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The fun doesn't stop after the bell. Students can join in clubs and learn new recipes, drawing skills, play games with classmates and so much more! After School Programs Art Club The Art Program focuses on perfecting students craft around a variety of projects and freestyle days. We also watch anime to influence and inspire our projects. Culinary Club Demia Fisher Culinary Club is a student-driven cooking apprenticeship provided to expose teens to a home and commercial kitchen environment. The students learn the art of food preparation, cooking techniques, and presentation. They get to plan, prepare, cook, and present a full course meal. Gaming Club Santiago Duran Do you like games? Well, this is the place for you! We play video games, board games, card games and whatever other games there are to play. Music Studio The Music Studio is a music club where students get instructions on how to play instruments, use equipment and create good music. Our recording booth allows students to record their work and express themselves. FiTT Club Get FiTT is a club designed to teach students about health and fitness. We invited the students to try various types of workouts that include aerobics, yoga, and outdoor sports. Nail Tech Club Students meet and work on both live and model hands on the proper techniques and practices of the nail industry. We have now partnered with a local small business owner to help mentor/coach students through the process of providing quality manicures with or without acrylic. Related Content High School Staff Learn More Curriculum Learn More Mentoring Program Learn More Family Literacy Program Learn More

Dulce is a bilingual mental health counselor with a Bachelor's in Psychology from Rutgers University and a Master's in Community Counseling from Argosy University. < Back Dulce Escano MA, QMHP As Clinical Assessor, Dulce provides intake and therapy services to adults, adolescents, and children in the Counseling program. She is a bilingual mental health counselor with a Bachelor's in Psychology from Rutgers University and a Master's in Community Counseling from Argosy University. Dulce has worked for more than a decade with multi-ethnic, multi-generational populations and individuals struggling with chronic mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and significant medical conditions.

Mental health is just as important as physical. Our bilingual counselors work with people of all ages and cultures to navigate life's challenges. Mental Health Counseling How We Help We work with people of all ages and cultures in individual, family, and group therapy to gain clarity, learn new skills, and navigate life's challenges. Our services can help with: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eclectic Therapy Emotionally Focused Therapy Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Expressive Arts Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Person-Centered Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Relational Therapy Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Strengths-based Therapy Our Approach "A few years ago I struggled to get out of bed, had no self-esteem, was lashing out at people, and used alcohol as my coping mechanism. Now I am more optimistic and know how to handle both my good days, and bad days. I've learned how to incorporate new techniques to reduce my feelings of depression." - Program Participant Family & Relationships Parenting Family Conflict Relationship Issues Pre-marital Counseling Marital Conflict Domestic Abuse Behavior Behavioral Issues Developmental Disorders Impulse Control Disorders Mood Disorders Trauma PTSD Life Stress Anger Management Self-Esteem School Issues Work Issues Transitions Grief and Loss Gender and Sexuality Some of the approaches and specializations we are able to offer include: Our Therapists Our Therapists You can trust our therapists to identify the right type of support at the right time. Our therapists are trauma-informed and culturally affirming. Whether you have had therapy in the past or are seeking services for the first time, we are here for you. Meet our therapists: Monica Gonzalez Coming soon... Read More Yessenia De La O Coming soon... Read More Nydia Gonzalez (she/her) Nydia is a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master’s in Forensic Psychology. Read More Dulce Escano Dulce is a bilingual mental health counselor with a Bachelor's in Psychology from Rutgers University and a Master's in Community Counseling from Argosy University. Read More Eligibility & Costs Many participants receive services through Medicaid. Association House is also an in-network provider for Blue Cross / Blue Shield PPO and accepts self-pay. If we are out-of-network for your insurance company, we are happy to provide you with a statement so that you can ask them to reimburse you for some of your costs. For self-pay, a sliding scale fee is available for those who qualify. 98% of counseling participants avoided psychiatric hospitalization and 89% increased or sustained functioning after six months of treatment. How To Get Started If you’re ready to take the next step, our team is ready to help. Here are two ways to get started: For M edicaid: 773-772-8009 ext. 6721 After receiving your initial inquiry, we will work with you to understand your goals, match you with a therapist and set your first appointment. Contact Like what you see? Get in touch to learn more. First Name Last Name Email Message Send Related Programs Psychosocial Rehabilitation Learn More Developmental Disabilities Learn More Drop-In Center Learn More

