Community Affairs Specialist I - Cancer Center
Hiring Department: CEHE
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1028158
Posting Close Date: December 3, 2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
The Community Affairs Specialist I plans, develops, implements and organizes events to advance the mission of the University of Illinois Cancer Center. The Community Affairs specialist will also educate members of the community about the importance of early detection and screening and will navigate community members to screening services. They will also participate in community events and develop and foster partnerships with University of Illinois Cancer Center community partners, per the aims of the Community Engagement and Health Equity (CEHE) Office.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assists/Supports the Associate Director/Director in community-wide or in-house engagement service programs by providing information regarding UI Health Cancer Center and UI Health services, program requirements, procedures, and refers and navigates community members to the local agencies or organizations for assistance based on identified needs.
- Assists in conducting surveys such as community health needs assessments and informs the office of the needs of the communities in the Cancer Center catchment area of Cook County. , as required by the CEHE office.
- Assists in program-wide recruiting efforts by developing relationships with community-based leaders, organizations and community members and providing approved health education materials and resources to community members and organizations.
- Collect information from community members and program participants for reports and data to measure program impact. Assist with preparing reports.
- Maintain complete and accurate records in accordance with CEHE procedures. Document all community events, enter data into REDcap.
- Represent Cancer Center at community events, coalition/community meetings to understand community issues and build relationships with community members and key stakeholders.
- Assist in establishing new CEHE/Cancer Center programs and services as needed.
- Serves as a liaison with other units within the UI Cancer Center, on campus and external partners.
- Attend and successfully complete all required training programs; participate in ongoing conference calls, webinars, and other professional development opportunities.
- Planning and executing events: Plan, coordinate, and implement community engagement events.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects and assignments as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Three (3) years (36 months) of work experience in public contact with an agency or organization that is oriented toward community activities.
- Familiar with Chicago neighborhoods
- Proficiency in Microsoft Software (Excel, Word and Powerpoint)
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
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Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.
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