Ben Frank, MSW

Sr. Director of Wellness
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Ben Frank joined the NAMI Chicago team in August 2018, transitioning into his role of Sr. Director of Wellness in September 2020. He previously served as Education Coordinator, and Clinical Coordinator of the Helpline program.

Ben oversees wellness strategy for NAMI Chicago, ensuring that the organization builds an internal culture that promotes mental wellness in our team in a way that is consistent with the how we teach mental wellness to the community. Ben also oversees the Helpline and Recovery departments, and provides clinical advisement and expertise for all departments.

Ben started his career in mental health over 20 years ago, as a direct care worker in a group home for adolescent boys. Ben joined Riveredge Hospital in Forest Park as Director of Residential Services in 2009 as well as working with the Outpatient programs extensively.

Ben earned a Bachelor's of Science in English from Iowa State University and went on to earn a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Chicago. Ben lives out NAMI Chicago’s mission providing healing to our community and never giving up on those who come to us for support. Ben finds great fulfillment in helping people find hope.