Job description

Gilda’s Club Chicago
Because Community is Stronger than Cancer

Program Manager, Wells Street Clubhouse

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To apply, applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Shannon Zaleski, LCSW, OSW-C, Associate Director of Clubhouse Programs, shannonzaleski@gildasclubchicago.org

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Job Description*

Gilda’s Club Chicago, an affiliate of the Cancer Support Community and Chicagoland’s leader in psychosocial support for people impacted by cancer, is seeking to hire a Program Manager based out of our primary location at 537 North Wells Street, Chicago, IL, 60654. Gilda’s Club Chicago opened in 1998 with a single purpose: to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community. All programs are provided at no cost to participants.

Key Performance Criteria and Competencies
The Program Manager manages a robust program of cancer support at our downtown Clubhouse in full compliance with the Cancer Support Community Program Model™. Reporting to the Associate Director, Clubhouse Programs, the Program Manager will ensure that program efforts are consistent with and supportive of Gilda’s Club Chicago’s overall strategic plan and vision. This position will work primarily at the Wells Street Clubhouse (537 North Wells Street) but will be required to travel within the Chicago area for outreach events and connecting with our hospital and community partners.

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Primary Responsibilities*

• Manage development and delivery of robust program offerings in the GCC clubhouse space
• Provide direct clinical services including but not limited to intakes and orientation, brief individual therapy, group placement, group facilitation, crisis intervention and resource referrals.
• Serve as primary contact for program participants, community contacts and health care professionals for programming based out of the Wells Street Clubhouse.
• Work with Program Team and Marketing Team to increase awareness of GCC programming within the Chicago community in order to increase participation and build capacity.
• Assist with the implementation of member satisfaction surveys, program evaluation and the maintenance of accurate statistical and database records in accordance with Gilda’s Club policies.

• Hire, supervise and direct program staff and contract facilitators in coordination with Program Leadership Team.

• Assist in the recruitment of professionals, members, and volunteers for programming, lectures, and workshops

• This position will require one regular evening shift.

Position Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field from an accredited institution; highest level of licensure or certification required by the state for the specific field required.

Job Experience: This position requires a Masters’ level clinically licensed mental health professional (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, Clinical Psychologist) with a minimum of three years post graduate experience.

Demonstrated Competencies: Experience working with patients, families, and professionals in a health care or community setting, with oncology experience preferred. Clinical supervision and management. Program development experience a plus. Bilingual Spanish abilities are a plus.

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Affirmative action plan/equal employer opportunity statement*
Our population includes individuals of all gender identities, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities, religions, and ages, and from all cultural backgrounds, life experiences, thoughts, and ideas. Embracing diversity enhances our work culture and drives our organization’s success. The inclusion of diverse experiences and perspectives creates a culture of empowerment for all people.

Competitive benefit and salary commensurate with experience.

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*PLEASE READ **
To apply, applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Shannon Zaleski, LCSW, OSW-C, Associate Director of Clubhouse Programs, shannonzaleski@gildasclubchicago.org

Program Manager, GCC

The Program Manager directly oversees the Wells Street Clubhouse programs for adult patients, family members and the community of people living with cancer. Utilizing their clinical skills, the Program Manager will manage a quality program in the Clubhouse setting in full compliance with Gilda’s Club Chicago’s program philosophy. The individual will assist with new program development. They will interface with Gilda’s Club members, potential members, staff, interns, volunteers, and the broader oncology professional community. Reporting to the Associate Director of Clubhouse Programs, the Program Manager will ensure that program efforts are consistent with and supportive of Gilda’s Club Chicago’s overall strategic plan and vision. This position will require a regular evening shift. The position will work primarily at the Wells Street Clubhouse and may require travel within the Chicago area.

Job Type: Full-time

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