Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago

Director - First Five

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago  •  Chicago, IL (Onsite)  •  9 hours ago
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Job Description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives and nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith.




Job Responsibilities
  • Provide daily operational oversight of First Five by ensuring efficient, high-quality services; maintaining and improving systems for referrals, documentation, and data tracking; monitoring budget and compliance; and using data to guide timely operational decisions.
  • Lead program strategy by setting goals and priorities, identifying opportunities for expansion and sustainability, and using data and community insights to recommend and implement improvements aligned with agency objectives.
  • Build and manage partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders, represent Catholic Charities in public and professional settings, strengthen referral pathways, and support outreach efforts.
  • Coordinate with internal departments to align operations, share program insights, streamline processes, resolve service challenges, and support agency wide planning and continuous improvement.
  • Lead and develop the First Five team by setting clear goals and expectations, monitoring performance, and providing regular feedback and guidance. Inspire team excellence by modeling accountability, collaboration, and solution-oriented thinking, and ensure team members are supported, empowered, and high-performance while fostering a positive, purpose-driven culture.

PLEASE NOTE: Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling, or standing multiple times a day
  • Climb up and down up to 3 flights of stairs at a time
  • Lift, push, and pull up to 25 lbs

Other Requirements: Comply with program and/or requirements related to:
  • Background check

Education and Experience Requirements:
  • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in a related field of study 3-5 years relevant experience
  • Preferred Master’s degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS) in a related field of study 5+ years relevant experience


Salary

Pay Transparency
In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 (820 ILCS 112/5, et seq.), Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago is required to provide the wages and benefits that it reasonably expects in good faith to offer for any specific job positions posted. Please note that the exact compensation package ultimately offered to an applicant may vary based on skills, experience, and location, amongst other permissible factors.

Benefits

We provide full-time employees with a competitive benefits package, including:

  • BlueCross/Blue Shield EPO/PPO Health Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Employer-Paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • PTO, Sick Time, and 15 Paid Holidays
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Development Opportunities and Service Awards
  • Additional Voluntary Benefits

Salary


$65,200 - $72,000 / year

Pay Transparency


In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 (820 ILCS 112/5, et seq.), Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago is required to provide the wages and benefits that it reasonably expects in good faith to offer for any specific job positions posted. Please note that the exact compensation package ultimately offered to an applicant may vary based on skills, experience, and location, amongst other permissible factors.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago

About Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago was founded more than a century ago to meet human need. We accompany anyone in need regardless of their faith, race, gender, or ethnicity.

By unifying and collaborating across the Catholic community during the 1917 global pandemic, our founders envisioned that together we might make a bigger difference for our community, and we did . . . and still do.

A trusted partner and steward, Catholic Charities has grown to be one of the largest human service providers in the Chicago metropolitan region, covering Cook and Lake counties.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Year Founded
1917
Website
catholiccharities.net
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