common humanity through generosity and consideration of ourselves and others.
• Integrity: Doing what is right even when no one is looking.
• Community: Building positive relationships by working together and supporting one another as a team and family.
• Innovation: Always finding ways to grow, improve and change the world.
• Social Justice: RISING together to create a better life for everyone.

Working at RISE
At RISE, we do things differently. As an anti-racist, values-centered organization, we invest in people, prioritize well-being, and maintain a culture of trust, transparency, and flexibility. You’ll join weekly check-ins, regular finance and operations meetings, and teamwide sessions. You’ll gain exposure to nonprofit leadership and be part of a mission-driven team. This is an entry-level position, with opportunity to grow as RISE grows. This part-time role is remote, with flexible work hours and accrued paid time off.

About the Role
The Finance & Operations Intern will support the day-to-day functioning of RISE’s finance and operations team, gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit financial management, compliance, reporting, and process improvement. You’ll work closely with the Managing Director of Organizational Sustainability, Millennia Park (our external finance partner), and other nonprofit team members to ensure financial records are accurate and internal workflows run smoothly.

Key responsibilities include receipt reconciliation, invoice tracking, team communications, and supporting data updates in Salesforce, our CRM platform. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented, curious, and proactive individual interested in nonprofit finance, operations, or program administration—ideal for someone who wants real-world experience in a mission-driven, values-aligned team.

Finance Support

• Assist with recording, categorizing, and reconciling expenses using Ramp and Xenett
• Collect and organize supporting documentation (receipts, invoices) in Google Drive each pay period
• Upload receipts and invoices to Ramp and Xenett; follow up via Slack or email for outstanding items or approvals
• Monitor documentation status and support monthly financial closeout by identifying missing or inconsistent entries
• Maintain accurate, well-labeled digital files for financial records
• Review financial reports/exports for formatting and accuracy
• Track invoice submissions and payments, and communicate with vendors or internal staff to prevent delays

Audit and Process Improvement

• Support preparation for the annual audit by ensuring data integrity and record organization
• Recommend and/or implement improvements to existing financial workflows
• Explore ways to integrate AI responsibly—e.g., to summarize reports, improve expense categorization, or automate repetitive tasks
• Suggest tools like Slack Workflows, Monday.com, etc., for efficiency

Program Data and CRM (Salesforce)

• Assist with data entry, updates, and clean-up for grants, program participants, and partners
• Conduct quality checks to ensure consistency and completeness
• Help organize data for reporting and grant submissions
• Contribute to improving internal dashboards or workflows in Salesforce

Operational Support

• Help maintain RISE’s organizational calendars, including tracking key finance, grant, and program deadlines
• Assist with scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and supporting task follow-up
• Maintain and update organizational email addresses, including shared inboxes and group lists
• Create and assign new email accounts for incoming team members as requested

Communication and Collaboration

• Send kind, clear nudges to team about receipts, reimbursements, or timelines
• Update internal finance process documentation and FAQs
• Join and take notes during team check-ins; populate agendas before meetings
• Prepare and organize documents for various tasks and reports
• Uphold confidentiality and follow RISE’s data protection policies

Tools You’ll Use (we’ll train you!)

• Ramp (receipt tracking & employee spending)
• QuickBooks Online (general ledger)
• Salesforce (program CRM)
• Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail, Calendar)
• Slack (team communication)
• Monday.com (project/task tracking)
• Zapier (workflow automation and integrations)

The receptionist greets clients and visitors, answers incoming calls, and provides customer service for Family Counseling Services. Responsibilities include processing insurance information, collecting payments, verifying accuracy of client records, and providing clerical support to therapists and staff.

Schedule: Tuesday and Wednesday, 3 to 8 p.m.; every other Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon.

• Ability to use a PC and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to answer and transfer calls, manage multiple calls at once, and greet visitors professionally.
• Good judgment and initiative.
• Friendly, helpful customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• High school diploma and one year of related experience.

Send resumes to:

April Poggioli
631 N. Longwood, Suite 103
Rockford, IL 61107

Email: april@familycounselingrockford.org
Phone: 815-962-5585

Rockford Barbell is seeking a seasoned, detail-oriented, and highly organized part-time finance manager to join the team for 15 to 20 hours per week. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, and supporting broader finance functions.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a small-company environment, is highly organized, and wants to make a direct impact on business operations.

