Health Specialist Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Health Specialist make in Chicago, IL? The average Health Specialist salary in Chicago, IL is $82,197 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $71,409 and $94,403. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Mental Health Specialist or Rehab. Specialist - Intensive OP

Gardner Health Services - San Jose , CA

Gardner Health Services is currently recruiting to fill three (3) Mental Health Specialist or Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist positions. Placement into the the appropriate position and salary ...

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Behavioral Health Specialist III - (Spanish Bilingual/Riverside)

County of Riverside, CA - Riverside , CA

The Behavioral Health Specialist III will be expected to use motivational enhanced techniques when performing multidimensional Substance Use screenings with clients. The incumbents for these ...

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Environmental Health Specialist I or II, DOQ

Whatcom County, WA - Bellingham , WA

Whatcom County has a vacancy in the position of Environmental Health Specialist I or II (DOQ). The initial assignment is in the Food Safety program. If you have a Bachelors of Science in ...

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Community Health Specialist - Good Shepherd Village

Catholic Charities - Portland , OR

#RSC-037 - Community Health Specialist - Good Shepherd Village Department: Supportive Services Program Employment Type: Full Time (40hrs/wk.); Non-Exempt Reports to: Resident & PSH Services Manager ...

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Mental Health Specialist

SIMPLE SOLUTIONS PSYCHOTHERAPY - Rancho Cucamonga , CA

Health insurance * Opportunity for advancement * Paid time off A mental health specialist will assist in running mental health programs based on contract availability. Examples of contracts are ...

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Mental Health Specialist

TEEMA Group - Inglewood , CA

Mental Health Specialist - TEEMA Group, Inglewood, CA, USA The Mental Health Specialist will be responsible for providing mental health services to individuals and families in need. The successful ...

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What does a Health Specialist do?

Common responsibilities of a Health Specialist

Attends appropriate community meetings for the purpose of networking and identifying appropriate resources for Head Start children and families.

October 04, 2022

Works other program specialists to ensure that health, nutrition, mental health/disabilities, and social services are incorporated into the planned classroom activities.

May 16, 2023

Demonstrates ability to work in multiple databases, navigate within electronic medical records, and assess compliance with quality metrics.

September 19, 2022

Developing and supporting policies, programs and procedures designed to inform management, supervisors and employees of potential hazardous exposures, applicable directives, regulations, codes and guidelines to improve safety conditions.

September 27, 2022

Assisting with inspections ensuring conformity with safety, occupational health and environmental compliance, documenting deficiencies and participating in corrective action plan development based on these findings.

February 22, 2023

Maintains knowledge to identify types of medications commonly prescribed for patient group and the common side effects and adverse reactions of the medications.

April 12, 2023

Participate as a designee in meetings, special projects, or special functions as appointed, representing the department in a professional and courteous manner.

April 15, 2023

Requires a Bachelors Degree in a behavioral health related field ORHigh School diploma or equivalent with 1 year of direct patient care in an inpatient behavioral health setting.

April 23, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Health Specialist in Chicago, IL

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94403

82197

Average Total Cash Compensation

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98726

85329

What is the average salary for Health Specialist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Health Specialist in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Health Specialist ranges from $71,409 to $94,403 with the average base salary of $82,197. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $73,204 to $98,726 with the average total cash compensation of $85,329.

View Average Salary for Health Specialist as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$82,197	$71,409 - $94,403
Bonus	$3,132	$1,795 - $4,323
Total Pay	$85,329	$73,204 - $98,726

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Health Specialist Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,810 - $94,934	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,810 - $94,934	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,729 - $94,826	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,783 - $94,898	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,783 - $94,898	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $70,176 - $92,773	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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