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Job DescriptionSalary: $25-$33/hr DOE Founded in 1982 as Joliet Area Community Hospice, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is an independentnonprofit healthcare provider licensed in 11 counties in northwest Illinois. We have a state-of-the-art facility and the first free standing in-patient Hospice Home in Illinois.We have over a 35-year history for providing compassionate professional care to terminally ill patients and their families.We are state licensed and Medicare/Medicaid certified. We are currently seeking a Part Time Grief Counselor for our far north suburbs. The Grief Counselor provides grief support services to both our hospice families and the community. This position will work 20 hours per week providing individual and family grief counseling, grief support group facilitation and outreach to hospice families as needed. Services to be provided in-person,in the field and via telehealth. Some evening hours required. Responsibilities include: Outreach to hospice families to determine their grief support needs. Responsible for providing a bereavement assessment of the familys needs and developing an individualized plan of care based on the bereavement assessment. Provide grief counseling to the bereaved on a time-limited basis as deemed helpful and appropriate. Provide pre-death bereavement assessment and/or counseling to high risk hospice individuals or families upon referral by the Director of Grief Support. Refer to the community those bereaved who need specialized or intense counseling and need additional community resources as needed. Maintain clinical records related to grief support services performed. Promote grief education and team support among the hospice team on an individual or group basis. Participate in the Interdisciplinary Team Meetings in determining grief support needs of hospice families. The successful candidate will have a Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field and be a Licensed Professional Counselor or LSW with a minimum of one year experience. This position is not eligible for benefits. For additional information on Lightways benefit package, please visit Lightways.org and click on Careers.

We are currently seeking an Operations Performance Lead to join the Legal Services Operations Team. This role will report to the Operational Performance Director and is based out of our Schaumburg, IL HQ office. This role will be hybrid and will require you to be in the office 3 days a week. In this role you will lead moderate complexity projects, assess and execute on process improvements, and review and manage the risk management framework for the Legal Services organization. In addition, this role provides operational support for strategic objectives and key initiatives for the department. This may include new procedure documentation and roll-out, training facilitation & support, change management, and results tracking. The right candidate will bring advanced knowledge in risk & controls, operational efficiencies, creative problem solving, analytical skills and the ability to support multiple operational areas of focus. The Operations Performance Lead: Leads, develops, and executes cross departmental projects that ensure effective processes, protocols, policies, and controls are in place to support the Legal Services function Ensures the appropriate documentation and communication of established policies, procedures and operating standards are completed for area of responsibility. Regularly monitors activities to identify potential risks and issues of noncompliance. Guides in the development, implementation, and institutionalization of best practices around execution and change management to support those practices Provides methodologies and tools to sponsors and team members to support initiatives and institutionalize processes and documentation Takes a holistic approach to identifying business improvement opportunities, developing solutions, managing initiatives and identifying the resources required Works with management to drive continuous improvement in operational performance through creative problem solving. Ensures appropriate management practices are effectively utilized throughout the life cycle to improve execution and delivery of results Provides departmental operational support driven by the Legal Services strategic objectives and goals Basic Qualifications: Bachelors Degree and 6 or more years of experience in Project Management, Operations, or Risk and Governance OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 8 or more years of experience in Project Management, Operations, or Risk and Governance OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including an Associate Degree and 6 or more years of experience in Project Management, Operations, or Risk and Governance AND Experience in strategic and operational consulting Project management experience Preferred Qualifications: Project Management Certification (PMP) Strong verbal and written communication skills In-depth, strong problem solving analytical skills Management/general consultancy experience Proficiency in using process mapping software Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $108,200.00 - $177,100.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.] Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500 . Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM - Schaumburg Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-GR1 #LI-ASSOCIATE #LI-HYBRID

Zurich North America is hiring an Applications Support Center Manager to join our team! We are open to hiring talent remote in Illinois. Purpose: Responsible for function, staff and activities associated with the identification, prioritization and management of work load. Oversees first level, second level, and back desk technical and supervisory support for IT issues and service requests, to internal Zurich staff and partners, delivering an excellent customer experience in line with departmental service standards. Key Accountabilities: Provides comprehensive and expanded first and second level help desk support for IT incidents, problems and service requests. Conducts problem determination, and resolves incidents involving highly complex issues using documented procedures and available tools. Updates documented procedures and tools based on in depth experience and knowledge gained from actual use incorporating these updates into revised versions of the procedures and tools. Escalates to internal partners or external vendors while meeting or exceeding defined service level expectations. Resolves problems escalated from within the Help Desk, providing resolution knowledge and feedback to less experienced staff. Initiates escalation as appropriate to ensure management awareness of severe problems or problems that are exceeding documented target resolution times. Actively participates in end user and Help Desk analyst training by providing materials, conducting training, or attending training in the role of subject matter expert. Develops and implements continuous service improvement initiatives, provides service desk performance reporting and analysis and acts as deputy for service desk manager. Business Travel, as required Extended Hours during Peak Periods/Shift Work/Holiday Work, as required Regular Predictable Attendance Visibility in the Office, as required Helpdesk is an operation, which requires flexible working hours depending on local needs. Basic Qualifications: Bachelors Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Application Support area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Application Support area AND Must work flexible schedules Knowledge of proprietary applications and support processes Preferred Qualifications: Experience with problem management system, preferably Peregrine Service Center and/or Remedy Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us. The proposed Salary range for this position is $65,900.00 - $107,900.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.] Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500 . Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM - Illinois Virtual Office, AM - Remote Work (US) Remote Working: Yes Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-JM1 #LI-ASSOCIATE #LI-REMOTE

