Warehouse Worker Jobs in Chicago, IL

Future opportunity for an Inside Sales Specialist position. While this role is not currently open, we are always looking to connect with talented professionals like yourself for upcoming opportunities.

As a member of our global brokerage team, you'll help our clients address risk, protect assets and recover from losses. Our Inside Sales Specialists utilize a consultative approach to their commercial insurance knowledge and sales skills. Their primary role is to advise the customer on their risk exposure and available coverage options to best protect their livelihoods while promoting Gallagher relationships and services.

We supply the leads, and we are looking for sales professionals who can provide consultative reviews and give our Small Business prospects the confidence to place their coverage with Gallagher today and in the future!

Work with provided resources to achieve goals by selling valued insurance products and services to clients. Build proven relationships with Producers, Vendors, to grow referrals and lead opportunities. Strong performance through generating organic new business growth to achieve individual performance goals. Using solid comprehension of insurance, and present solutions to client's on products and services, so clients can achieve their goals. Cross-sell other products and referring prospects to appropriate coverages based on discovery. Respond to incoming sales calls and leads no cold calling. Ability to work in a high volume lead environment while maintaining desk and system organization. Compile and organize all client information necessary to process new business. Support new business by following up on leads in a timely manner. Inside sales specialist is responsible with quoting, binding, and issuing policies.

High school diploma. One or more years of Small Business Inside Sales experience in Insurance. Active P&C license in good standing. Work Traits: Highly motivated by an uncapped commission model. High volume opportunities require strong organizational skillset. Ability to learn and thrive within systems. Should possess strong written and verbal communication. Excellent written and telephone etiquette including customer service and sales skills, professionalism and tact. Ability to be resourceful, take initiative, solve problems and offer solutions. Works well with others in a fast-paced environment and be responsive to co-workers, colleagues and clients. Excellent time management skills.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you'll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one! Life and accident insurance 401(K) and Roth options Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA) Educational expense reimbursement Paid parental leave Other benefits include: Digital mental health services (Talkspace) Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function) Training programs Gallagher Thrive program elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing Charitable matching gift program And more...

The benefits summary above applies to fulltime positions. If you are not applying for a fulltime position, details about benefits will be provided during the selection process.

We value inclusion and diversity. Gallagher embraces our employees' diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Experience the SYNERGY HomeCare difference, where we are united under one purpose, to bring wholehearted, life-energizing care to as many people as possible - on their own terms, in their own homes. And that starts with compassionate, care-minded people like YOU! When you join the SYNERGY HomeCare team as a CNA, you will feel appreciated, recognized, and rewarded for the comforting, life-affirming care that comes right from your heart! Our promise to our clients is to bring full support for fuller lives and to elevate their confidence knowing they have a certified nursing assistant like you by their side.

Do you:

• Enjoy serving others?
• Have a big heart with a lot of love to share?
• Take charge with a warm smile?

We always have an opening for CNAs who can answer yes to these questions. At SYNERGY Homecare we create a world of care at home for all, which means you will have the opportunity to care for a wide variety of people; spanning all ages and all abilities. We are seeking certified nursing assistants to join our independently owned and operated national agency.

SYNERGY Homecare offers Certified Nursing Assistants, CNAs:

• Competitive pay between $16.50-$18.00
• Direct deposit
• Paid orientation and ongoing training
• Time-and-a-half pay for overtime and holidays
• Flexible schedules and matching CNA's with nearby clients
• Employee recognition programs

As a Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA with SYNERGY Homecare, you will:

• Provide attention to clients' non-medical needs, including companionship and social engagement
• Provide personal care to clients as needed
• Assist client with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders
• Establish communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers
• Provide reliable care by being punctual and consistently covering shifts

Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA Benefits include:

• Pto/Sick time

If you would like to join our outstanding team at SYNERGY Homecare, apply today!

Founded 45 years ago, Guardian Equipment is a worldwide leader in the manufacturing of industrial safety equipment. Our products emergency eyewash and shower equipment are used to protect workers in the event of a chemical spill or accident. We sell our products all over the world and are the largest player in our industry. We provide our customers with the highest quality products, the ability to develop customized solutions, responsive customer service, and competitive prices.

