Hiring Department
: Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC)
Location
: Springfield, IL USA
Requisition ID
: 1036718
FTE
: 1
Work Schedule
: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Shift
: Days
# of Positions
: 1
Workplace Type
: Hybrid
Posting Close Date
: 9/9/2025
Salary Range (commensurate with experience):
$73,000.00 - 82,000.00 / Annual Salary
About The University Of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.Position SummaryPrimary responsibility is the management of Pediatric Palliative Care Program (PPCP) in planning, directing, monitoring and supervising the DSCC Pediatric Palliative Care Program team. Recommend, develop, and implement Palliative Care Program activities.Provide direct supervision, consultation and training to assigned Pediatric Palliative Care Program Team staff.Duties & Responsibilities
- 1) Plans, directs and coordinates the Pediatric Palliative Care Program operations for the provision of services for DSCC PPCP participants in compliance with DSCC and HFS Policies and Procedures. a. Monitor and implements a system for assuring the provision of agency required services. b. Analyzes and adjusts workload and workflow processes for optimal efficiency. c. Reviews compliance with policies and procedures through a quality assurance process. d. Facilitates the flow of communication throughout the assigned area of responsibility to enhance staff and agency effectiveness. e. Reviews PPCP applications prepared by PPCP team staff for compliance with PPCP policy and procedures and state & federal regulations. f. Manages the review of assessments including preliminary assessment of eligibility for PPCP participants. g. Oversees and provides assistance with PPCP services to families potentially eligible for the PPCP program.
- 2) Administers personnel operations for the PPCP staff in accordance with University of Illinois Policy and Rules, SUCCS Statute and Rules, and DSCC personnel guidelines. a. Evaluates and manages the staffing needs of the team. b. Coordinates and implements PPCP staff development and training. c. Conducts hiring and provides training and ongoing supervision and evaluation of Program staff. d. Manage day to day operations and reporting
- 3) Promotes interagency cooperation and a network of integrated services. a. Identifies and coordinates the recruitment, development and liaison activities with DSCC providers/vendors and community resources. b. Engages with HFS and DHS staff to secure services for participants. c. Engages the PPCP staff in interagency initiatives. d. Assist the PPCP team staff in developing and maintaining relationships with community partners.
- 4) Promotes intra-agency collaboration. a. Serves on DSCC committees. b. Provides management input regarding DSCC programs and policies. c. Manages special projects related to the PPCP team as directed by DSCC leadership.
- 5) Performs additional duties as assigned._x000d_
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a field related to the position.
- Five years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience.
(NOTE: A Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.)
Qualified applicants must also meet one of the credentials below:
- A registered nurse
- A Child Life Specialist certified through the Child Life Council; or
- An individual possessing a Master's or Doctoral degree in counseling and guidance, rehabilitation counseling,social work, psychology, pastoral counseling, family therapy, or a related field who has successfully completed 1,000 hours of practicum
and/or internship under clinical and educational supervision.
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