Zurich North America is currently hiring a Business Systems Analyst III - Property working out of our Schaumburg, IL North America Headquarters supporting our property business. Responsibilities: Provides 2nd level production support for Large Property Underwriting application, assisting users in troubleshooting application issues, identifying training needs and working with development team as needed to resolve issues or create defect logs to resolve in an upcoming release Coordinates and leads activities with Product Owner/business stakeholders to gather detailed requirements from through interviews, documentation and facilitated working sessions for approved projects and enhancements. Monitors business decisions and manages requirements documentation and communication. Leads analysis of requirements to determine the systems' potential and defines impact to other business units and systems. In addition, provides input to the development effort. Creates process models based on business requirements in order to determine the completeness of the information and process components. Provides Customers with cost/benefit analysis, risk assessment, scope definition of proposed requirements. Guides users in building business case; Performs impact analysis; Supports application testing, implementation and training activities throughout the process. Leads individual or sub project tasks affecting single or multiple business and IT departments. Evaluates project impact through consultation with the business, regulatory, Information Technology management, development, quality assurance, validation, and training teams. Performs system configuration and integration testing including the functionality, performance and fit to ensure original requirements are met. Performs production deployment checkout testing during release deployment, at minimum quarterly, additional releases as needed Evaluates project impact through consultation with the business, regulatory, Information Technology management, development, quality assurance, validation, and training teams. Manages work plans, timelines and budgets. Evaluates relative feedback and Return On Investment to effectively prioritize projects. Evaluates project impact through consultation with the business, regulatory, Information Technology management, development, quality assurance, validation, and training teams. Partners with stakeholders to identify necessary department resources to meet defined objectives. Performs business process modeling and re-engineering based on business requirements in order to determine the completeness of the information and process components. Utilizes Unified Modeling Language tools in creating Use Cases, Class and Sequence Diagrams based on the product design documentation. Mentors team members in technology, architecture and delivery of applications. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Computer Science or Engineering and 8 or more years of experience in the Information Technology area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Information Technology area AND Process reengineering; LEAN/Six Sigma experience Experience with process modeling tools. Insurance application system design/analysis experience Experience with use case development. Experience with Rapid Application Development (RAD) tools/techniques. Preferred Qualifications: Strong analytical skills Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools Solid understanding of and experience with Zurich underwriting applications and Large Property underwriting workflow Commercial insurance experience (preferred experience with Large Property) Strong analytical and planning skills Ability to effectively manage changing priorities Strong written and verbal communications skills Experience with change management tools/methodologies In-depth experience with testing scenarios execution Certified Business Analyst Professional (CBAP) Advanced Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) skills Consulting experience Experience in an analytical role on complex enterprise projects In-depth knowledge of insurance business processes and processing Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed salary range for this position is $94,050.00 - $154,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.] Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500 . Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM - Schaumburg Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: Yes Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-MG1 #LI-ASSOCIATE

Zurich North America is currently hiring an Underwriting Account Service Associate to join the {Insert Major Unit} team! As an Underwriting Account Service Associate, you will support and work closely with experienced Underwriters in the review and analysis of risks. You will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your research and analytical skills to effectively assess risk and grow your career. At Zurich North America we acknowledge that work life-balance and flexibility are a priority when it comes to choosing your next career move. Designed with our employees' needs in mind, the ZNA hybrid work model emphasizes flexibility, allowing employees to conduct individual work in their preferred location, while facilitating in-person connections and collaborative activities when meaningful and valuable. While the model provides a high level of flexibility and autonomy, occasional circumstances requiring in-office attendance should be expected. This is a hybrid work position, however, the candidate selected for this opportunity should be able to report into one of the following North American office locations: {Insert Location(s)}. In this role you will be responsible for: Reviews, evaluates, and summarizes risk exposures, controls, loss history, and financial condition to aid underwriting decisions around submission acceptance or declination. Follows instructions from Underwriters in areas of policy rating, subjective pricing, policy construction, coverages & exclusions, mandatory forms, etc. to accurately quote and issue policies. Provides account servicing support in collaboration with Underwriter and Manager, with responsibility for end-to-end servicing processes for new business, renewals, and endorsements for basic to moderately complex business and products. Responds to written, verbal telephone inquiries appropriately and on time under close supervision by Underwriter and/or Manager. Working collaboratively with assigned underwriters. Supports Underwriter with broker/agent/distributor/customer interactions by providing basic customer service skills. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and no prior experience in the Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance area OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including Associate Degree and no prior experience in the Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance area AND Knowledge of data collection and analysis Microsoft Office experience Preferred Qualifications: Insurance industry knowledge Knowledge of processing, rating and policy management systems used in the insurance industry Strong verbal and written communication skills Superior skills in relationship building, active listening with customers and coworkers Customer service experience Enjoys working with details and providing accurate data in a timely manner Self-directed to meet deadlines Multi-tasking skills 5% Travel Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. For this position, the salary is $48,610 - $70,000, plus a short-term incentive bonus of 5%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.] Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500 . Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): Houston, TX or Dallas, TX Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-MM1 #LI-HYBRID

Zurich North America is currently looking for a Product Specialists to join our Product Development Team. This role will report to the Product Development and Regulatory Certification Leader. Location is virtual with some office presence depending on your location. In this role you will have occasional travel opportunities but will not require travel on a regular basis. In this role you will use your expertise within Specialty Lines insurance as well as Commercial Property and Casualty lines of business to help construct policies, create coverage enhancements, write manuscript endorsements and provide product guidance to underwriters. You will also assist with competitive analyses, product updates for new regulations, and will work with and update our internal tools. Responsibilities for this role include: Lead the development and implementation of underwriting solutions (e.g. product development) for Specialty, Commercial Property and Casualty Lines of Business Identify market standard product opportunities based upon the latest product line, industry trends, and emerging risks Maintain and promote existing strategic partnerships both internally and externally Advise the Business Unit and Underwriters in responding to coverage requests and drafts language for specific transactions and portfolio coverage enhancements Promote a consistent approach to coverage through adherence to an established coverage philosophy Structure new endorsements consistently and maintain the endorsement library with relevant updates and modifications Support underwriting strategy and product development by incorporating lessons learned from competitor forms and approaches to coverage in new products Participate in compliance-related queries, including state regulatory exams and insurance department inquiries Lead product refreshes (e.g. updating pre-existing coverages and endorsements) by managing form and endorsement drafting, leading reviews with Corporate Law and Claims Legal, and managing the filing process and Departments of Insurance review and approval process Analyzes and develops solutions pertaining to Insurance Regulatory requirements with respect to product filings within scope of underwriting Basic Qualifications: JD and 6 or more years of experience of law practice specializing in the insurance area Preferred Qualifications: Specialty, Commercial Property and Casualty lines product experience, including product creation, drafting coverage enhancements and manuscript endorsements Coverage experience Experience working with state regulators Strong organizational and analytical skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $96,000.00 - $157,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.] Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500 . Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM - Remote Work (US), AM - Schaumburg Remote Working: Yes Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-AW1 #LI-ASSOCIATE #LI-HYBRID