Responsible for revenue cycle management of the Behavioral Health Division and supervision of the billing and reception team. Implements training, monitoring, and evaluation activities that ensure compliance with agency protocols, Medicaid and other payers, and accreditation entities. Ensures accurate and timely entry of community-based mental health, substance treatment, I/DD, and physician billing. Analyzes trends and implements procedures that bring claims and any denials to efficient resolution. Works in partnership with programs to provide training, make claim corrections, submit registration and discharge information, and maintain up-to-date insurance eligibility, authorizations, and self-payments. Communicates with agency, DHS, HFS, MCO, and relevant external entities to identify and resolve issues related to the revenue cycle. Maintains accurate records to support each stage of the billing cycle and generates reports to substantiate these steps. Works in close collaboration with the Accounting department to ensure continuous reconciliation of payments. The annual salary range for this position is $53,000 to $57,000. < Back Billing Manager – Behavioral Health Apply Now Job Type Full Time About the Role Responsible for revenue cycle management of the Behavioral Health Division and supervision of the billing and reception team. Implements training, monitoring, and evaluation activities that ensure compliance with agency protocols, Medicaid and other payers, and accreditation entities. Ensures accurate and timely entry of community-based mental health, substance treatment, I/DD, and physician billing. Analyzes trends and implements procedures that bring claims and any denials to efficient resolution. Works in partnership with programs to provide training, make claim corrections, submit registration and discharge information, and maintain up-to-date insurance eligibility, authorizations, and self-payments. Communicates with agency, DHS, HFS, MCO, and relevant external entities to identify and resolve issues related to the revenue cycle. Maintains accurate records to support each stage of the billing cycle and generates reports to substantiate these steps. Works in close collaboration with the Accounting department to ensure continuous reconciliation of payments. The annual salary range for this position is $53,000 to $57,000. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred) or AA in related field + advanced certificate of training. Minimum of 2 years in a related supervisory role. Minimum of 2 years of experience in an administrative, finance, or billing-related role, preferably in a social service setting. Experience using electronic records, multiple softwares, and/ or billing software preferred. Must be able to master all computer software applications to both utilize and train others on effective implementation Equal Opportunity Employer Association House of Chicago does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital status, pregnancy, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service and any other classification protected by local, State, or Federal law. Application Instructions Please email Yvonne Rodriguez, Human Resources Coordinator with your resume and cover letter directly at yrodriguez@associationhouse.org .

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< Back Tenoch Ang tang@associationhouse.org Lead Culinary Training Facilitator What education or prior experiences do you have related to workforce development? I graduated with an Associate Degree in Culinary Education and a Bachelor's degree in Commerce. I have over 30 years of experience working in the culinary field in many places such as the Salvation Army, Calphalon Culinary Center, Illinois Institute of Arts, and more. What about your work inspires you? Since I was 18, I have loved to cook, bake, and travel exploring the food of the world. Through cooking, I want to be able to be of service to the community. I love to teach and share my experiences to people who don't have the financial resources to take up culinary. What's a fun fact about yourself? I love learning different languages. I speak Chinese Mandarin, Chinese Taiwanese, Chinese Fookien, Pilipino or Tagalog, English and am currently honing my Spanish. I was a professional Folkloric Dancer when I was in college, and a martial artist with a specialization on jitkundo. During my free time or weekends, I explore the food of new restaurants. My favorite dish is paella. Related Content BankWork$ Learn More NextJob Learn More Tech#Ready Learn More

< All Staff Mrs. Maribel Ortega-Vazquez mortega@associationhouse.org Compass Mentor, Academic Advisor & Department of Student Support Services Coordinator How long have you been apart of the High School team? I have been working at AHHS for 20 years. What inspires you as a mentor? While I was a student in college I always had a mentor always show up for me, always supporting me, and always advocating for me. I want to follow in my mentors footsteps and be there for someone else. What is one fun fact about yourself? I currently love to play Pokémon. Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Programs Learn More Curriculum Learn More

< Back Jacqleen Musarra Vice President of Operations As the Vice President of Operations, Jacqleen partners with our teams to drive transformative program delivery and embed the mission and vision of our agency at every level of engagement. Jacqleen is thrilled to return to the House after previously supporting our teams as the Director of PQI last in 2011. A counselor by training, her commitment to providing exemplary care is rooted in cultivating meaningful consumer, family, and employee experiences. Jacqleen most recently held roles as the Director of Community Outreach within Medicaid-managed care and Director of Hospital Relations at a critical care hospital and ER. Jacqleen's passion for advocacy has provided opportunities to facilitate collaborations within the community to positively influence health outcomes. Jacqleen uses each of her experiences to leverage her critical understanding of the intersection of factors that influence health while cultivating relationships to drive diverse and inclusive culture. Jacqleen was awarded the "Courage to Change" recognition at Aetna for developing peer recovery roles within the managed care framework.