We love Chicago and have always been here. Guardian Equipment's 80,000 square foot headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in a state-of-the-art, LEED-Gold certified building at North Branch and Division Streets on Goose Island in Chicago. This facility has gated-off street parking, is close to the Kennedy Expressway (I90), and is easily accessible by public transportation.

When we say that \"our people are our biggest asset\", we mean it. Whatever your career goals are, we believe in developing talent from within. We create opportunities for dedicated employees to grow and advance. We promote from within and support continuing education, technical training and skills development. We reward commitment, talent and the drive for excellence.

We are seeking a Production Team Lead that will focus on completing daily objectives. They will be the shop floor leaders of a production area, responsible for the safety, quality and productivity of teams of associates. They lead by example and are expected to perform every function of their department. Specific responsibilities include:

• Requisitioning raw materials and components.
• Developing a production work schedule by assessing project and resource requirements.
• Training, assisting, and monitoring personnel in work procedures and methods.
• Monitoring workflow while maintaining a heavy shop floor presence.
• Making sure customer orders are filled on time and complete without errors.
• Tracking and reporting production data to meet specified goals.
• Proactively communicating with other departments to maintain quality and production standards and resolve problems.
• Ensuring production and packing rates are being achieved.
• Assisting the Leadership Team in setting and adhering to standards of accountability.
• Working to document and follow disciplinary process when needed.
• Communicating job expectations.
• Performing other duties as required.

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a track record of increasing responsibilities, OR
• 1 2 years of experience in a supervisor/lead position.
• Ability to read blueprints and work instructions.
• Experience using hand and pneumatic tools.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to motivate and lead employees.
• Good communication skills as this position must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of MS Office programs and proficient at using a computer.
• Working knowledge of an ERP computer system (AS400 is a plus).
• Experience in a union environment and bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

• Starting hourly pay rate is $19 26/hour, depending on experience
• Paid weekly- Direct Deposit
• BCBS Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance - HMO, PPO & HSA Options
• Combined Profit Sharing and 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company match
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick leave

Guardian Equipment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing and retaining a diverse work force and providing a safe and healthy work environment. Our candidate evaluation process includes tests for reading comprehension and basic math.

Job Description & Requirements Chicago, IL
- Medical Oncologist StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $530000.00
- $550000.00 Medicine Medical Group seeks an exceptional Medical Oncologist to join a growing practice of experienced medical oncologists.

Medical Oncologist Physician Roles and Responsibilities Clinical responsibilities will include seeing outpatients at a new state of the art cancer center and micro hospital in northwest Indiana and affiliated satellite locations in northwest Indiana, including Chesterton and Valparaiso.

Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment for a specified patient population Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage Required Skills & Qualifications Medical License in Indiana Board certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty Completed a US Residency Program Medical Oncologist Opportunity Highlights: State-of-the art facilities that offer comprehensive services including on-site chemotherapy infusion suites, clinical trials, specialty lab, pharmacy, social worker, dietitian and financial counseling at multiple sites.

Competitive compensation package.

Exceptional benefits Medical, dental, retirement, time off, and CME allowance Community InformationLive and work in Chicago! The third-largest city in the nation, Chicago is filled with excitement and sought-after attractions, including Buckingham Fountain, Millennium Park, and many more of the citys well-known distinctions.

With endless opportunities to explore and seek adventure in every season, Chicago has something for everyone.

A variety of remarkable living options, including in downtown or in Chicagos exquisite surrounding suburbs Exceptional public and private schools as well as multiple prestigious colleges and universities Plenty of lakefront and beach activities along Lake Michigan Endless amenities, including an international airport and professional sports teams Travel + Leisure ranks Chicago in Best Cities in the U.S.

Facility Location Situated on the banks of Lake Michigan, this Midwestern metropolis combines global high-style with a friendly, down-home soul.

Along with its superb medical facilities, visitors to Chicago relish the city s 29-mile long lakefront park, fabulous shopping districts, multicultural neighborhoods and world-class arts and entertainment.

Job Benefits About the Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Chemotherapy, Hormonal Therapy, Biological Therapy, Cancer, Md

Medicine Medical Group seeks an exceptional Medical Oncologist to join a growing practice of experienced medical oncologists in Tinley Park, IL.

Medical Oncologist Physician Roles and Responsibilities .

• Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment for a specified patient population
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions
• Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate
• Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required
• As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage

Medical Oncologist Opportunity Highlights:

• State-of-the art facilities that offer comprehensive services including on-site chemotherapy infusion suites, clinical trials, specialty lab, pharmacy, social worker, dietitian and financial counseling at multiple sites.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Exceptional benefits Medical, dental, retirement, time off, and CME allowance

Community InformationLive and work in Chicago!

The third-largest city in the nation, Chicago is filled with excitement and sought-after attractions, including Buckingham Fountain, Millennium Park, and many more of the citys well-known distinctions. With endless opportunities to explore and seek adventure in every season, Chicago has something for everyone.

We are seeking a strategic and analytical Risk Manager to oversee provider network performance, with a focus on dispute prevention, resolution, and risk mitigation within the workers’ compensation bill review process. This role will serve as the central point for managing provider reimbursement disputes and ensuring alignment with contractual and regulatory standards.

Key Skills:

• 7–10 years of experience in Network Management or Group Health
• Experience with bill review processes
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Vendor management experience
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities
• Experience working in matrixed organizations; offshore team exposure is a plus

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead dispute prevention and resolution related to provider reimbursements
• Analyze trends, identify root causes, and drive process improvements
• Collaborate with legal, clinical, compliance, and external partners
• Monitor and optimize network performance using data and dashboards
• Support product enhancements and ensure regulatory compliance
• Act as SME for network operations and provider performance

If you are interested, please share your updated resume at

SUMMARY:

The Revenue Cycle Manager serves as the primary liaison with the Revenue Cycle partner and Alivio’s management and support staff to ensure timely completion of charts, submission of claims, review of remittances, explanation of benefits, denials, appeals. Utilize their knowledge, experience, and skills to suggest changes in revenue cycle processes to bring efficiencies in the revenue cycle. Supervises, trains, and evaluates support staff in billing and collections procedures and develops policies and procedures regarding such, under the supervision of the CFO. Monitors patient and insurance accounts receivables, charges, rejected claims, and bad-debt and report corrective measures to Management. Partner with internal and external resources to maintain outstanding accounts receivable to an average of 45 days or less. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  This is an on-site, in-person position.
• Reviews and reports monthly remittance to the Finance Department, Revenue Cycle partners, ensuring that logs are maintained and completed in a timely and organized manner.
•  Reviews rejection of claims to determine appropriate course of action. 
•  Acts as key liaison between Alivio and Insurance plans to understand and implement changes that affect submission of claims and timely reimbursements. 
•  Works closely with the Finance Department to review and analyze revenue cycle data for the purpose of recognizing revenue, including gross charges, allowances/adjustments, payments, and bad debt. 
•  Monitors the sliding fee discount program for uninsured patients. Review and update policies and procedures applicable to the discount program on a regular basis.
•  Provides training to Alivio staff on different insurance plans as it applies to accurate registration of patient for their visit, use of procedure codes specific to payers. 
•  Reviews outstanding account receivables for follow-up as appropriate. Collaborates with Revenue Cycle partner to determine appropriate course of action on outstanding accounts receivable.
•  Review and classify patient accounts for bad debt and other adjustment in accordance with Alivio Medical Center policy.
•  Ensures that claims are within a maximum of 14 days following the date of service. Collaborates with internal and external partners to achieve the timely claim submission target.
•  Develops and maintains written policies for billing procedures and daily operations of the billing department including month-end and year-end closing.
•  Partners with external vendors to ensure timeliness and accuracy of statements sent to patients for co-pay, co-insurance, and deductibles. 
•  Maintains comprehensive knowledge of billing for medical, behavioral health, accident/workers’ compensation, and dental visits.
•  Reviews bulletins issued by Medicare, Medicaid, Insurance plans to understand updates in billing guidelines. Educate providers and staff on the guidance and relevant updates on billing.
•  Analyzes current billing staff requirements and positions as they correlate with department needs.
•  Performs month-end, and year-end close activities in the billing software to ensure accurate capture of activities within the period.
•  Prepares monthly and annual reports tabulating visits, encounters, charges, allowances/adjustments, payments by various variables.
•  Provides the relevant visit/encounter data for preparation of cost reports and Uniform Data System (UDS) reports.
•  Meets periodically with Insurance plan representatives, Alivio staff, external partners on the state of the Revenue Cycle.
•  Attends and participates in the Quality Assurance Committee, and Risk Management meetings and activities.
•  Responsible for the supervision and performance management of Alivio’s billing department staff.
•  Performs other duties as assigned by Chief Financial Officer.

