Administrator Jobs in Chicago, IL

An Administrator in the social service industry is responsible for managing the daily operations of a social service entity, such as a nursing home, a social welfare agency, a community center, or a non-profit organization. They oversee the strategic planning, budgeting, and staffing, ensuring the services provided meet the community's needs and comply with government regulations. They also play a crucial role in creating and implementing policies, resolving conflicts, improving efficiency, and ensuring the satisfaction of both staff and service recipients.

An Administrator should possess strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. They should also have a sound understanding of social services, their regulations, and their impact on communities. Additionally, they must possess a strong acumen for business and management principles. Relevant bachelor's or master's degrees, as well as certain certifications, such as the Certified Social Work Case Manager (C-SWCM) or the Certified Advanced Social Work Case Manager (C-ASWCM), can be beneficial. Before becoming an Administrator, a person may have roles such as a Social Worker, Social Services Director, or Program Manager.

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Essential Functions Serves as Children's Behavioral Health Transformation Initiative Systems Administrator and statewide Administrator for Behavioral Health Care and Ongoing Navigation (BEACON) Provides...

Policy Analyst (Lived Expert)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Familiarity with CQI concepts and practices, particularly in human services or child welfare settings. Direct experience participating in or supporting CQI activities is a plus....

Remote Work

Front Office Coordinator - Hammond, IN

  • Hammond, IN (19 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hammond, IN (19 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Position Overview Greater Purpose and Core Values: Athleticos Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and...

Remote Benefits Specialist (Temp)

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Introduction Welcome to Gallagher – a global leader in insurance, risk management, and consulting services. With a growing team of more than 52,000 professionals worldwide, we empower businesses,...

Remote Work

Office Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

MISSION The Art Institute of Chicago shares its singular collections with our city and the world. We collect, care for, and interpret works of art across time, cultures, geographies, and...

Office Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities Part-time opportunity working three days per week in our Chicago office Welcome visitors, clients, and staff in a friendly, positive manner Answer multi-line phone with...

Grant and Contract Finance Administrator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Posted Job Title Grant and Contract Finance Administrator Job Profile Title Grant and Contract Finance Administrator Job Description Summary As a Grant and Contract Administrator, the role will serve...

Essential Functions Serves as Children's Behavioral Health Transformation Initiative Systems Administrator and statewide Administrator for Behavioral Health Care and Ongoing Navigation (BEACON) Provides...

Policy Analyst

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago

Qualifications - Seven (7) years of work experience in policy research and development, legislative research and analysis, or grants research and writing for programs and services, OR Graduation...

Business Office Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago

PURPOSE STATEMENT: Responsible for accurate, timely and complete documentation regarding insurance verification, billing and collections. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsible for auditing the...

One (1) year (12 months) of progressively more responsible full-time experience in the practice of social services/ agencies or medical/clinical setting maintaining acceptable standards of social work...

Child Life Specialist - Schaumburg

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Develops therapeutic relationships with patients and caregivers to provide a psychosocial assessment of their emotional support and overall coping needs....

Front Office Coordinator - Chicago (Streeterville), IL

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago

Position Overview Greater Purpose and Core Values: Athleticos Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and...

Administrative Supervisor - 13368

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and...

Benefits Specialist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

Beacon Hill has partnered with a non-profit organization in hiring a Benefits Administrator to start immediately!...

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Salary for Administrator Jobs in Chicago, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSocialServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Administrator positions.



Highest Education Level

Administrators in Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
45.6%
Bachelor's Degree
36.8%
Doctorate Degree
6.1%
Associate's Degree
5.2%
High School or GED
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Administrators in Chicago, IL
4-6 years
26.1%
2-4 years
18.4%
6-8 years
18.0%
1-2 years
17.4%
Less than 1 year
12.3%
8-10 years
5.9%
10+ years
1.8%