Work Where You Matter! At St. Croix Hospice we guide patients and families through the end-of-life journey. Through compassionate care, we focus on our patient's quality of life, empowering them to make the most of their time with dignity, comfort and respect. If you are ready to be part of an extraordinary team of caregivers, then come work where you matter. Massage Therapist Position Overview The Massage Therapist provides patients and their families with the natural benefit of physical therapeutic touch through individualized massage therapy services which meet the unique needs of each patient. The Massage Therapists works under the direction of the Manager of Clinical Services in collaboration with the patient's RN Case Manager and according to the individualized Plan of Care. Essential Functions and Skills * Provides direct massage therapy at the direction of the Clinical Supervisor or Manager of Clinical Services in accordance with the plan of care. * Assesses patient and referral for appropriate medical indication for services and performs assessment to determine effectiveness of therapy. * Directs and aids patients through massage therapy interventions to assist with alleviating symptoms of anxiety, depression, isolation, agitation, restlessness, sleeplessness, pain, muscle tension, circulation, stiffness, contractures, limited mobility, relaxation, and comfort. * Utilizes interventions such as but not limited to: Swedish Massage, Comfort Touch, Energy work, and compressions. * Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition to the * Clinical Supervisor or Manager of Clinical Services and other pertinent staff. * Provides education and awareness to clinical team regarding appropriateness or contraindications for therapy treatment. * Maintains necessary records; clinical notes, charting, coordination notes, which will be incorporated into the patient's clinical record within 24-48 hours of session and modified as needed. * Participates in interdisciplinary group and organization in-service education program as needed. * Participates in the quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities as needed. * Responsible for maintaining compliance with all HIPAA regulations and requirements. Treats all patient information as confidential and utilizes protected health information on a minimum necessary basis. * Performs other duties as assigned.

Zurich North America is currently hiring a M365 Copilot Studio Engineer and this person will work in a hybrid schedule out of our Schaumburg North America HQ. Responsible for designing, building and optimizing intelligent copilots using Microsoft Copilot Studio. This role blends engineering expertise with user-centric design philosophy to deliver scalable, secure and high-performing AI assistants to enhance productivity and decision making. Responsibilities: Familiarity with Microsoft 365 Copilot ecosystem holistically Experience with Low-code development (Power Platform) Understanding of AI orchestration and data integration Apply prompt engineering and RAG techniques to improve contextual accuracy Develop CI/CD pipelines for agent deployment and updates Create telemetry dashboards and alerting mechanisms for proactive issue resolution Knowledge of governance, compliance, and security in enterprise environments. Design conversation flows and intents based on desired solution and outcomes. Develop custom actions to extend agent functionality. Implement modular design philosophy with agent-to-agent workflows to support reusability. Collaborate with UX designers or apply principles to ensure intuitive user experience. Prototype and test agent interactions for usability and effectiveness and measure user feedback. Apply Zurich standard AI principles to architecture and design. Conduct appropriate reviews, unit testing and user testing. Implement data logging for observability and diagnostics. Maintain documentation for architecture, flows and configurations. Ensure compliance with privacy and security teams and ensure resiliency. Work with junior engineers and designers in ZCC MX team to iteratively develop solutions. Engage stakeholders to gather requirements and refine use cases. Analyze user feedback and system data to improve agent experience. Stay current with Copilot product developments and releases and continuously improve products. Contribute to user education and adoption throughout the development and deployment lifecycle. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and 7 or more years of experience in the Application Design and Development area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 9 or more years of experience in the Application Design and Development area Preferred Qualifications: Experience integrating Copilot studio with enterprise systems, APIs, and data sources. Strong collaboration skills with local and global product managers, business analysts, UX designers and business leaders Experience designing, developing, and implementing Copilot agentic solutions across ZNA business units. Experience maintaining all appropriate security, governance/compliance and ethical expectations. Experience improving technology through agile approach. Insurance or financial services background Strong communication skills Strong problem solving and analytical skills Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed salary range for this position is $108,130.00 - $177,100.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.] Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500 . Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM - Schaumburg Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: Yes Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-MG1 #LI-ASSOCIATE

Job Description Job Title: Contracted Meals Chief Department: Social Enterprise Reports to: General Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Salary Range: $57,200 To apply: Visit **************************************************** OVERVIEW In an atmosphere of dignity and respect, Inspiration Corporation connects people and creates opportunities through access to social services, job training, housing, and food. Each year, Inspiration Corporation works with hundreds of resilient Chicagoans who face systemic disparities and inequities, such as homelessness, hunger, and social isolation. In order to help individuals and families overcome these barriers, we provide dedicated support coupled with housing, job training, scholarships, meals, and engagement services. Inspiration Corporation meets people where they are in life, helping them access the support they need and achieve their personal goals. Inspiration Corporation programs are voluntary, and all service needs and goals are participant-driven. Our case management philosophy is strength-based and trauma-informed. Inspiration Corporation practices harm reduction and focuses on reducing or minimizing the harm associated with high-risk behavior through motivational interviewing. Inspiration Kitchens is a restaurant, catering and foodservice training social enterprise of Inspiration Corporation. The restaurant prepares contemporary American cuisine and is top-rated in the Chicagoland community (4+ stars on Yelp, featured on Check Please!). Inspiration Kitchens' culinary skills job training program for low-income job seekers equips participants with basic culinary, sanitation and restaurant operations skills and offers participants paid, on-the-job experience. Proceeds from Inspiration Kitchens' restaurant and catering help the affiliate nonprofit agency Inspiration Corporation provide social services, employment training and housing to people who are affected by homelessness and poverty. At Inspiration Corporation, employees embody our mission by demonstrating the following Core Values: Integrity - We cultivate trusting, collaborative relationships rooted in mutual respect and accountability. Growth - We encourage personal development, curiosity and being open to new possibilities. Equity - We recognize each person's inherent rights and advocate for inclusive access to resources and opportunities. Resilience - We persevere and seek solutions that celebrate our strength in the face of adversity, while practicing and encouraging self-care. Hospitality - We create uplifting, accepting, and nourishing connections with everyone who comes through our doors. Inspiration Corporation believes that these values are central to our work with participants and one another, and they create a culture we all have a stake in. Position Summary The Contracted Meals Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning; execution of meal preparation, production and packaging; and delivery of up to 1,500 daily meals to the Shelter Placement and Resource Center (SPARC). Daily meal production is breakfast, lunch and dinner, on a 7 day-a-week basis, including holidays, and the regular work schedule for this position is Friday through Tuesday. The position is part of the Restaurant Operations team, which along with the Foodservice Training & Employment team, make up the Inspiration Kitchens Social Enterprise team. The Contracted Meals Chef supervises a team of four part-time staff, collaborates with the Restaurant Chef, Lead Chef Instructor and Kitchen Training Specialist to engage students and graduates of the agency's Foodservice Training & Employment Program in hands-on training opportunities in the production of contracted meals and contributes to achieving the goals of Inspiration Kitchens. The position serves on the agency's Leadership Team and reports to the General Manager. Key Responsibilities General Demonstrate Inspiration Corporation's core values. Ensure the efficient and effective provision of services with dignity and respect in accordance with the agency's mission. Uphold Policies and Procedures of Inspiration Corporation and Inspiration Kitchens. Work with all departments as appropriate to ensure that the needs of the agency's participants, programming, and operations are addressed. Attend department, cross-department, and agency meetings and training. Serve on the agency's Leadership Team. Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager or Manager on Duty. Contracted Meal Production & Performance: Serve as the primary point of contact for the contractor and work with the General Manager to ensure adherence to contract terms and service level agreements. Prepare and oversee the production of daily meals for 200-400 people; during extreme weather alerts, contractor may request additional meals to meet increased needs beyond 400 people; ensure quality standards for all meals. Coordinate with Cafe Kitchen Manager to utilize recovered food in the production of contracted meals. Support agency's food recovery efforts which include: organizing recovered food from partners to ensure proper storage, rotation, freshness, food safety and efficient utilization by the agency's programs and social enterprise; recording weights and types of donated goods to maintain accurate donation data; maintaining basic inventory and distribution logs for accurate reporting, internally and with food recovery partners and assisting with communication and logistics related to pickups and drop offs with food recovery partners. Coordinate and oversee daily meal deliveries to the contractor, ensuring timely arrival and proper handling; promptly notify the contractor if meal delivery will be outside the agreed upon delivery time periods and provide estimated time of delivery. Develop, manage and communicate efficient bi-weekly schedules for meal transport and delivery routes to contracted meals team, Restaurant Chef and Lead Chef Instructor. Ensure the labeling of each prepared meal container to be delivered to contractor contains the following information: description of food; date of production; portion size, such as ounces, cups or individual pieces, and number of portions and instructions with respect to maintaining the food in a safe manner. As requested by contractor, order and purchase cases of bottled water, instant coffee, plates, cups with lids, plastic cutlery with napkins, shelf stable snacks and other items for consuming meals, snacks and beverages for delivery to contractor's loading dock; monitor and maintain adequate supply level needed by contractor. Monitor meal quality, presentation, portion control, and dietary compliance, conducting regular inspections of the food and soliciting feedback from the contractor. Maintain weekly meal schedule; prepare and communicate bi-weekly meal production schedule and clean-up to contracted meals team, Restaurant Chef and Lead Chef Instructor to ensure contracted meals are produced and delivered on-time and supported when needed. Monitor and manage key performance metrics, including daily food and supplies cost per person, on-time meal production and delivery, food waste, and full compliance with all health and safety standards. Maintain and ensure food safety and sanitation standards are followed in compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding safe and sanitary preparation, production, storage, packaging, handling and delivery of food and beverages. Address and resolve any issues or discrepancies with the contractor promptly and effectively. Participate in at least quarterly meetings with the General Manager and the contractor to review performance, address concerns, and plan for future needs. Team Leadership & Supervision: Recruit, hire, train, and supervise contracted meals team members regarding production, quality and food safety and sanitation; ensure entire team is trained and able to execute meal preparation and delivery; provide clear direction, support, and performance feedback to the team. Ensure individual and team performance meet contracted meals objectives and contractor's expectations; plan and lead daily team briefings and ensure daily team briefings occur when absent. Collaborate and coordinate with General Manager, Restaurant Chef and Lead Chef Instructor to ensure meal production and delivery schedule with adequate staffing is executed, including when absent. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment. Operational Excellence: Maintain accurate records related to meal counts, deliveries, inventory of any on-site supplies, and incident reports. Manage any on-site meal preparation or finishing equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and cleanliness. Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality. Manage budget for operational food, supplies, and minor equipment needs; oversee food inventory and labor expenses to ensure daily meal costs per person remain within budget. Qualifications Experience/ Skills/ Attributes Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in food service management, catering management, or a similar role, with demonstrated experience managing external vendors/contracts. Proven experience in staff scheduling and logistical coordination, preferably in a high-volume setting. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and scheduling software. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to issue resolution. Obtaining and maintaining a valid State of Illinois Foodservice Sanitation Manager Certification and City of Chicago Food Safety Manager Certification required (Inspiration Corporation will cover costs of training and licensing). A clean driving record is required, along with a current, valid, state issued driver's license. If the applicant is under 25 or over 65 years of age, an MVR (Motor Vehicle Report) demonstrating a clear driving record must be provided. Highly reliable and dependable, consistently available to work a full 40-hour week, with a regular schedule from Friday through Tuesday. Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and client satisfaction. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. A positive attitude and strong customer service orientation are important. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts for menu planning. REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is regularly required to stand. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50-60 pounds. Work Environment & Schedule This is a full-time position, requiring 40 hours per week. While this position is a 5-day work week, flexibility in specific workdays is essential due to operational demands. Hours will typically cover critical delivery and meal service periods (breakfast, lunch, and dinner coordination). The role involves a mix of administrative tasks and on-site oversight of meal operations, including meal preparation and delivery. Inspiration Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Powered by JazzHR AdtsO8WubL

