Family Services Coordinator

Ronald McDonald House Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana • Chicago, IL

1d • $23 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for coordinating the effective operation of the Ronald McDonald House: UChicago Medicine Comer Children’s Hospital in the overnight hours. The Coordinator is accountable for maintaining program function including: registering and checking out families, monitoring the physical structure of the facility, supervising housekeeping and maintenance, supporting any overnight emergency needs, complete assigned tasks during shift and being a friendly, capable and supportive staff presence in the overnight hours. Typical Schedule Overnight, 10pm to 8:30am. 10 hour shift, four nights a week- Monday through Thursday (shift ending Friday morning) at our Ronald McDonald House: UChicago Medicine Comer Children’s Hospital- 5444 S Drexel Ave., Chicago, IL 60615 Overnight awake shifts worked are eligible for a $6 an hour shift differential.

Requirements

• 2 years related work experience preferred
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience will be considered
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to multitask and function effectively under pressure
• Compassionate and caring individual, aligned to our mission and standard of care
• Demonstrate empathy and the ability to relate to families in crisis
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Must be available to work irregular hours, shifts, weekends, holidays as needed. and with proper notice
• Basic office work, as well as the physical ability to perform all household tasks as needed (ie. Cleaning, making beds, laundry, etc.)
• Must be willing and able to move between program locations when necessary, advanced notice will be provided
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel; talk or hear
• Must be capable of carrying 35 lbs

Responsibilities

• Execute defined policies and procedures for the program.
• Welcome and orient guests to the House, completing all check-in and check-out procedures and paperwork.
• Demonstrate a caring attitude toward families, volunteers, and donors.
• Act as liaison to hospitals for processing referrals/reservations.
• Explain/clarify program policies and procedures to guests and referring partners.
• Provide and assist families with information, directing them to resources, activities or services they may need.
• Perform regular rounds to maintain relationships with families and identify support and/or maintenance needs.
• Coordinate overall daily strategy for use of available rooms, with intention of providing service to as many families as possible.
• Assist with statistics for program by inputting daily occupancy records.
• Ensure all common areas remain clean and supplies are stocked
• Track guest donations and occupancy rates for monthly reporting purposes.
• If position includes overnight responsibilities, r as necessary to emergency situations, after-hours pages (including scheduled weekends and holidays) regarding urgent needs, such as unplanned family arrivals, medical emergencies for guests or conflicts requiring law enforcement.
• Encourage adherence to programs guidelines and coordinate a solution when violations occur.
• Utilize our digital guest registry system to create room reservations and track pertinent and appropriate guest information to ensure seamless support throughout their stay
• Assess bedroom availability for incoming families and assign bedrooms according to number of guests, potential length of stay and other needs of the families
• Complete incident reports and submit within 24 hours of occurrence, informing supervisor and other staff members of any unusual incidents.
• Act as an extension of the Community Engagement team, serving as a lead or co-lead for meal groups, baking groups and activities groups volunteering within programs.
• Provide coverage at “Welcome Desk” locations as well as other duties in the absence of volunteer support.
• Direct, train, and oversee volunteers performing essential program support functions such as meal provision, guest welcome, housekeeping, and special projects.
• Welcome family guests and visitors, providing tours and information.
• Be knowledgeable of the program location security system and features (ie. key activation, camera operation, etc.).
• Regular participation in meetings and trainings as requested by program leadership.
• Complete all data entry, record keeping, and documentation for the shift.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Basic Life, Short-term, and long-term disability, voluntary employee/spouse/child life insurance
• Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, and Commuter Benefit Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• PTO

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed