Chapin Hall

Aspiring work

With each project we pursue, we assemble a team uniquely suited to meet the challenge of the work. These teams include subject matter experts in child well-being and public policy, as well as those with expertise in data management, IT, communications, and administrative functions.

Chapin Hall is a learning organization. We are committed to applying research to policy and practice. And we are committed to examining the effectiveness of our work and changing course when needed to have a greater impact.

Commitment to equity

Chapin Hall proactively looks for the leadership and involvement of people of color in every phase of our work—from enhancing ways to recruit and retain staff of color, to how we bring equity forward into our research and policy design and how we support the use of evidence and implementation of policy with our government partners.

Additionally, in 2022, Chapin Hall welcomed its first three Equity First fellows. These fellows have expertise in racial inequity, child well-being, public systems transformation, and community change. Through this effort, we seek to build in the perspectives of those whose life experiences directly or more closely match those whose lives we seek to support.

Supportive environment

As a research center dedicated to improving child and family well-being, Chapin Hall believes policies and systems should provide children, youth, and parents the resources they need to thrive. That’s not just in jurisdictions where we work; this starts within our organization.

Chapin Hall applies the same evidence and equity lens used in our research and policy work to provide an employee benefits package that helps you flourish within our organization.

Some of our benefits include:

A Work from Anywhere Policy

• Chapin Hall was founded in Chicago, but our staff work from across the country. We believe that inclusivity is the strongest foundation for impactful research and policy. Our fully remote operation underscores our commitment to flexibility, work-life balance, and to tapping into diverse talents from across the country. For our partners, it means greater access to experts who are where they are and who understand their unique operational climate. Our strong research technology capacity helps staff do their job from wherever works best for them. 
• Chapin Hall’s Habitat Committee organizes regular social events online and in person to build community. Monthly themed happy hours, summer picnics, and winter ice skating are among the many activities throughout the year.
• Staff members have paid professional development opportunities every year to support their career growth.

12-Week Paid Parental Leave

• We understand the importance of family, and we’re proud to offer a 12-week Paid Parental Leave that extends to all parents for birth, adoption, court-ordered custody placement, or surrogacy. We want staff to have the time and support to create meaningful bonds with their new addition.

Generous Time Off, Retirement Match, and Comprehensive Health Insurance Plans

• Staff well-being matters to us. That’s why we provide generous time off, a robust retirement match program, and comprehensive health insurance plans, ensuring employees have the resources to maintain a healthy work-life balance to plan for the future, and to prioritize holistic well-being. Explore all our benefit offerings on the What We Offer page.

With a commitment to career growth and work-life balance within a supportive environment, Chapin Hall empowers people to thrive both professionally and personally. Come join the Chapin Hall team and make an impact!