Field-Based Care Coordinator — Elder & Community Support

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago seeks a Care Coordinator to perform timely assessments, develop comprehensive care plans, and provide ongoing case management for elderly and frail clients in community settings.

Responsibilities include coordinating referrals, maintaining client files, and collaborating with internal teams. The role requires independent travel across assigned communities and a commitment to continuous learning to support high-quality client care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in a related field of study.
• Excellent organization, time management, and ability to maintain confidential client material.
• Strong communication, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Data entry skills and CP software knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Engage and assess complex needs of elderly and frail clients in community settings.
• Gather information, develop care plans and connect clients to resources.
• Conduct assessments for new and existing participants within timelines and provide case management.
• Maintain up-to-date client files and documentation; ensure confidentiality.
• Collaborate with internal teams and travel within assigned communities.
• Engage in ongoing learning to improve performance.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Data entry

CP software

Education

Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in related field

Tools

CP software

Job description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago seeks a Care Coordinator to perform timely assessments, develop comprehensive care plans, and provide ongoing case management for elderly and frail clients in community settings.

Responsibilities include coordinating referrals, maintaining client files, and collaborating with internal teams. The role requires independent travel across assigned communities and a commitment to continuous learning to support high-quality client care.