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