< Back Margarita Rosas Chief Financial Officer Margarita Rosas (she/her) serves as Chief Financial Officer. Reporting directly to the President, Margarita collaborates with the other members of the leadership team, as well as the Board of Directors, to support the financial goals of the organization managing a $17M budget. Margarita brings 20 years of experience in process improvement, systems design, project management, strategic financial planning, monitoring and evaluation, public finance & policy planning across various organizations at the local, national, and international level. Before joining Association House, Rosas served as the Director of Finance with New York Sun Works, driving financial functions and performance. In her five years, Rosas was instrumental in expanding the organization from 90 to over 400 school partners, impacting 120,000+ students annually. Born and raised in Colombia, Margarita has been an international consultant for the International Monetary Fund, deputy director for social investments with the Colombian national government, and Founder of New Life for Everyone, a foundation that supports educational opportunities for over 400 children in marginalized communities in Bogotá. Margarita holds a Master’s of Public Administration from Cornell University, a Master’s in Regional Planning with an emphasis in Local Economic Development, and a dual BA/BS in Business Administration and Economics, both from Universidad de Los Andes. As a Latina, an immigrant, and a mother of a child with disabilities, Margarita feels strongly connected to Association House’s mission for inclusion and creating opportunities for marginalized communities.

< All Staff Ms. Amiracle Harris Substitute LB1 Teacher - Diverse Learner's Department What inspires you as an educator? As a kid, I learned differently, so I figured I could be a change and a positive inspiration for kids who are in special education. Changing one mind at a time! What's a fun fact about you? I'm a chef! Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Programs Learn More Curriculum Learn More

Food preparation certification and culinary training for employment as a chef or cook. Stipends available and open to returning justice-involved citizens. Association House Kitchen What We Do Association House Kitchen is a fast-paced, 8-week pre-apprenticeship food preparation training and subsidized employment program for returning and justice-involved citizens designed to equip graduates for positions in professional kitchens. Still deciding if a culinary career is right for you? Culinary Fundamentals is a shorter, 4-week course designed for individuals who want to try out the field before committing to a longer program. Participants learn basic kitchen skills, food safety, and what it’s like to work in a professional kitchen. This course helps you build confidence, explore your interests, and decide your next step—whether that’s moving into our pre-apprenticeship program or starting an entry-level job in food service. Kitchen Skills In this program you'll learn: Industry standards and expectations Culinary terminology Classical knife skills Proper food preparation Techniques for maximum yield Use of most common professional kitchen tools and equipment Graduates will also earn their ServSafe Illinois Food Handler certificate. Personal Growth Our unique approach pairs culinary training with critical reflection through Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT). MRT is highly-effective in creating a positive identity, improving decision-making, and helping individuals recognize the social consequences of actions. Participants will receive two MRT sessions weekly during the program and for 4-6 weeks following graduation. How We Are Different In addition to hands-on training , our Culinary Pre-Apprenticeship Program provides one-on-one support and wraparound services to help you successfully transition into registered apprenticeships and employment after the program. Participants have access to an Income Support Specialist, Case Managers, a Career Navigator, Mental Health Counselors, and more. We take the time to get to know you, support your goals, and invest in you as a whole person so you’re prepared for what comes next. Eligibility & Enrollment These programs are currently open to City of Chicago residents who are returning citizens or justice involved individuals with non-violent offenses. For consideration, complete the form below. Contact: 773-772-7170 ext. 1050 Culinary Pre-Apprenticeship Program: Current Class Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30am-1:30pm Class Format: 2-Month Program, 5 Hour Class, and in-person. New cohorts begin every 3 months! Culinary Fundamentals Program: Current Class Schedule: Tuesday through Friday, 3-6pm Class Format: 4-Week Program, 3 Hour Class, and in-person. New cohorts begin every 3 months! Related Content NextJob Learn More Workforce Staff Learn More

< All Staff Ms. Michelle Greene mgreene@associationhouse.org FLP Supervisor How long have you been a supervisor? I have worked here as the supervisor since October 2021 but I've worked with children and in a school setting since 2016. What inspires you in your position? What inspires me is knowing that my job takes away one of the many barriers that come along with being a teen parent while trying to finish school. I love being able to provide parents with resources that they aren't always aware is available to them and help them realize they are their child's first teacher. What is one fun fact about yourself? I'd like to think I'm a professional at Karaoke. Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Programs Learn More Curriculum Learn More