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CCLS Program Coordinator

The Independence Center
Waukegan, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/28/2026

Description

F/T Supported Housing Program Coordinator

  

Salary range: $55,000 – $65,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

36-hour week 

Independence Center

Independence Center is seeking a CCLS Program Coordinator to oversee our Comprehensive Community Living Support program and housing operations. This leadership position supervises program staff, coordinates supportive housing services, and ensures program compliance while supporting individuals with complex behavioral health needs in maintaining stable housing and recovery.

Vehicles provided | Operations-focused | Growth opportunity


About the Role


This role serves as the connector among housing, staff, and program operations.

You will keep things organized, moving, and on track, not carry the full burden of clinical or property management responsibilities.

  • The Program Manager leads clinical services. 
  • The Property Manager handles maintenance and repairs. 
  • You make sure everything runs together smoothly. 

Program Coordination Responsibilities

  • Track housing placements, transitions, and program flow 
  • Maintain waitlists and ensure next steps are always clear 
  • Keep staff aligned on timelines, responsibilities, and priorities 

Staff Coordination

  • Support team organization and communication 
  • Help problem-solve workflow issues 
  • Ensure tasks are completed, and nothing falls through the cracks. 

This is coordination and accountability. 

Tracking & Compliance

  • Monitor key dates, documentation, and required timelines 
  • Ensure files, housing records, and program data stay organized 
  • Flag issues early before they become bigger problems 

Paid On-Call 

  • Participate in a shared rotation 
  • Coordinate solutions when issues arise

This is a coordination and operations role, not a catch-all position

What You Bring


Required

  • Experience in behavioral health, housing, or community programs 
  • Strong organization and follow-through 
  • Ability to manage multiple moving parts without losing track 
  • Comfortable communicating across teams 

Preferred

  • Supervisory or coordination experience 
  • Familiarity with supportive  housing or community programs 
  • Master’s degree in Human Services or equivalent experience

Physical Requirements

Ability to visit multiple housing sites and access second-floor units and basement areas via stairs.

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Requirements

A master's in a human service field from an accredited institution or experience is required.

Must be self-motivated, organized, and comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

A collaborative, solution-focused team player must help facilitate safe patient outcomes and contribute to institutional goals.

Previous clinical work experience in a healthcare, residential, and/or acute care setting preferred.

Physical Requirements
Ability to visit multiple housing sites and access second-floor units and basement areas via stairs. (Vehicle provided).


Salary : $55,000 - $65,000

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