This position requires compliance with all of Alivio’s written standards, including its Standards of Conduct, Joint Commission standards, all policies and procedures and Corporate Compliance requirements. Compliance will be considered as part of the regular performance evaluation.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES    

Manages and supervises staff listed below, including hiring, training, evaluating and managing performance to meet departmental efficiency and performance measures in keeping with the Union Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), Personnel Policies and Procedures and prevailing employment laws as appropriate.

·   Billing Department Staff

KEY INTERRELATIONSHIPS:

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·        Executive Management

·        Finance Department Staff

·        HIT Department Staff

·        Revenue Cycle Partner

·        Practice Managers

WORKING CONDITIONS:

OSHA Category 3 – Involves no regular exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, and tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues are not a condition of employment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Appropriate college courses/certification required and may be accepted in lieu of degree. 

Certification or Licensure:

• CPC or AHIMA certification preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years billing or coding experience required. Experience in Primary care (adult and pediatric), behavioral health, dental billing. Previous managerial and staff training experience required. 

Preferred Experience

Special Training:

• Federally Qualified Health Center billing experience highly desired.  Knowledge of billing processes using eClinical Works.

Demonstrated Competencies:

·        Comprehensive knowledge of end-to-end revenue cycle operations (registration, coding, billing, collections, etc).

·        Expertise in reimbursement methodologies (commercial, Medicaid, Medicare, etc)

·        Strong understanding of payer contracts and regulatory requirements

·        Denial prevention and appeals management expertise

·        Team leadership and performance management

·        Staff development and coaching

·        Change management and process improvement leadership

·        Revenue cycle optimization

·        Policy and procedure development

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 commensurate with education and experience
• Full health benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, and Paid Leave

Payroll & HR Coordinator

Chicago, Illinois

Key Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing (Lead): Execute end-to-end bi-weekly payroll for our national workforce. This includes managing timesheet data, administering court-ordered garnishments, and ensuring all tax withholdings and deductions are accurate across multiple state jurisdictions.
• HRIS Management: Act as an administrator for our HRIS (ADP), maintaining data integrity for the full employee lifecycle (new hires, promotions, transfers, and terminations). Continuously evaluate workflows to identify opportunities for automation or process improvements.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure all payroll and HR practices comply with state and federal regulations. Generate monthly and quarterly reports, perform W-2 reconciliations, and work through labor cost allocations and departmental billbacks via Excel in collaboration with the Finance team.
• Benefit Coordination: Oversee the payroll side of benefits, including enrollment for new hires, life events, and assigning/tracking leaves of absence. Serve as a resource for employee questions related to payroll deductions and leaves.
• Audit Support: Assist in preparing and supporting internal and external audits, including 401k annual audits and Workers' Compensation filings.
• Talent Support: Partner with the HR team to ensure a smooth onboarding experience for new team members, ensuring all payroll and tax documentation is captured accurately on day one.
• Policy Resource: Provide clear, professional, and diplomatic answers to employees regarding payroll, benefits, and company policies.