Job Description $56,650.00 To apply: Visit **************************************************** In an atmosphere of dignity and respect, Inspiration Corporation connects people and creates opportunity through access to social services, job training, housing, and food. Each year, Inspiration Corporation works with hundreds of resilient Chicagoans who face systemic disparities and inequities, such as homelessness, hunger, and social isolation. In order to help individuals and families overcome these barriers, we provide dedicated support coupled with housing, job training, scholarships, meals and engagement services. Inspiration Corporation meets people where they are in life, helping them access the support they need and achieve their personal goals. Inspiration Corporation programs are voluntary, and all service needs and goals are participant-driven. Our case management philosophy is strengths-based and trauma-informed. Inspiration Corporation practices harm reduction and focuses on reducing or minimizing the harm associated with high-risk behavior through motivational interviewing. At Inspiration Corporation, employees embody our mission by demonstrating the following Core Values: Integrity - We cultivate trusting, collaborative relationships rooted in mutual respect and accountability. Growth - We encourage personal development, curiosity and being open to new possibilities. Equity - We recognize each person's inherent rights and advocate for inclusive access to resources and opportunities. Resilience - We persevere and seek solutions that celebrate our strength in the face of adversity, while practicing and encouraging self-care. Hospitality - We create uplifting, accepting, and nourishing connections with everyone who comes through our doors. Inspiration Corporation believes that these values are central to our work with participants and one another, and they create a culture we all have a stake in. Position Summary Senior Housing Case Managers support individuals and families in meeting their goals by assisting them in obtaining and maintaining housing. In addition to providing case management, Senior Housing Case Managers' positions are highly administrative and include specialized and more complex rental and leasing duties. Senior Housing Case Managers will be assigned to serve any/or all of the following populations based on program need: individuals, families, domestic violence survivors, victims of dating violence and stalking, individuals with serious mental illness, substance use disorders, chronic health conditions, physical and mental illness and impairment, criminal justice-involvement, DCFS involvement etc. Senior Housing Case Managers could be assigned to work program model types based on program need, including: Permanent Housing, Permanent Supportive Housing, Transitional Housing, Rapid Re-Housing etc. Inspiration Corporation's Housing Services department follows a Harm Reduction and Housing First perspective. Services are trauma-informed, participant-centered, and strengths-based. General Demonstrate Inspiration Corporation's Core Values. Exhibit professionalism and high standards in all aspects of performance. Ensure the efficient and effective provision of housing services with dignity and respect in accordance with the agency's mission. Work with all departments as appropriate to ensure that the needs of the agency's participants are addressed. Participate in department and agency meetings and professional development. Work both independently and on a team. Travel throughout the City of Chicago to provide case management services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned: Housing Services Ensure that all established program goals are met or exceeded. This includes, maintaining regular monthly contact with all assigned participants and their landlords, supporting program participants as needed to ensure they do not return to homelessness, and meeting and/or exceeding programmatic goals defined internally and by funders. Assess new referrals' eligibility for services and enroll eligible participants into programs in a timely fashion. Find apartments for participants when needed, conduct inspections, establish and maintain relationships with landlords or property managers, and facilitate execution and renewal of leases. Advocate on behalf of participants to promote housing quality and stability. Assist participants with moving and obtaining furniture, home supplies, and other needs Case Management Assess participants' potential barriers to maintaining stable housing. Provide them with coaching, support and referrals to improve housing retention, stability, quality of life and self-sufficiency (e.g. providing support with: budgeting life skills, tenancy skills, communication skills etc.) Work with assigned participants to assist in the creation of goal-based action plans and revise them when necessary. Provide coaching, case management and other support to make progress on their goal-based action plans including working with partners and children. Maintain regular contact, including visits to participants' apartments. Support participants in meeting their employment goals with referrals or direct services. Provide resources, referrals and follow-up for household members to meet families' comprehensive needs and advocate on behalf of participants to ensure they receive needed services. Identify strategies to address any short-term or chronic issues, such as substance use or mental illness, which might compromise achievement of goals and trigger relapse into homelessness. Ensure that all school-age children are enrolled in school by obtaining necessary documentation and that children under 5 have appropriate developmental assessments. Maintain case notes on participants' progress and complete all required tracking and reports in a timely manner. Work with housing staff to organize and facilitate tenant surveys, obtain tenant feedback and facilitate tenant meetings as needed. Program Support Maintain appropriate and timely data collection and reporting as required for internal management reports, external funding sources, and regulatory agencies. Prepare for and participate in program audits. Provide suggestions to senior staff to develop new or modify existing services, policies and protocols to meet the needs of program participants in alignment with the agency's strategic directions. Contribute to the development and evaluation of the housing program. Leasing and Rental Support Complete timely rent certifications and recertifications as required and when requested by program participants. Send (re)certifications reminders in advance and work closely with the program participant to ensure accuracy is achieved when conducting (re)certifications. Properly notify participant of rent changes/updates. Monitor utility allowance changes annually and update tenant portions. Promptly rectify missing, short, and late rent and utility payments. Collect W-9's from landlords and review for accuracy. Draft and review leases and riders to ensure compliance with city, state, and federal laws. Respond in a timely fashion to 5-day, 10-day, 30-day (and other) non-compliance notices. Quickly outreach and correspond with program leadership and general counsel to address tenancy violations, concerns, notices, and other pertinent matters as they arise. Create payment plans and help participants to resolve rent arrears Perform housing quality, lead-based paint visual, and other apartment inspections as required. Promptly follow up on reports of Elevated Blood Levels (EBL) Conduct manual and automated rent reasonableness assessments Liase with landlords to prevent and address any issues that would impact participants' housing stability. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the education, experience and skills necessary for the position. Access to a personal vehicle to be used regularly for home visits and meetings and valid driver's license and insurance required. Some positions may not require access to a vehicle full-time. Bachelor's Degree or equivalent life experience required; graduate-level studies preferred. Degrees in Social Work or related field preferred. Two years' work experience in case management in a non-profit setting with homeless or impoverished populations preferred and/or significant life experience preferred. Proficiency in Windows operating environments, Microsoft Office required. Experience with electronic record-keeping preferred. Familiarity with the Chicago Continuum of Care, HUD and municipal and state housing laws preferred. Ability to work independently and think critically required. Active listening and the ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk up and down steps, and drive throughout the city of Chicago. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10-20 pounds. Must be approved to drive agency vehicles. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The working environment may include: shared offices, in-person visits to participants' homes, accompanying participants to referrals or partner agencies, remote work or hybrid work model with remote and office hours scheduled. The housing program is located at Inspiration Corporation's main office and shares work space with the agency's meals and homeless engagement services programs. Maintains standard office hours. Attends evening, weekend, and early morning meetings and functions as required. Inspiration Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Powered by JazzHR uQ0vYlJGDH