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities.
• Develop and implement an efficient accounting system integrating payroll, expense tracking, reimbursements, and financial reporting tools.
• Maintain QuickBooks Online, including chart of accounts and expense and revenue categories.
• Provide full-service accounts payable and accounts receivable, including monthly grant billings.
• Track and reconcile grant-related reimbursable expenses across funding sources.
• Oversee employee reimbursement and expense requests in accordance with company policies.
• Perform monthly reconciliations for bank statements, credit cards, merchant payments, and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare monthly financial statements.
• Assist with agency and grant budgeting.
• Collaborate with executive management, external accountants, and tax professionals.
• Manage distribution of year-end 1099-NEC forms.
• Establish and maintain accounting control policies and procedures.
• Evaluate financial workflows and recommend improvements.
• Monitor expenses and suggest cost-saving measures.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of financial records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work location: On-site
Expected hours: 15 to 20 per week

• Four or more years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in a grant-funded environment.
• High proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Excel.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and account reconciliations.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills and strong sense of urgency.
• Discretion and tact when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Friendly, professional demeanor and strong teamwork skills.
• Self-starter with a solutions-oriented mindset and strong ownership mentality.

Pay range: $30 to $35 per hour.

Email a resume and cover letter to eganet@rockfordbarbell.com.

The manager of fund development is responsible for the overall management and implementation of foundation and NISRA fund development strategies, fundraising events, and annual giving campaigns.

This role works cooperatively with the executive director and other staff in the research, development, and submission of grants and other funding applications to support organizational goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, parks and recreation, business or public administration, or a related field.
• Three years of full-time professional experience.
• Proven written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of fundraising practices and volunteer or committee management.

Salary range: $58,000–$69,000 annually.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance, including basic and voluntary additional coverage.
• IMRF defined benefit pension.
• 457 defined contribution plan.
• Paid time off, including sick, vacation, personal, and holiday leave.

The float coach is a full-time, in-person role that provides temporary coverage when positions are vacant or when additional support is needed across direct service programs. This position is cross-trained in multiple program models and adapts quickly to different teams, supervisors, and participant needs.

The float coach supports participants using the New Moms coaching approach while maintaining program expectations for the department assigned at any given time. The role has a primary supervisor and works closely with task supervisors depending on the assignment.

Work locations vary based on coverage assignment and include offices in Oak Park and the Austin and East Garfield Park neighborhoods of Chicago. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week.

• Provide temporary coaching coverage across family support, housing, job training, and parent education programs.
• Conduct assessments, develop service plans, and provide home- or office-based coaching.
• Deliver mental health case management, crisis prevention, and intervention as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams and community partners to support participant stability and goal achievement.
• Use digital coaching tools and case management systems to document services and maintain engagement.
• Facilitate workshops or group coaching sessions based on agency needs.
• Coordinate referrals, exit planning, and transitions back to primary coaches.
• Participate in cross-training and professional development across program areas.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field; or a bachelor’s degree in another field with two years of clinical or human services experience; or a high school diploma with five years of clinical or human services experience.
• Nonprofit direct service experience preferred.
• Experience using case management software preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High adaptability and comfort working across different program models.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft applications.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and insurance.
• Ability to complete and maintain Parents as Teachers certification, provided on the job.

Salary range: $49,000–$51,000, depending on qualifications.

• Medical insurance with generous employer contribution.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance, fully employer paid.
• Employee assistance program.
• Generous paid time off, 15 paid holidays, and half days on Fridays during the summer.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Pre-tax transportation benefits.
• Discounts on Bright Endeavors products.
• Free spiritual direction services.
• Free continuing education units and licensure support for eligible licensed staff.

Rock River Valley Blood Center offers a friendly, collaborative work environment where clinical laboratory skills directly support patient care and community health. As part of the mission to deliver safe, high-value blood products, the clinical lab scientist plays a critical role in ensuring product safety and quality.

Responsibilities include performing antibody workups, processing specimens, and conducting a variety of diagnostic laboratory tests with accuracy and precision. The clinical lab scientist reports and interprets test results, operates and maintains laboratory equipment, monitors quality control procedures, and ensures compliance with established standards.

This role also collaborates closely with other laboratory professionals to troubleshoot complex testing issues and support continuous quality improvement. Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and a commitment to excellence are essential to making a meaningful impact on patient care.

• MLS, MT, or CLS certification (or equivalent) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
• MLT candidates may be considered if actively pursuing MLS certification.
• Minimum of one year of clinical laboratory experience in moderate- to high-complexity testing.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical and judgment skills.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care and the mission of the blood center.

Starting pay range: $23–$27 per hour, based on experience.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid basic life insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Flexible spending account.
• Accident and critical illness protection plans.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee referral bonus.

