Request for Proposals (RFP) Trauma Support Service Providers

POSITION OVERVIEW ART INC is seeking qualified independent contractors and service providers to provide trauma-informed support services, behavioral health services, wellness programming, case support, mentoring, and clinical counseling services for youth, families, and community members participating in ART INC programming. This Request for Proposals (RFP) is part of ART INC’s competitive procurement process and contractor selection procedures. Selected providers will support violence prevention, youth development, intervention services, crisis response, and community stabilization efforts through trauma-informed engagement. SERVICES BEING SOLICITED ART INC is seeking proposals for one or more of the following service areas: Trauma & Clinical Services Individual counseling Family counseling Group therapy Crisis intervention Trauma-informed therapy Victim support services Behavioral health assessments Wellness and healing circles TARGET POPULATION Services may be provided to: Youth ages 6–24 High-risk youth Victims of violence Justice-impacted individuals Families in crisis Community members impacted by trauma CONTRACT TERM Proposed contract periods may include: Short-term project contracts Monthly service agreements Fiscal year agreements Grant-funded service periods Contracts are contingent upon: Funding availability Program needs Compliance approval Performance monitoring COMPENSATION Compensation structures may include: Hourly rates Per-session rates Group facilitation rates Monthly retainers Deliverable-based agreements Rates must be competitive, reasonable, and aligned with grant budgets and procurement requirements. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants should possess : Relevant education and/or certifications Demonstrated experience working with youth or trauma-impacted populations Strong communication and documentation skills Experience in community-based services preferred Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams Clinical Providers Must Also Have: Active Illinois licensure Professional liability insurance Trauma-informed care experience Good standing with licensing board SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS Please submit all proposal materials through the BambooHR application portal or by instructions listed in the posting. Applications must include all required attachments to be considered. Incomplete submissions may be disqualified. DEADLINE Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled or funding allocations are met. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement: At ART Inc we are committed to providing a fair and welcoming environment for everyone that enters our building, works in our employment, or participates in our programs within the parameters of the law