Program Manager

WHO WE ARE

Who We Are

Caris is an apolitical faith based nonprofit pregnancy counseling organization, and a beacon of light in the Chicagoland region. Our mission is to see women and children thrive during and after unplanned pregnancy.

Our approach is unique: we serve by grace with love no matter what decision is made. We trust God to do the work that we are incapable of doing in our own strength.

We provide professional counseling to address any number of pregnancy-related issues, and we also connect women to valuable resources and to various communities of support. All services are donor supported and as a result, are FREE to the women and families that we serve.

Services include professional counseling, case management, pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and support groups.

OPPORTUNITY SUMMARY

We are seeking a dynamic Program Manager to lead the Client Services Department. The PM is responsible for programmatic success in all of Caris’ client-centered work and advocacy. They will evaluate and monitor programs and contribute to program planning and implementation. Spanish speaking candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in ministry, education, community health, public policy, community organizing and advocacy, social work, non-profit management or related area. Candidates must be proactive and have experience in managing programs and teams, program evaluation and data collection. A successful candidate must be passionate about our mission and the possibilities of what can be accomplished through our model and will promote a positive work culture. Develop program assessment protocols for evaluation and improvement. Ensure compliance of standard operating procedures and policies. Coordinate and delegate cross-project initiatives. Analyze, evaluate, and overcome program risks, and produce program reports for management and stakeholders.

You will manage client-facing team members. Lead day-to-day programming and client service operations. Provide oversight and monitoring of required client documentation in relevant data bases and files. Lead and participate in client engagement strategies to increase client numbers and provide community awareness of all Caris programs. Assist in the development and implementation of client service program plans. Extend support to program team. Engage in fund development activities for new and existing programs. Develop program assessment protocols for evaluation and improvement. Ensure compliance of policies and procedures. Coordinate and delegate cross-project initiatives. Analyze, evaluate, and overcome program risks, and produce program reports for management and stakeholders.

REPORTS TO
Senior Leadership Team (SLT)

RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and advance all Caris Client Programs
Hire, Train & Manage Client Services Team: masters-level counselors, sonographer, etc.
Provide direct services as needed, likely 20%
Support Outreach initiatives, likely 10%

COMPENSATION & SCEHDULE

$53,000-$57,000
40 Hours Per Week

BENEFITS

Medical Health Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
401(K) Match
Paid Time Off
Organization-wide paid time off during weeks of Christmas and Fourth of July
Position may require some evening and weekend hours with Flextime hours

Caris is a Christian non-profit organization. Candidate must be in alignment with the Caris mission, vision, statement of faith, and statement of principle. Caris team members must exemplify a committed and consistent walk of faith and a personal calling to ministry and to the specific mission and vision of Caris.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must include a resume, (tailored) cover letter and assessments.

No phone calls.

ABOUT CARIS

Caris is a Christian non-profit organization. Candidate must be in alignment with the Caris mission, vision, statement of faith, and statement of principle. Caris team members must exemplify a committed and consistent walk of faith and dependence on Jesus and have a personal calling to ministry and to the specific mission and vision of Caris.

WHO WE ARE

We are Christ Followers living on a mission.
We are a source of support and serenity for hundreds of women each year.
We provide support to women regardless of their pregnancy decision.
We are a safe place.
We are nimble and adaptable in our approach to service—one size doesn’t always fit all.
We are innovative, contemplative, and Christ-honoring in all that we do.

WHO WE ARE NOT

We are not political; we do not engage in political arguments or debates.
We are not judgmental; women are not shamed or judged when they come through our doors.
We are not the end of the road; we aim to walk with and support women and children on their journey until the child turns age five.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

A Christ Follower.
Someone committed to seeing women and children thrive.
Someone who understands how issues of race, class, and societal injustices can play a role in a woman’s pregnancy decision.
Someone who is committed to pursuing justice and truth on behalf of the women, children, and families that we serve.
Someone who is flexible, teachable, and willing to serve.
Someone who is willing to take initiative and decisive action.

111 N. Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60602 | caris.org |

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,000.00 - $57,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Yearly pay

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person