Zurich North America is hiring a Financial Reporting Manager to join our team! We are open to hiring talent in our Schaumburg office location. In this role you will be responsible for: Review monthly/quarterly close tasks, including journal entries, reconciliations and other supporting schedules. Deliver management financial statements and analysis of results. Review of quarterly IFRS submissions to Group. Review of quarterly/annual statutory filings, including separate accounts. Develop a good working knowledge of relevant IFRS and statutory accounting principles. Delivers solutions for large, highly complex projects. Basic Qualifications: Bachelors Degree and 10 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 12 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area AND 6 or more years of managerial experience Knowledge and experience using accounting principles Preferred Qualifications: Insurance industry experience Public accounting experience Accounting and reporting experience. Project management experience Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office experience Strong verbal and written communication skills CPA MBA Advanced general ledger transactional experience Technology experience related to General ledger, financial reporting systems, Business Objects or other query tools Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $113,100.00 - $185,100.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.] Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500 . Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM - Schaumburg Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-JM1 #LI-DIRECTOR #LI-HYBRID

Zurich (Schaumburg, IL) seeks a Senior Data Scientist to prepare data sets in various types and from various sources to build predictive models and work closely with business stakeholders to understand their challenges and provide advanced analytical solutions. Specific duties include: design, prototype, and deploy interactive Generative AI applications-such as document chatbots, summarization tools, and retrieval systems-using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) framework and Streamlit built on Databricks Apps; conduct research and development on document retrieval techniques, including large-document parsing and ingestion using Azure Document Intelligence and Unstructured for complex formats; implement tabular data chunking and metadata preservation using LangChain and Unstructured; optimize vector search index structures and embedding strategies with Azure AI Search and LlamaIndex; and perform large language model (LLM) evaluation and assessment using tools like Ragas and Hugging Face; build, train, and deploy production-grade machine learning and NLP models for tasks such as document classification, entity recognition, and keyword extraction, leveraging Azure Databricks or similar cloud-based infrastructure; develop standardized frameworks and key metrics for predictive model performance monitoring using Databricks Model Serving and Inference Tables; implement monitoring and logging to ensure model accuracy, reliability, and compliance; perform exploratory data analysis (EDA) on insurance datasets using Python libraries (pandas, numpy, seaborn, PySpark) and SQL to uncover insights and support modeling strategies; and collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into scalable ML solutions, support data ingestion and extraction, and assist in building Power BI dashboards. Option to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. Position requires a Master's degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a closely related field of study, plus 2 years of experience in the job offered, or as a Data Scientist, or similar position preparing data sets in various types and from various sources build predictive models. Must have 2 years of experience with each of the following: developing predictive models and applying machine learning algorithms including regression, classification, clustering, and decision trees using Python and associated data science libraries including Pandas, Numpy, and Scikit-learn; working with Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques, including document classification, entity extraction, and summarization; using SQL queries for database management; communicating technical findings through data visualization tools including Power BI; and collaborating with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Option to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. Full time position. Apply by submitting your resumes at Zurichna.com/en/careers, Job ID: 129534 At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply, as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The salary indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $114,400. Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500 . Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM - Schaumburg Remote Working: Yes Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-DNI #NAAIA

Founded in 1982 as Joliet Area Community Hospice, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is an independent, nonprofit healthcare provider licensed in 11 counties in northwest Illinois. We provide exceptional serious illness care, hospice care and grief support for adults and children. The majority of our direct patient care is in the field with Lightways team members providing care in the home, nursing facility or assisted living facility. We also have a 24-bed inpatient unit in Joliet. Non-clinical staff are based out of our Joliet administrative offices. We currently have a part time opening for a Triage RN working 24 hours per week. The Triage RN works two (2) twelve (12) hour shifts weekly from 8 am - 8:30 pm and requires flexibility in days of the week. This position responds to calls from patients/families regarding symptom/pain management and responds in a timely manner. Also facilitates implementation of orders by coordinating medications and DME through the appropriate vendors. Completes various reports as required. Directs staff on assignments after hours and weekends/holidays. This position does rotate weekends and holidays working in Triage. Candidates must have availability to work from Joliet office as needed. This position requires an RN with a minimum of two (2) years hospice experience. Incumbent should possess excellent interpersonal and time management skills. Also have the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately. This is a non-benefit position.

