Administrator Jobs in Palos Park, 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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Social Work Case Manager

  • Hinsdale, IL (9 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (9 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Maintains clinical competency and current knowledge of community resources, post-acute care providers and payor requirements to perform job responsibilities....

Benefits Specialist

  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Benefits Specialist 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars Chicago, IL 60606 Hybrid work Job Title: Benefits Specialist Location: Chicago, IL Industry: Higher Education Pay: $26.00 - $33.00 / hour About Our...

Business Office Coordinator

  • Westmont, IL (10 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westmont, IL (10 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 3 days ago

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships...

Logistics & Office Coordinator

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (24 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (24 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Logistics & Office Coordinator Location: Elk Grove Village, IL Industry: Manufacturing Pay: $50,000-$60,000/year About Our Client: Addison Group is partnering with a growing international...

Front Office Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII) is the worlds foremost advisor on executive leadership, driving superior client performance through premier human capital leadership advisory services. For more...

Homelessness Research and Evaluation Administrator

  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Social Services About the Agency: The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois....

Medical Billing & Benefits Specialist

  • Downers Grove, IL (13 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (13 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Role Description The Billing & Benefits Specialist is a critical element of the Skyway mission, which is to ensure that all team members, even those not providing direct clinical care, know and...

Payroll Compensation and Benefits Specialist

  • Wheaton, IL (18 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (18 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, administrators, the general public, etc. to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction Ensure compliance...

Policy Analyst (Lived Expert)

  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 11 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

Office Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 13 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 (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 15 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...

Business Office Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 19 days ago

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

Front Office Coordinator - Chicago (Streeterville), IL

  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 20 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...

Benefits Specialist

  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 21 days ago

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

Residential Administrator - Joliet

  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems. Since 1969,...

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Salary for Administrator Jobs in Palos Park, IL

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Highest Education Level

Administrators in Palos Park, IL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
45.6%
Bachelor's Degree
36.8%
Doctorate Degree
6.1%
Associate's Degree
5.1%
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 Palos Park, 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%