Qualifications

• Experience: 1–2 years of experience in HR or Payroll administration. Familiarity with ADP (Workforce Now) is highly preferred.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Must be able to use complex formulas, VLOOKUPs, and pivot tables to audit large datasets and visualize trends.
• Analytical Rigor: A high level of attention to detail and a "zero-error" mindset when it comes to financial data and tax compliance.
• Communication: Strong ability to explain complex payroll or benefit math to employees in a simple, professional, and empathetic manner.
• Professionalism: Proven ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with extreme discretion and diplomacy.

Base salary range is $60,000-$65,000 based on experience, plus bonus and benefits.

Now is a great time to join our growing team at Remedy! You will work side-by-side with firm leadership to serve clients and build the business, having a direct impact on the firm’s success. We offer competitive health benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life (including spouse & child), 401K, STD/LTD, Parental leave, AD&D, Tuition Reimbursement, and Commuter benefits. We offer flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.

Remedy Medical Properties is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Board Up and Carpentry Technician

Blue Island, IL 60406

OVERVIEW:

• The Lead Carpenter / Board-Up Technician is responsible for leading and performing emergency board-up services, temporary structural repairs, and carpentry work in response to property damage caused by fire, water, storms, or other disasters
• This role ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and to company quality standards during every day and emergency response situations
• The position requires strong carpentry skills, the ability to assess damage and site safety, and clear communication with customers regarding the scope of work and next steps in the restoration process
• The Lead Carpenter / Board-Up Technician must work effectively in fast-paced, high-stress environments, coordinate with team members and vendors, and maintain accurate documentation while prioritizing safety, professionalism, and customer service

SUPERVISION AND EXERCISE RECEIVED:

• Reports directly to the Mitigation/EMS Project Manager and receives direction from the Mitigation/EMS Project Manager

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Board up/ Tarp and secure homes and businesses that have been damaged by fire, floods, storms, break-in, and car impact
• Conduct roof inspections, patch roofs, and ladder assistance
• Responsible for building, ground, and fleet maintenance

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Be available for on-call and emergency response services as required
• Lead and perform emergency board-up, temporary repairs, and carpentry work with high-quality craftsmanship
• Safely operate power tools, equipment, and materials; take accurate measurements and perform basic calculations
• Assess damage, identify hazards, and resolve unexpected conditions in disaster-related environments
• Explain the scope of work, board-up process, and lead role to customers, address questions and concerns professionally
• Work efficiently in fast-paced, high-stress situations while maintaining quality and safety standards
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving, decision-making, and crisis management skills
• Coordinate work activities and maintain professional communication with customers, team members, and vendors
• Manage multiple jobs in an organized, timely, and cost-effective manner
• Accurately complete documentation, reports, and basic data entry

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or Equivalent

LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid State driver’s license
• Ability to pass a background screening check

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must possess mobility to work in an outdoor setting and drive and operate motor vehicles, mechanical equipment and machinery. This would require finger dexterity to access switches, tools, industry equipment and safety equipment. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the phone. Employees will be working around cleaning supplies, deodorization, and other products with chemical base. Required to climb ladders and work in high places. Ability to stand, walk, squat, climb, crouch, crawl, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull equipment and retrieve items and exert a moderate amount of physical effort to perform such duties. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 75 lbs. and occasionally 100 lbs., to perform the functions of the job. Must be capable of working fire, smoke and/or water damage environments that have potential for mold or mildew

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working outdoors in various temperature conditions and some direct exposure to hazardous substances. Workers may be subject to uncomfortable working conditions including exposure to extreme heat or cold, dust, noise, unusual heights, confined spaces, electrical current and construction hazards. Due to the nature of the work, often the job sites will be dirty, possibly cold, or wet and sometimes unsanitary. Employees will be required to wear protective gear as necessary and most working hours. The work is sometimes strenuous. Employees must be able to follow safety precautions because working in damaged buildings leaves them vulnerable, particularly following earthquakes, for example. Disaster areas often lack resources and comfortable areas to rest. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or customers from time to time

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/ AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT/ VETERANS’ PREFERENCE POLICY/ DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

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Students who attend Chicago Jesuit Academy (CJA) will be the next generation of leaders in the City of Chicago. Talented people who wish to be employed by Chicago Jesuit Academy must demonstrate a past and continued commitment to academic excellence, professional development and the Jesuit ideal of being people for others. Strong candidates are disciplined workers, compassionate listeners and tireless advocates for the children they serve. Most importantly, they recognize that Chicago Jesuit Academy will ask them to approach their work as a vocation and make substantial contributions of their time and talents in the service of the students, alumni and families of CJA.