Job DescriptionJob Title: Kitchen Training Specialist Department: Workforce Development Reports to: Workforce Development Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Schedule Tuesday-Saturday 8 am - 4 pm Salary range $50,925-$53,045 To apply: Visit **************************************************** Overview In an atmosphere of dignity and respect, Inspiration Corporation connects people and creates opportunity through access to social services, job training, housing, and food. Each year, Inspiration Corporation works with hundreds of resilient Chicagoans who face systemic disparities and inequities, such as homelessness, hunger, and social isolation. In order to help individuals and families overcome these barriers, we provide dedicated support coupled with housing, job training, scholarships, meals and engagement services. Inspiration Corporation meets people where they are in life, helping them access the support they need and achieve their personal goals. At Inspiration Corporation, employees live this mission by demonstrating the following Core Values. Inspiration Corporation believes that these Core Values are what makes the organization one of Chicago's leading facilitators of personal transformation, and a great place to work: At Inspiration Corporation, employees embody our mission by demonstrating the following Core Values: Integrity - We cultivate trusting, collaborative relationships rooted in mutual respect and accountability. Growth - We encourage personal development, curiosity and being open to new possibilities. Equity - We recognize each person's inherent rights and advocate for inclusive access to resources and opportunities. Resilience - We persevere and seek solutions that celebrate our strength in the face of adversity, while practicing and encouraging self-care. Hospitality - We create uplifting, accepting, and nourishing connections with everyone who comes through our doors. POSITION SUMMARY The key responsibilities are to support the success of foodservice training participants during our 12-week program offered at no cost to them in our social enterprise restaurant. The Kitchen Training Specialist supports participants in meeting their employment and economic security goals through helping them gain culinary and career skills so that they can obtain and maintain employment, participating in restaurant and catering activities; assessing and documenting progress, assisting with restaurant and catering activities, maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen; to work with foodservice training and restaurant/catering operations teams to coordinate training and operations activities; occasional pick-up and deliveries. GENERAL Demonstrate Inspiration Corporation's Core Values. Exhibit professionalism and high standards in all aspects of performance. Ensure the efficient and effective provision of foodservice training and restaurant operations with dignity and respect in accordance with the agency's mission. Work with all departments as appropriate to ensure that the needs of the agency's participants, programming and operations are addressed. Attend department and agency meetings. Uphold Policies and Procedures of Inspiration Corporation and Inspiration Kitchens. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned: SUPPORTING FOOD SERVICE TRAINEES Provide balanced and growth-oriented assessment and feedback to participants; share successes and challenges related to participants with colleagues in a strengths-based way to support participant coaching and growth. Plan for restaurant and catering activities and provide clear, supportive instruction to participants. Provide lecture, demonstration and experiential support to participants. Support timesheet and payroll preparation for students enrolled in Transitional Jobs. Support preparation of family meal, tours. Utilize strengths-based approaches such as: trauma-informed care, harm reduction and motivational interviewing. Use client data system to record participant strengths and challenges weekly. Partner with Chef Instructors, Employment Specialists, Case Managers and Workforce Development Program Manager to meet team goals. Serve as liaison between Foodservice Training team and Restaurant/Operations team in planning training activities, scheduling participants; attend team meetings and share information. Inspiration Kitchens is the social enterprise restaurant, catering and foodservice training and employment program of Inspiration Corporation. The restaurant prepares contemporary American cuisine and is top-rated in the Chicagoland community (4+ stars on Yelp, featured on Check Please!). Inspiration Kitchens' culinary skills job training program for low-income job seekers equips participants with basic culinary, sanitation and restaurant operations skills and offers participants paid, on-the-job experience. Revenue from Inspiration Kitchens' restaurant and catering helps to support the larger goals of Inspiration Corporation and its mission. KITCHEN SPECIALIST Work with the on-duty Restaurant Chef in restaurant and catering preparation. Assist in the set up and break down of kitchen areas. Prioritize work to accomplish daily, weekly and monthly tasks as assigned by supervisor. Follow restaurant/kitchen policies and procedures for operational flow at each station. Maintain a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, equipment, and taking out trash. Perform cleaning tasks, uphold and follow health, safety and sanitation standards and guidelines and work as a kitchen team member. Receive, label, date and appropriately store all deliveries from vendors and donors while following standards for stocking, rotating, and storing all products. F.I.F.O. (First In First Out). Maintain inventory of restaurant and catering prep items on hand, update weekly. Report needs of essential working supplies within a 3- day notice. Assist with food recovery efforts that support restaurant/catering activities, Meals program and Foodservice Training & Employment program, including recording the weight and type of produce and donated goods to maintain accurate donation data. Collaborate with culinary staff to utilize recovered ingredients into family meals and foodservice training, ensuring recovered food is used creatively and effectively within program offerings Maintain a safe environment inside kitchen and throughout facility. Be flexible with hours for catering and special events throughout the year. CUSTOMER SERVICE (CATERING, PARTNERS, DONORS) Give a friendly greeting. Share information about Inspiration Corporation's mission and work, including the foodservice training program to customers. Discover customer's needs and appropriately suggest products with every delivery to enhance service and meet production goals. Deliver Inspiration Kitchens food proudly and with care. Pick-up perishable and non-perishable food from donors. Inform the Restaurant Chef or General Manager on duty of any concerns or complaints in a timely manner EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the education, experience and skills necessary for the position. Knowledge of cooking techniques. Understanding of ingredients, recipes, kitchen safety and sanitation. Familiar with general kitchen equipment, catering equipment and appliances. Patience with the ability to stay positive, perform under pressure, complete work on time while maintaining focus in a fast-paced environment. Manual dexterity to operate cooking tools such as knives. A team player with good communication skills. Able to follow instructions. Ability to bend, stretch, lift, carry and/or move heavy material. Physically able to stand for long periods. High school diploma or equivalent. Flexibility to work shifts, weekdays, weekends, and nights. A clean driving record is required, along with a current, valid, state issued driver's license If the applicant is under 25 or over 65 years of age, an MVR (Motor Vehicle Report) demonstrating a clear driving record must be provided Food and Sanitation Certificate preferred, and Manager's level held or to be earned after hire. Teaching, training and experience supervising preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by, an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and stand for long periods. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. SCHEDULE: The standard schedule for this role aligns with the Inspiration Kitchens' operations schedule; currently Tuesday-Saturday. Some evening, Sunday or Monday hours may be required. Inspiration Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Powered by JazzHR Dd56nvvtEX

Founded in 1982 as Joliet Area Community Hospice, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is an independent, nonprofit healthcare provider licensed in 11 counties in northwest Illinois. We provide exceptional serious illness care, hospice care and grief support for adults and children. The majority of our direct patient care is in the field with Lightways team members providing care in the home, nursing facility or assisted living facility. We also have a 20-bed inpatient unit in Joliet. Non-clinical staff are based out of our Joliet administrative offices. We are currently seeking a full time Pediatric Team Leader. The Pediatric Team Leader oversees the Pediatric team and plans, organizes and directs hospice care, and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The Pediatric Team Leader will be responsible for the following: Enhance communication to ensure existing team members receive support in the field. Conduct weekly IDT meetings for the Pediatric team. Guide new employees with orientation and education in hospice care. Perform timely performance check-ins with their team on a quarterly basis. Participate in ride-a-long visits with their team on a quarterly basis and as needed. Maintain a small caseload. Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. The successful candidate will be an RN with a minimum of 3 years Hospice experience and prior supervisory experience. Lightways offers a generous benefit package that includes medical, dental, disability, life insurance, pension, holidays and a generous PTO plan for full time positions. For additional information on Lightways benefit package, please visit Lightways.org and click on Careers.

