Program Services Aide - Cancer Center
Hiring Department: CEHE
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1027861
Posting Close Date: December 13, 2024
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 over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Description:
The Program Service Aide is a healthcare advocate responsible for performing various patient care activities, including social service coordination in community hospitals, clinics, schools, and communities. The Program Services Aide provides outreach, resources, education, and social support as outlined in specific programs.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Community Engagement
- Host, participate in, coordinate, and sponsor community functions to raise awareness of cancer screening services and achieve project goals.
- Provide educational information and outreach regarding programs, associated requirements, and other opportunities to community residents and the public. Assist them in making informed decisions about healthy lifestyles and healthcare needs.
- Conduct community-based visits to identify and recruit potential new patients and community partners.
Resource and Referral Management:
- Serve as a resource for program participants; develop referral relationships with healthcare providers and other community-based service providers.
- Act as a liaison between the institution or agency and the individuals served; refer patients to support services and follow up on referrals; assist participants in utilizing referral services.
Collaboration and Assessment
- Collaborate with staff and community residents to assess community strengths, problems, and concerns related to healthcare (e.g., conducting surveys, interviews, etc.). Identify and assist in establishing needed services within the community.
Patient Assistance
- Assist patients with the health marketplace enrollment process.
- Enroll patients into the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP).
- Schedule patient appointments via the practice management system or other indicated systems.
Administrative Duties
- Assist in the development of resource materials and the preparation and maintenance of records and data.
- Complete all required reports to document activities and provide data to measure impact.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects and assignments as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
1. Any one or any combination totaling two (2) years (24 months) from the following categories:
A. college course work in behavioral science, social work, sociology, psychology, or a closely related field as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
- 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
- Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
- 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
- Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)
B. work experience that provided a knowledge of human behavior by having demonstrated through public contact the ability to cope with a variety of people, (such as customer service, salesperson, or receptionist).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred.
To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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