Senior Care Coordinator, Therapeutic Services

University of Chicago; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The University Of Chicago is seeking a Senior Care Coordinator for its Therapeutic Services to deliver patient-centered care and manage up to 30 community mental health clients.

This role collaborates closely with the Supportive Services team and involves responsibilities in data collection and research project support. Requires a college degree and 2-5 years of relevant experience.

Position offers a salary range of $60,000 - $80,000 with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Experience working with LGBT populations and the Black and Latino communities.
• Clinical license (LCPC, LCSW, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a caseload of up to 30 community members.
• Provide 1:1 counseling services and complete documentation.
• Support data collection and compliance for research projects.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Counseling

Data collection

Research principles

Knowledge of social service resources

Education

College or university degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Excel, Access, Word)

Job description

## Senior Care Coordinator, Therapeutic ServicesApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Illinois: Chicagotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR34032**Department**BSD MED - Infectious Diseases - Chicago Center HIV Elimination - Supportive Services**About the Department**The Chicago Center of HIV Elimination, embedded within the University of Chicago's main campus in Hyde Park, is located in Chicago's HIV epicenter. Of the 20 neighborhoods in the city with high annual HIV diagnosis rates (greater than 40 per 100,000), 13 of them are no more than eight miles from the University of Chicago. This area includes 4 of the 6 communities with the highest annual diagnosis rates in the city (Washington Park, West Englewood, Greater Grand Crossing and South Shore). Our position within the hardest hit neighborhoods in Chicago provides unique opportunities to advance HIV testing and prevention interventions locally, providing tangible results to those most affected and to improve the lives of those living with and without HIV infection. CCHE seeks to eliminate new HIV transmission events over the next 30 years (from 2011 to 2041) by using network science to target and integrate prevention as well as create structural and community-specific interventions.**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.* Applies research principles and relevant subject matter knowledge relevant to administer a research project. With a moderate level of direction, manages lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. Helps develop, design and conduct research projects according to plan.* Supports data collection and analytical needs of research projects. Conducts literature reviews and helps write reports and manuscripts. Ensures project compliance with different policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.* Performs other related work as needed.**Minimum Qualifications****Education:**Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. (Required)**Work Experience:**Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.**Certifications:****---****Preferred Qualifications****Education:*** Advanced degree.* Clinical License (LCPC, LCSW, etc.).**Experience:*** 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.**Technical Skills or Knowledge:*** Proficiency in Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Access and Word.**Preferred Competencies*** 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.**Application Documents*** Resume (required)* Cover Letter (required)The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions. When applying, the document(s) **MUST** be uploaded via the **My Experience** page, in the section titled **Application Documents** of the application.**Job Family**Research**Role Impact**Individual Contributor**Scheduled** **Weekly Hours**40**Drug Test Required**No**Health Screen Required**No**Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required**No**Pay Rate Type**Salary **FLSA Status**Exempt **Pay Range**$60,000.00 - $80,000.00The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.**Benefits Eligible**YesThe 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.**Posting 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. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. 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. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.