Grundy Workforce Job Board Services: Submission #3785

Company Info
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Company Name: County of Grundy Heath Department 
Address:
1320 Union Road
Morris, Illinois. 60450

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Contact Email (Optional): HR@grundyco.org
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Job Details
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Job Title: Senior Programs Care Coordinator/I&A Specialist 
Job Location: Morris, IL 
Over 18 Required: Yes
Employment Type: Full Time
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Rate: $21.50/hr (Grade 4)  Sign-on bonus (up to $5,850)
Number of Positions: 1
Please Have Applicant: Email Resume/Cover Letter, Mail Resume/Cover Letter
Job Description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide information and assistance to senior residents.
2. Complete Assessments and applications that benefit senior residents.
3. Obtain/maintain Care Coordinator certification and SHIP certification for NPR entry.
4. Data entry and completing of required paperwork.
5. Project good image, maintain credibility and integrity of Health Department.
6. Advocate for senior residents.
7. Other duties as relevant to the Senior Programs Division or as assigned by Administrator

Job Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
1. Relevant Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
2. 5 + years’ experience in either case management, care coordination, public health, and/or 
community services
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is 
occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb 
or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell as well as lift up to 25 
pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, 
peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Any qualified applicant with a disability and requiring reasonable assistance or accommodation to the 
application and/or interview process should notify the HR Department.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Required to complete and maintain certification as a Care Coordinator, AIRS (Alliance of Information 
& Referral Systems) as a SHIP (Senior Health Insurance Program) Counselor as required by Illinois 
Department of Insurance. Other certifications as required by oversight agencies will also be expected. 
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, 
and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak 
effectively before groups of customers or employees of organizations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variable in situations where 
only limited standardization exits. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, 
diagram, or schedule form.
• A valid driver’s license and proof of insurance are required.
TO APPLY: Candidates must meet the minimum requirements of the position in order to be considered.

Lifting Requirements - 25+ lbs (unassisted): Yes
Lifting Requirements - 50+ lbs (unassisted): No
List Job Until: 01/24/2024


Special Posting Instructions
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Additional Information:
TO APPLY: Candidates must meet the minimum requirements of the position in order to be considered.
Send resume and salary requirements to HR@grundyco.org with “Senior Programs Care Coordinator/I&A” 
in the subject line or mail to Grundy County Administration, Attn: HR 1320 Union Street, Morris, IL 60450.
No phone calls please

Benefits 
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Generous 
accrual of Paid-Time Off 
Contribution to IL Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) 
Paid Holidays 
Professional development opportunities 
Potential student loan forgiveness 
Work Setting: Work is performed from office in Morris, IL, with occasional visits to partner 
agencies or client homes. 
SUMMARY:
The Grundy County Health Department works to preserve, protect and promote the health and well-being of 
Grundy County. Services are offered in response to community need and in accordance with oversight 
agencies to clients of the lifespan – infant to older adults. 
The ideal candidate will work as a team player, cooperating with colleagues to best serve the residents of 
Grundy County, in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. Under the supervision of the Director of 
Senior Programs, the candidate will possess a positive attitude and be capable of critical thinking, sound 
judgement and working independently as needed. 
The Grundy County Health Department is seeking an experienced coordinator who is passionate about assisting 
senior residents of Grundy. Ideal candidate will be a self-starter who is eager to learn of available resources in 
the community and understand the needs of residents. The I&A Specialist provides information and 
community-based programs to residents aged 60+ and their caregivers. Programs are designed to support 
optimal health, independence and provide assistance to residents and their caregivers as needed. The I&A 
Specialist shall perform outreach efforts to identify and inform persons 60+ in Grundy County of available 
services and programs for which they may be eligible. This includes, but is not limited to: conducting home 
visits to assess eligibility of Community Care Program, following a State template to establish a plan of care 
with client/family, performing Choices for Care Screenings, and completing required documentation as 
mandated by IL Department on Aging, AgeGuide, other funders, and the County Health Department

I agree to the terms of service.: Yes


approved: Yes