Senior Care Coordinator, Therapeutic Services

Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago is seeking a Senior Care Coordinator to oversee up to 30 community mental health clients. This role involves providing quality patient-centered care, managing caseloads, and collaborating with other team members.

Candidates should have a degree in a related field and 2-5 years of relevant experience. Preferred qualifications include advanced degrees, clinical licenses, and familiarity with Chicago social service resources. Health and retirement benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-5 years of work experience in related job discipline.
• Experience providing services for people with HIV and/or HCV preferred.
• Knowledge of Chicago social service resources is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of up to 30 mental health clients.
• Develop engagement resources for mental health services.
• Conduct literature reviews and assist in writing reports.

Skills

Client counseling

Data collection

Research project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

College or university degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Excel, Access, Word)

Job description

Job Summary

In this role, the Senior Care Coordinator, Therapeutic Services is responsible for delivering quality, patient-centered care for individuals seeking mental health/therapeutic services. They will oversee a caseload of up to 30 community members. This is in collaboration with and under the supervision of the Assistant Care Manager, Therapeutic Services. This candidate will be part of the Supportive Services team. This position is grant funded.

Responsibilities

• Hold a caseload of up to 30 mental health clients, providing 1:1 counseling services, completing notes, etc.
• Follow fidelity monitoring protocols in data collection and documentation in Apricot.
• Develop and implement engagement resources for mental health services.
• Provide drop in mental health services.
• Apply research principles and relevant subject matter knowledge to administer a research project. With a moderate level of direction, manage lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. Help develop, design and conduct research projects according to plan.
• Support data collection and analytical needs of research projects. Conduct literature reviews and help write reports and manuscripts. Ensure project compliance with different policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
• Perform other related work as needed.

Education

Minimum qualifications include a college or university degree in a related field. (Required)

Work Experience

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2‑5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree.
• Clinical License (LCPC, LCSW, etc.).
• Experience working with and/or providing care to LGBT populations, Black and Latino community members.
• Experience providing services for people with HIV and/or HCV.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Access and Word.
• Effective leadership and teaching skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Chicago social service resources.
• Knowledge of program subject matter.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility.
• Creativity.
• Ability to manage stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability and/or willingness to provide HIV/STI treatment, education, and prevention in non‑traditional settings.
• Written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects.

Benefits

Benefits Eligible: Yes. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Other Job Details

• Job Family: Research
• Role Impact: Individual Contributor
• Weekly Hours: 40
• Drug Test Required: No
• Health Screen Required: No
• Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required: No
• Pay Rate Type: Salary
• Pay Range: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00
• FLSA Status: Exempt

EEO Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Background Check

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case‑by‑case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.