Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago · 2 months ago
Manager of Community Outreach & Testing Services
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$28.85/hr - $33.65/hr
7+ years expThe University of Chicago's Biological Sciences Division is focused on eliminating new HIV transmissions by 2041. The Manager of Community Outreach & Testing Services will oversee quality audits, team meetings, and direct patient-centered services for sexual and gender minority individuals seeking outreach and testing services, collaborating closely with the Director of Population Centered Health Homes.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Training and supporting the Outreach and Network Services team members. Training consists of completing the HIV testing and counseling training for new hires, processing training, phlebotomy training, other team trainings on updated protocols and services, and CCHE-wide trainings and protocols
Leads team huddles to ensure communication across the team on weekly updates on projects, clients and other policies as needed
Assists with the coordination of cross-team collaborations with research, admin, supportive services, biostats, PACT to ensure activities, communications, and managing project deliverables are maintained
Complete regular audits ensuring documentation is up to date for the Outreach & Network Services team
Serves as a back up for testing services for research and drop in as needed
Provide task management to the Outreach & Network Service team, offer weekly supervision meetings and approve all time in workday for the Network Services team
Supports on-site Manager on duty responsibilities (supporting the team in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and completes all required documentation
Leads and offers support across teams to connect teams to various community partners, develops partnership agreements and maintenance space coordination
Work independently and within teams on special non-recurring and ongoing projects
Other tasks as needed, Evening and weekend coverage as needed (at least 1/month)
CCHE works with black sexual and gender minorities living on the South side of Chicago. This candidate will actively pursue required knowledge and skills for professional development in regard to the aforementioned population
Performs various administrative and operational tasks under limited supervision. Assists with preparation and review of protocols, grant applications, manuscripts, reports, and complex reporting tools
Uses knowledge of clinical research to coordinate the collection of analyzable data and/or samples
Performs other related work as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree)
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Preferred
Experience working with and/or providing care to LGBT populations, Black and Latino community members
Experience providing HIV/STI testing and counseling
Demonstrated effective leadership and teaching skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong knowledge of Chicago social service resources
Strong knowledge of program subject matter
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Flexibility
Creativity
Ability to manage stressful situations
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines
Ability and/or willingness to provide HIV/STI treatment, education, and prevention in non-traditional settings (community venues)
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, and Word
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills
Ability to travel to various community venues across the metropolitan area
Ability to perform phlebotomy or a willingness to be trained in phlebotomy
Ability to work on multiple projects
Ability to work non-traditional hours
Benefits
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
Company
Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago
As part of the University of Chicago, the Biological Sciences Division (BSD) pursues globally impactful solutions to seemingly unsolvable challenges.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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