Reporting to the Director of College & Career Persistence, the College & Career (CP) Counselor serves as a member of the College & Career Persistence Team. The CP Counselor accompanies a caseload of alumni on their unique paths to meaningful employment by supporting them in their Transition to High School, Transition to Post-Secondary, Transition to Career, and connection to Summer Programming. A successful candidate will believe in the long-term care of students and an education that forms the whole person — cura personalis in the Jesuit tradition.

Essential functions:

• Actively support a caseload of 60 14- to 24-year old students and alumni as they chart their unique paths to meaningful employment using a curated suite of resources targeted at each transition in addition to creative problem-solving.
• Collaborate with students, alumni, and families through consistent, persistent, and creative outreach to 100% of caseload within a 6-week cycle.
• Conduct individual and group parent meetings to prepare 8th-grade students and families for the Transition to High School by equipping them with the tools to apply and enroll in best-fit high schools, including scholarship opportunities.
• Visit high school students and support their transition by setting SMART goals, reviewing academic progress, identifying areas of support, and connecting them to school-based resources, extra-curricular activities and summer programming.
• Support high school students in their transition to post-secondary programs by working with them to identify, apply, enroll, and persist in quality, affordable, and supportive four-year, two-year and certificate programs..
• Prepare alumni in their transition to career through workforce readiness skills, resume support, interview preparation, and connections to internships and employment partnerships.
• Provide constructive and critical feedback to all students and alumni using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach.
• Assist in executing workshops and community events as it relates to each line of business.
• Problem-solve and support in crisis management by coordinating services and removing barriers.
• Update all data and case notes while maintaining the confidentiality of alumni in Salesforce.
• Build and maintain relationships with partner high schools and summer camps.
• Execute other duties as assigned. This position occasionally requires non-traditional work hours to run evening or weekend events and respond to alumni needs as they arise.

The ideal candidate should:

• Have a bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience in education, social work or non-profit including direct work with youth from disinvested communities.
• Have a sincere commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion with a belief that all children deserve equitable access to a high-quality education.
• Possess strong relationship-building skills including the ability to navigate challenging conversations across lines of difference and to listen sincerely and effectively.
• Be detail oriented with exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Be willing to admit a mistake, ask for help and receive feedback.
• Actively engage in the life of the school and community.
• Knowledge of high school and post-secondary educational systems in the Chicagoland area is preferred.

Chicago Jesuit Academy Mission Statement

Mission: Chicago Jesuit Academy is a loving and academically rigorous tuition-free Catholic elementary school for students and families from resilient communities impacted by historical disinvestment. We accompany our students and alumni from enrollment through the start of their careers as they develop their gifts and grow as men and women for others.

Means: Located in Austin on Chicago’s West Side, CJA admits students to all grades in our lower and middle school without regard for their race, ethnicity or religion, and CJA enrolls 3rd-, 4th- and 5th-grade students without regard for their past levels of academic achievement.

We use small class sizes, extended school days with co-curriculars, and summer camp opportunities to provide a comprehensive school year that gives personal care to our students to help them develop as whole persons.

We accompany our alumni on their unique paths to meaningful employment and support them throughout high school, their post-secondary education and the start of their careers, always welcoming them back as leaders at CJA and in the broader community.

CJA students, alumni, parents, faculty, staff, volunteers and benefactors listen to and learn from one another and make disciplined sacrifices to accomplish our shared mission.

We partner with other schools and the broader community to create access to better educational resources, confront systemic racism and remove obstacles to educational equity.

We call one another to find God in all things and be men and women for others who are open to growth, loving, religious, intellectually competent and committed to doing justice.

Chicago Jesuit Academy, in accordance with our Jesuit tradition, is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs and activities, without regard to an individual’s race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the CJA community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected identity.