Available Positions
DEPARTMENT: Leadership Development
REPORTS TO: Executive Director of IMPACT/Senior Vice President of Leadership Programming & Philanthropy
ROLE: The Director of Leadership Programs plays a pivotal support role to the Executive Director of the IMPACT Leadership Development Program/SVP of Leadership Programming and Philanthropy.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The role is responsible for overseeing the execution of all leadership development initiatives alongside the Manager of Leadership Programs. This position requires a seasoned professional with a background in program management, community engagement, and fund development. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership and project management skills, and have the ability to work dynamically in a fast-paced environment.
Under the direction of the Vice President of Youth & Family Services, the position is primarily responsible for providing mentoring, case management, one-on-one intervention, group programming, recreation and SEL training to youth aged 11-24.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Intake and enroll candidates in Project Ready (STEM; Career Development; College Readiness; SEL; Trades) program.
- Maintain a minimum caseload of 40 youth participants.
- Actively facilitate the Case Management Process. This includes completing all necessary client intake documents, complete programmatic assessments (three times a year); develop and revise service plans every 90 days with each participant assigned, programming in schools, home visits, phone calls, field trips.
- Facilitate group sessions, including, but not limited to: Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Groups, Violence Prevention Groups, Trades, Career Readiness, College Readiness, Academic Support/Tutoring Groups, and STEM as it is outlined in the program curriculum.
Under the direction of the Vice President of Youth & Family Services, the STEAM program coordinator is primarily responsible for providing direct service of STEAM education to youth aged 13-18. In this role, the SPC will plan, develop innovative STEAM programming, which includes group programming, one – on- one intervention and SEL development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
- Responsible for the planning and implementation of hands-on, project-based after-school and out-of-school STEAM learning that includes instruction, evaluation, STEAM camp, field trips, college tours, community service events or service-learning projects and workshops.
- Responsible for the implementation and facilitation of education and youth development curriculum specifically related to middle school and high school that is not limited to college preparation, financial literacy, science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM), career exploration and health and wellness.
- Plan, lead, and participate in meaningful yearly STEAM camp, assist with setting camp goals and objectives, and ensure a positive camping experience for each youth.
- Maintain a minimum caseload of a minimum of 40 youth participants.
- Actively facilitate Case Management. This includes completing all necessary client intake documents, complete programmatic assessments (three times a year); develop service plans every 90 days with each participant assigned.
The Growth Opportunity (GO) Case Manager will play a crucial role in supporting young adults aged 18-24 who face significant barriers to employment and career advancement. This position requires a compassionate and dedicated individual committed to helping young adults reach their full potential. The Case Manager will be responsible for facilitating Career Readiness training, building relationships with community partners and employers, managing a caseload of up to 100 young adults annually and contributing innovative ideas to enhance the program’s effectiveness.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
- Develop and facilitate career readiness training curricula.
- Conduct comprehensive intake interviews to assess participants’ needs, goals, strengths, and eligibility.
- Lead on-site and off-site special projects and training as requested by the Program Manager.
- Develop Individualized Career Plans (ICP) tailored to each participant’s goals.
- Manage Customer Relationship Management (CRM) databases (i.e. RiseKit, REO GPMS, etc.).
- Outsource industry leaders, community advocates, and employers to serve as guest speakers.
- Actively engage with community organizations and youth-serving agencies to identify potential participants.
FLSA: Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Facilities
Primary Function
Responsible for assisting the facilities manager in maintaining the Chicago Urban League’s office building and employee parking lot.
Principal Accountabilities
Accountable for minor repairs, mechanical, structural, general cleaning, and maintenance of CUL office building.
Daily duties include but are not limited to:
- Check all light sources including the parking lot and replace bulbs as
- Responds to employee requests for cleaning and maintenance as
- Responds to employee requests in the areas of safety and environmental needs through both personal and work order systems.
- Responsible for shipping/receiving of mail and
- Responds to various requests and work orders for service from HR, security, and executive departments.