To be considered, apply directly through the Rock River Valley Blood Center website.

Midway Village and Museum Center seeks an experienced business manager and accountant to oversee the organization’s financial and administrative operations.

Responsibilities include general ledger accounting, preparation of financial statements, management of temporarily restricted accounts, CPA audit preparation, payroll, budgeting, and accounts payable and receivable. The role also requires proficiency with QuickBooks and Excel.

Additional duties include oversight or coordination related to business insurance, human resources, contract negotiations, information technology, retail operations, and support for special events.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Three or more years of practical accounting experience.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience with QuickBooks preferred.

$45,000 to $59,000 annually.

Please send a resume to patrick.okeefe@midwayvillage.com.

Youth Outreach Services is seeking a dedicated clinical supervisor to support at-risk youth through high-quality clinical programming and staff leadership. This role provides clinical supervision, oversees program implementation and ensures compliance with contract requirements.

The clinical supervisor also builds community partnerships, develops referral sources and supports staff delivering individual, group and family counseling services.

Location: Chicago, IL 60634 (Austin and Central)

Schedule:

• Monday–Thursday: 12 p.m.–8 p.m.
• Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

• Provide clinical supervision to ensure quality service delivery.
• Oversee program implementation, evaluation and contract compliance.
• Develop community relationships and secure referral sources.
• Support staff providing individual, group and family counseling.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate documentation.

• Master’s degree in a related field required (LCSW, LCPC or LMFT).
• At least two years of supervisory experience preferred.
• At least two years of experience working with at-risk adolescents.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Proof of insurance required.

Salary: $65,000–$71,000 (based on experience)

Benefits for full-time employees include:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability options
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Mileage reimbursement (position-specific)
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

Please apply through the Youth Outreach Services website by submitting your resume and completing the required questionnaire.

Apply online for the clinical supervisor position

Youth Outreach Services is seeking a family therapist to provide intensive, strength-based therapy for youth ages 11–17 and their caregivers through the Multi-Systemic Therapy (MST) program. This role supports families in addressing serious behavioral concerns, including aggression, delinquency involvement, poor academic performance and other complex challenges.

Therapists provide 2–3 sessions per week in community-based settings such as the client’s home, school or other locations throughout Cook County. Small caseloads (four to six families) allow clinicians to dedicate significant time and attention to each family’s needs.

Therapists also collaborate with schools, DCFS, juvenile justice and other involved systems to ensure continuity of care and sustainable progress.

Location: Chicago (Cook County area)

Address: 3445 N. Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60634

Schedule: Varies based on client need. This is primarily a community-based position with some in-office time.

• Full training in the MST standard model and problematic sexual behavior adaptation
• Weekly consultation with an MST expert regarding case issues
• Weekly individual and group supervision
• Written feedback and professional development plans
• Quarterly booster trainings
• Excellent opportunity for new clinicians to develop clinical skills
• Quarterly staff appreciation outings and wellness events

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or marriage and family therapy preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required with relevant experience
• Valid driver’s license and daily access to a personal vehicle required
• Willingness to conduct sessions in homes and community locations throughout Cook County
• Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies as needed
• Experience or internship with at-risk youth and families preferred
• Bilingual Spanish is a plus

Salary: $55,000–$58,000 per year (based on experience and qualifications)

Signing bonus: $1,000

• $500 after 30 days of employment
• $500 after six months of employment

Full-time benefits include:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability options
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Mileage reimbursement (position-specific)
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

Please apply through the family therapist position posting by submitting your resume and completing the required questionnaire.

Youth Outreach Services is seeking a program manager to support its Juvenile Justice program at the Illinois Youth Center in Grafton, Illinois. Under the direction of the program director, this role supervises staff, assists with program development, and ensures successful implementation and evaluation of services.

The program manager is responsible for maintaining contract compliance, preparing reports, building community relationships, and securing referral sources. The goal of the program is to provide direct services to clients through individual, group and family counseling, community outreach and collaboration with partner agencies.

Location: Grafton, IL 62037 (Pere Marquette)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

• Master’s degree in a related field required for DCFS and counseling programs
• CADC or clinical licensure (LPC, LCPC, LSW or LCSW) required with a degree
• Bachelor’s degree accepted for prevention and Evening Reporting Center programs
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience
• Minimum of five years of experience working with at-risk adolescents in a related field

Starting salary: $60,000+ (based on qualifications and experience)

Full-time benefits include:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability options
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Mileage reimbursement (exclusive to position)
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

Youth Outreach Services is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer.

Please apply through the program manager posting by submitting your resume and completing the required questionnaire.