Healing Chicagoland
Careers that Care
In the heart of Chicagoland, health care professionals are not just healing bodies, but also communities. Dive into a sector that values both skill and heart, offering opportunities to make a tangible difference every day.
Build a Rewarding Career in Health Care
Join Chicagoland's Largest Workforce Sector and Make a Lasting Impact on Community Health
Jobs in the health care sector improve the health of community members in various ways, and with a workforce of more than 400,000 individuals, it is the largest private workforce sector in our region. Whether providing care in a clinical setting or out in the community, advocating for patient’s needs, or connecting people to resources or mental health support, many types of professions make up this growing sector. That’s why, with the help of the Good Jobs Chicagoland, we are building career pathways for nurses, community health workers, doulas, midwives, substance abuse recovery workers, EMTs, paramedics, and medical assistants to strengthen the health workforce. Through these programs, participants will receive the training and support they need to succeed and be connected to employers actively hiring for these in-demand roles, opening a doorway to a vibrant career in the health sector.
Career Opportunities
Nursing, Community Health, Reproductive Health, Behavioral Health, Crisis Response, Medical Assistant
In-Demand Positions
Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Associate’s degree Nurse, Community Health Worker, HIV Educator, Care Coordinator, Full-Spectrum Doula, Birth Doula, Post-partum Doula, Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Certified Recovery Support Specialist, Certified Professional Midwife, Emergency Medical Technician – Basic, Paramedic, Community Health EMT, Medical Assistant.
Employer-Partners Ready to Hire
Saint Anthony’s Hospital, Chicago Volunteer Doulas, Melanated Midwives, Sokana Collective, Chicago Family Doulas, Gifted Hands International, Human Resource Development Agency, City of Chicago Office of Community Safety, Esperanza Health Center, Alivio Health Center, Friend Health, Hamdard Health Alliance, IWS Family Health, Near North Health, PrimeCare Health, Tapestry 360 Health, TCA Health, Rush Health, Loyola Medicine, UI Health, UChicago Medicine, Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago.
Compensation
Wages can range from $14.11/hr to $44.20/hr plus benefits
Average salaries range from $42,662 to $78,300 plus benefits
Chicagolands’ Health Care Champions
Meet the esteemed partners driving our mission forward
Chicagoland's Health Care Horizon
A Hub of Growth and Opportunity
The health care sector in Chicagoland is not just growing; it's thriving with innovation and opportunities. As the demand for health care professionals surges, Good Jobs Chicagoland is here to connect talent with the future of health care excellence.
Technology Meets Health Care
Chicagoland at the Forefront of Medical Innovation
Chicagoland is a leader in integrating cutting-edge technology with health care, creating a surge in tech-based health roles.
Rising Demand for Healthcare Workers
Chicagoland's Growing Health Care Needs
Chicagoland's health care industry is rapidly expanding, with an increasing demand for skilled professionals in various health-related fields.
Diversity in Focus
A Spectrum of Opportunities in Chicagoland’s Health Care Sector
The health care sector in Chicagoland offers a diverse range of career paths, from patient care to health administration and medical research.
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