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Description
Aspire is seeking a dynamic Program Admissions Specialist to be the primary contact for individuals seeking our services and to manage the intake and onboarding process. This pivotal role ensures a smooth transition into our programs by delegating tasks and maintaining continuous progress. Responsibilities include acting as a liaison between state case management organizations and Aspire personnel, providing consistent communication, screening referral packets, coordinating with external care providers and families, completing funding documentation, and project managing the entire intake process. The Specialist will be available across our Academy North (Waukegan), Academy South (Hillside), and Shannon Center (Hillside) locations at least three days a week.
We offer:
· Salary $50,000 per year
· Sign-on bonus of $3,000 (Paid out in two installments)
· Referral bonuses
· Paid training
· Retirement plan with matching contributions
· Health and insurance benefits
· Paid time off benefits
· And more! (see benefits list below)
Position Summary:
The Program Admissions Specialist serves as the primary contact for people seeking Aspire’s services and the project manager of the intake and onboarding process. The role is pivotal in driving the intake and orientation process, ensuring a smooth transition into our programs and services by delegating onboarding tasks, and following up to ensure continuous progress. The responsibilities include acting as a liaison between state case management organizations and Aspire personnel, including Pre-Admission Screening (PAS) agencies, Individual Service and Support Advocacy (ISSA) agencies, Individual Service Coordination (ISC) workers, and Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) workers. The responsibilities also include providing regular and consistent communication, screening referral packets, coordinating with external care providers and families, completing and submitting preliminary funding documentation, and project managing the intake process from start to finish, delegating tasks to those appropriate. The Program Admissions Specialist needs to be available to team members and potential Aspire service and support recipients across our geographies, which requires at least three days a week in our Academy North (Waukegan), Academy South (Hillside), and Shannon Center (Hillside).
Position Responsibilities:
The following represents the primary position responsibilities, but other related duties may be assigned to meet the organization's needs.
Intake and Onboarding Coordination:
Collaboration and Communication:
Documentation and Record-Keeping:
Quality Improvement Reporting:
Risk Mitigation:
Process Improvement:
Reporting to this Position: None
Requirements
Required Education & Experience:
Additional Licensing/Certifications:
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
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Aspire was founded in 1960 and is recognized as a leader in providing bold, pioneering, and uncompromising services to adults with developmental disabilities, their families, and the community. In 2019, we joined forces with NorthPointe Resources to be one of the most recognized and respected disability service providers across the Chicago metropolitan area, Lake County (Illinois), and southeastern Wisconsin areas.
Full Time Benefits (regularly schedule to work more than 37 1/2 hours per week)
Aspire’s priority is keeping our team members and participants healthy and safe. PPE is provided and regular cleaning and disinfecting regiments are followed to maintain a safe work and living environment. Hand sanitizer is available throughout our facilities.
Aspire is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Aspire is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities so that an applicant may complete the essential functions of a position. The essential functions of positions are outlined in a position’s job description. To request an accommodation or if you have a question regarding what the essential functions of a position are please contact the People Team at 708.632.5502.
Full Time
$78k-99k (estimate)
05/22/2024
07/21/2024
aspireofillinois.org
Westchester, IL
100 - 200