Program Services Specialist (Lincoln) (4774)

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Program Services Specialist (Lincoln) (4774)

Salary

$3,308.18 Monthly

Location

Lincoln, IL

Job Type

Civil Service

Job Number

S938141

Department

Family and Community Medicine/Lincoln-SMS

Opening Date

02/23/2024

Closing Date

5/20/2024 2:00 PM Central

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Non-Represented

Shift

Days

Exempt or Non_Exempt

Exempt

Description

This position involves providing direct services to individuals. This program is funded to provide care for patients/clients who do not often fit well within the standard medical model. This position will work closely with medical providers, primary care teams, and other agencies to improve patient outcomes and care. This position will work to decrease the disparities in health emergencies and will help advocate for social and environmental needs as they arise. This position will work closely with their health center site, their PCPs, Local Health Departments, and Community Based Organizations to provide wrap-around services and create a foundation of trust for continued care of socially vulnerable populations.
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Examples of Duties

Support – Direct Patient Interaction 100%
1. Explain program requirements and guidelines to the general public.
2. Develop community resource materials that are up to date and reflective of the local community.
3. Conduct comprehensive interviews and intake assessments to determine the needs of individuals to be served by the program.
4. Assist patients in setting and achieving personal goals in person, by phone or in group setting.
5. Through skill building interventions and other supportive interventions, assist patients in effectively utilizing a wide spectrum of resources, managing symptoms of their illness, and developing daily living skills to gain greater independence, employment and other meaningful activities.
6. Connect patients to community resources including but not limited to housing, medical care, education, vocational training, and additional recovery resources / meetings.
7. Assist patients with transportation to medical and other related appointments.
8. Prepare and maintain written records as needed by the program.
9. Participate in all required administrative and training meetings in order to ensure adherence to policies and protocols.
10. Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Any one or combination totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below:
    1. Coursework in social work or behavioral sciences, or 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)
    2. Progressively more responsible work experience in social service/ counseling at a paraprofessional level under qualified supervision.

Supplemental Information

If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hrrecruitment@siumed.edu or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.

The SIU School of Medicine Annual Security Report is available online at https://www.siumed.edu/police-security.  This report contains policy statements and crime statistics for Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL.  This report is published in compliance with Federal Law titled the
"Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act."

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.

Pre-employment background screenings required.

Paid time off: Includes 13 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service

Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill

Health, Dental, and Life insurance

Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.

Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.

Long-term Disability Insurance

Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars

Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).

Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement

Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees

Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times

For more information please visit https://www.siumed.edu/hr/siu-school-medicine-benefits 

Agency
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Address
327 West Calhoun

Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Phone
217-545-0223