Programs Manager Jobs in Peoria, IL (NOW HIRING)

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Summary

The Program Manager for the Nursing Assistant program is primarily responsible for ensuring the program meets the established standards of Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). The manager is responsible for mentoring faculty to provide exceptional teaching in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings. The Program Manager will collaborate with the teaching team to continuously improve academic planning, assessment of student learning, achievement of learning outcomes, evaluation of program outcomes, and guide others to effectively address the diverse needs of students to enhance the quality of the Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Program.

This position will remain open till filled.

Compensation for the Program Manager- Certified Nursing Assistant is $62,358.40 - $71,718.40 annually.

In order to have a complete application, you must provide a resume, cover letter, transcripts, and license.

Essential Functions

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ensure the highest possible IDPH standards are adhered to for the Nursing Assistant Program.
• Manage the completion and submission of required schedules, reports and documentation, and maintenance records to ensure program meets or exceeds IDPH standards.
• Lead adjunct faculty in curriculum development and instructional advancement.
• Manage the coordination and scheduling of courses to facilitate effective teaching and alignment of learning activities.
• Direct oversight of coordinating program curriculum by overseeing syllabi, support materials, facilities, equipment, textbook adoptions, program policies, handbook, and clinical instruction.
• Facilitate assessment of course and program outcomes to enhance teaching and learning.
• Act as a program and institutional representative by establishing and maintaining working relationships with clinical agencies, community organizations, and professional organizations as well as attending professional meetings and/or conferences.
• Participate in and encourage faculty professional development to remain current with nursing education, workforce trends, and emerging technology.
• Maintain skills through professional development, continuing education, and scholarly activities appropriate to higher education and discipline.
• Actively serve on college, department, and program committees.
• Support student recruitment by promoting and publicizing the program through personal contact, College promotional activities, and other acceptable media.
• Actively participate in student advisement and orientation activities.
• Support college-wide initiatives and actively participates in organizational meetings.
• Conduct regular program faculty meetings and advisory meetings.
• Recommend adjunct faculty for hire and teaching assignments and arrange for or schedule substitutes.
• Provide appropriate documentation for student certification testing.
• Perform assigned responsibilities during the day, evening and/or weekend on any campus.
• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field.
• Current Illinois Professional Registered Nurse license or pursuing Illinois licensure.
• Exceptional leadership skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing.
• Two years of clinical experience working in skilled care, long-term care, or geriatrics.
• Current IDPH Train the Trainer certification of completion or working towards completion.
• Experience working in community college.
• Experience in program or project management.
• Experience teaching or training in an academic setting.
• Ability to serve a diverse population.

EEOC Statement

Illinois Central College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, order of protection status, use of VESSA rights, genetic information, military or veteran status (including discharge status), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

• paid time off;
• 11 paid holidays; 2 floating holidays
• medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance;
• tuition waivers for employee, spouse and dependent children;
• on-site childcare center;
• 403(b) retirement plans; and
• State University Retirement System pension plan.