Service Coordinator (Part Time)

CJE SeniorLife; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick leave

Competitive pay

Retirement plan

Mission-driven org

Supportive team

Training & development

Employee discounts

EAP

Health club discounts

Job summary

CJE SeniorLife is seeking a Service Coordinator to support residents at Village Center and Swartzberg House. This hybrid, part‑time role (up to 24 hours/week) focuses on connecting older adults with essential services to promote independence and well‑being.

You will work with residents, families, housing management, and providers to assess needs and arrange support. Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in social work or gerontology, at least two years of related experience, and bilingual

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, gerontology, or related field required.
• At least 2 years of experience in a related role.
• Bilingual Russian and English fluency where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents within the first two weeks of residency to evaluate daily living activities and interests.
• Coordinate services such as homemaker, transportation, home-delivered meals, and personal care.
• Conduct reassessments at least annually and document changes in functioning.

Skills

Bilingual Russian and English

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or gerontology

Minimum 2 years of experience in related field

Job description

Agency Overview

CJE SeniorLife is a leading provider of services for older adults, dedicated to enhancing quality of life through compassionate care, innovation, and community engagement. Guided by our mission to support older adults in living with dignity, purpose, and connection, we provide a comprehensive range of programs and services that meet the evolving needs of the communities we serve.

Role Overview

As a Service Coordinator at Village Center and Swartzberg House, you will play a key role in supporting older adults by connecting them with essential services that promote independence, well-being, and quality of life. Working closely with residents, families, housing management, and community providers, you will assess individual needs, coordinate resources, and advocate for appropriate support services. This role combines relationship‑building, care coordination, and problem‑solving to ensure residents have access to the programs and assistance they need to thrive in a supportive housing environment.

This is a hybrid role.

What You'll Do

Essential Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments within the first two weeks of a new tenant's residency to determine individuals' ability to function with Activities of Daily Living, and to learn their interests.
• Arrange for other needed services, such as homemaker, transportation, home‑delivered meals, and personal care.
• Conduct at minimum annual reassessments.
• Document and report changes in residents' functioning.
• Work with residents and, at times, their families in meeting residents' needs.
• Work with discharge planners and rehabilitation programs for hospitalized residents.
• Provide residents with information on and referral to available government‑supported services (Nursing Home Services, Medicare/Medicaid Benefits, State Health Insurance Program, Medicaid Spend‑Down Program, Food Stamps, QMB, Circuit Breakers).
• Work with providers in socialization, education, and health‑related events.
• Serve as advocate when needed.

Compensation

$21.63 per hour; hourly, non‑exempt; part‑time: up to 24 hours per week.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, part‑time: up to 24 hours per week.

Union Status

Membership in Service Employees International Union Local 73 is an option.

Who You Are

Education

• At least a bachelor's degree in social work, gerontology, or a related field is required.

Experience

• At least 2 years of experience is required.

Other

• Bilingual Russian and English fluency where appropriate.

Impact

In this role, you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults by helping them access the services and support they need to live safely, independently, and with dignity. Your work will strengthen connections between residents and their communities, improve overall well‑being, and ensure individuals receive the right resources at the right time. By advocating for residents and fostering collaborative partnerships, you will directly contribute to a supportive, inclusive environment where every individual can thrive.

Benefits for Part‑time Roles

• Vacation and sick time off
• Competitive pay
• Retirement plan
• Opportunity to work in a mission‑driven organization
• Supportive team environmentOngoing training and development
• Employee purchase discounts
• Employee assistance program
• Health club discounts

Equal Opportunities for Everyone

CJE SeniorLife is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.