Manager - Diverse Learners & Health Services (CDC)

Since 1911, City Colleges of Chicago has been connecting students from across Chicago’s neighborhoods to economic opportunity. By offering a quality education at an unprecedented value, City Colleges provides our students and alumni with a pathway to upward mobility. City Colleges of Chicago is the city’s most accessible higher education engine of socioeconomic mobility and racial equity—empowering its students to take part in building a stronger and more just city. As Illinois’ largest community college system, City Colleges is comprised of seven colleges and five satellite sites across Chicago.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE

Reporting to the Exec Dir-Child Development Services, the Manager-Diverse Learners & Health Services is responsible for the planning, organizing, and managing the Health, Mental Health, and Disabilities service areas within the Child Development Lab Schools Early Care and Learning Programs.

The position manages the Health and Disabilities service areas in a manner that reflects the Early/Head Start goals and objectives as defined by the Federal Performance Standards and Illinois Board of Education/Chicago Public Schools standards for Prevention Initiative and Preschool for All programs, as well as adherence to all other intersecting state and federal regulations such as IDEA, ADA, 504, IL DCFS and IL IDPH. Travels to Child Development Labs at CCC’s campuses as required. Performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

· Participates in the intake staffing of children with health and/or special needs at enrollment to ensure the completion of the pre-conference form and IEP/IFSP at a Glance to plan for the child’s start date

· Coordinates the participation of specialized consultants when planning for children’s individual health and/or special needs.

· Ensures compliance with the referral process to CPS and/or CFC and responsiveness to ensure children receive needed support in a timely manner.

· Collaborates with the Education Manager in the development of educational programming to support diverse learners; conducts observations as needed and provides ongoing feedback to the teaching staff.

· Monitors progress of children with identified special needs and adjusts IEP/IFSP at a Glance plans as necessary to support positive developmental outcomes.

· Monitors and oversees required health and developmental screenings in compliance with EPSDT Periodicity chart. Screenings include: Well child exams, dental exams, immunization administration, hearing and vision screening, ESI-R, ASQ SE, ASQ-3, and height and weight measurements.

· Coordinates on-going technical assistance and support to campus family services and administration staff for compliance with Early/Head Start, IL DCFS and IDPH health and dental requirements.

· Schedules and travels to CCC’s Child Development Labs to conduct monitoring site visits and review disabilities documents and plans which include folders, LEA agreements and health requirements.

· Contributes to sites’ recruitment plans, ensuring inclusion of children with special needs and that they have a cooperative agreement with local Child and Family Connections (CFC).

· Completes health and special needs monthly/quarterly administrative report; ensures appropriate documentation is in CARES database and children’s files.

· Coordinates training and technical assistance for the delivery of quality services to diverse learners and/or children with special needs.

· Participates in the development and implementation of special program/project events/reports such as the annual self-assessment, the Federal Review and other HS/EHS requirements.

· Participates and assist in the yearly in-service training for staff.

· Attends quarterly DFSS Health and Disabilities Advisory meetings to provide expertise and consultation in the development and enhancement of the diverse learner component of the program.

· Plans and leads the yearly program Health Advisory committee.

· Manages consultant teams for Health, Mental Health, and Diverse Learners, ensuring contract compliance, quality service delivery, and adherence to Head Start regulations, including scope development and supervision.

· Leads the implementation and expansion of a comprehensive sensory program across all five campuses, encompassing services for children, families, and staff.

· Spearheads system-wide quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing outcomes for Health, Mental Health, and Diverse Learners.

· Participates in staff hiring process and coordinates ongoing professional development activities, including monthly presentations.

· Supports the Executive Director by attending relevant leadership and professional development meetings.

· Serves as acting Site Director in the absence of site leadership to ensure continuity of operations.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to Exec Dir-Child Development Services

Direct Supervision Inclusion Aide-PT

QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Public Health, Social Work, Counseling, or related field required. Master’s Degree preferred.

· Minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible experience in early childhood or special education services

· Familiarity with Early & Head Start Programs and Standards

· Extensive knowledge of early childhood education, child development and child disability/health

· Strong background in public health with emphasis on child and family health care

· Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

· Understanding of cultural diversity and ability to maintain confidentiality

· Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong time management and prioritization skills.

· Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to take initiative and make sound decisions.

· Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

· Demonstrated ability to work with and advocate for families with young children who have disabilities

· Ability to communicate and work effectively with various professionals, community groups, and culturally diverse families

· Willingness and ability to travel to multiple CCC sites in diverse communities.

· On an infrequent basis may be required to move and/or carry up to 40 lbs.

· Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and experienced in inputting data into online databases.

WE OFFER: Excellent health and welfare benefit package and long-term savings and investment programs including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans and a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan. Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit the benefits page of our website.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire. Thank you for your interest in CCC!

Salary starting at 80,717

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Offered salary will be determined by the respective collective bargaining agreement and applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.        

Benefits information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/