Zurich is currently looking for a Legal Collections Specialist to work out of our North American headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois. The Legal Collections Specialist performs complex finance operations tasks and monitor the day-to-day relationships between the Organization and suppliers to ensure financial goals are being met and third-party vendors operate in compliance with required policies and procedures. May perform collections and receivables management duties for the more complex accounts referred to special collections, including bankruptcies on accounts designated as legal collections. Additional responsibilities will include: Perform as an initial point of escalation for Finance Operations Associate providing technical guidance and work direction Respond to internal and external client's inquiries by providing technical advice in a professional, timely and accurate manner in complex situations Proactively analyze performance of key performance indicators and communicate status and issues to management Demonstrate an understanding of the customer's needs, reviews process and procedures; recommend and implement continuous improvement Lead and collaborate on moderately complex ad hoc projects Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Finance Operations area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Finance Operations area OR Certified Zurich Insurance Apprentice, including Associates Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Finance Operations area AND Knowledge of financial (debt ?) collections practices and procedures Knowledge of accounting standards and practice Preferred Qualifications: Strong verbal and written and communication skills Strong quantitative and analytical skills Insurance industry experience Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us. The proposed Salary range for this position is $71,100.00 - $116,500.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.] Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500 . Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM - Schaumburg Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-GR1 #LI-ASSOCIATE #LI-HYBRID

Zurich Insurance is currently looking to hire an experienced AVP or VP Underwriting Manager for our Group Captives Team in our Schaumburg or Chicago office. As one of the leaders in this space, we work together with the largest captives consultants in the U.S. to deliver a wide range of services to member-owned, agency and other (fronted) captives. In this role, your responsibilities will include but not limited to: Manage market facing underwriters who proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities. Identifies new growth opportunities with key distributors for areas of responsibility. Oversee negotiations of Terms & Conditions and closes deals. Ensure cross-sell within areas of responsibility to increase product density with the account. Provide continuous coaching on sales best practices. Calculate Target Price accurately by utilizing underwriting tools appropriately. Identify market trends and exposures that may impact business results. Work with actuarial to insure a proper rate / price structure. Manage relationships with producers by conducting line of business, book of business, class and segment analysis to ensure profitability and growth. Market company products and services through agency plant and brokerage community. Support development and maintenance of agent/broker relationships to achieve profitable growth, market share, product mix, new business and account retention. Review agency books of business as well as profit/growth results and trends to recommend and implement action plans. Travel at least 50% Internationally This role will be filled at either the AVP or VP Level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant's experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position. Basic Qualifications: AVP Underwriting Manager: High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area AND 2 or more years of people management experience OR VP Underwriting Manager: Bachelors Degree and 10 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing, Broker, Carrier or Risk Management area within the Commercial Insurance industry OR Bachelors Degree with 20 or more years of experience in Claims or Underwriting Support area within the Commercial Insurance industry AND Experience in a specialized line of business or segment 2 or more years of people management experience Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree CPCU or ARM Advanced knowledge of product lines and insurance industry Excellent communication skills Excellent skills in relationship building Strong presentation skills Results oriented Established Underwriting/Insurance exposure Evidence of effective negotiation skills Portfolio Management Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us. The combined salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $356,400.00. The proposed salary range for the AVP is $143,000.00 - $234,300.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%. The proposed salary range for the VP is $217,600.00 - $356,400.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 25%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.] Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500 . Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM - Chicago, AM - Schaumburg Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-AK1 #LI-DIRECTOR #LI-HYBRID

Founded in 1982 as Joliet Area Community Hospice, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is an independent, nonprofit healthcare provider licensed in 11 counties in northwest Illinois. We provide exceptional serious illness care, hospice care and grief support for adults and children. We currently have a full time position for a Nurse Practitioner in our Serious Illness Care department. The Nurse Practitioner prescribes medications and other palliative treatments within regulatory guidelines and in collaboration with our Medical Director. The Nurse Practitioner works with members of the team to support the patient and family in dealing with the emotional and spiritual aspects of serious illness. The Nurse Practitioner will is also responsible to assist with doing hospice face to face visits. This position works four (4) - ten (10) hour days and covers our North region which includes Lake, Cook and DuPage counties. Qualified candidates should have a minimum of two years of experience in palliative care, hospice, oncology, critical care or a similar setting. Hospice experience highly desired. Requires completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. State licensure required. The position is eligible for full benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO and 401k. For additional information on Lightways benefit package, please visit Lightways.org and click on Careers.

Founded in 1982 as Joliet Area Community Hospice, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is an independent, nonprofit healthcare provider licensed in 11 counties in northwest Illinois. We provide exceptional serious illness care, hospice care and grief support for adults and children. The majority of our direct patient care is in the field with Lightways team members providing care in the home, nursing facility or assisted living facility. We also have a 20-bed inpatient unit in Joliet. Non-clinical staff are based out of our Joliet administrative offices. Join our team dedicated to serving the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our patients and their families. As a member of this dynamic team, your responsibilities will include providing quality patient care while assisting our patients with their ADL's. The CNA will be doing personal care and also take part in light housekeeping. Must have ability to travel throughout the service area of Lake and Cook counties. Qualified candidates will be compassionate and have experience caring for patients in their homes, nursing homes or long-term care facilities. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid time off (PTO) and a 401K with a company match. We are an equal opportunity employer. For additional information on Lightways benefit package, please visit Lightways.org and click on Careers.