Perinatal Grant Administrator
 Mercy Health Corporation | |
$65,292.30 - $104,467.58
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paid time off
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 United States, Illinois, Rockford | |
| 5970 Churchview Drive (Show on map) | |
 Mar 17, 2026 | |
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Establishes, implements and monitors the grant budgets including all IDPH budgeting, billing and financial reporting. 2. Works with administrative and clinical partners to maximize program revenue and to use program funds effectively. 3. Develops systems for the responsible use of all hospital resources and grant funding. 4. Acts as primary liaison, representative and advocate for the Maternal Child Block Perinatal Systems Grant for IDPH ensuring that the program is a strong contributor to the health system's goals of safe, exceptional and caring provision of services. 5. Provides leadership in the development of future directions and activities of the perinatal programs. 6. Collaborates with System Director of Women & Children's Programs & Services, key representatives both internal and external in the development of funding strategies, grant proposals and contracts to support perinatal service programs. 7. Implements and assures compliance with funding sources. 8. Identifies and develops organizational talent and embraces continuous learning of self and others. 9. Communicates regularly with partners and fosters a team environment. 10. Maintains and improves the department's quality of care and service. 11. Assures high quality of partner performance by establishing standards, monitoring adherence and providing training, counseling, mentoring and coaching of partners if necessary. 12. Responsible for program evaluation including working with funders to establish program evaluation parameters, use of electronic records for efficient collection of program evaluation data, working with partners to ensure accurate and compliant data collection, auditing of data collection and submission of program data and reports to funders. CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations: Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals. Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions. Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals. Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Master's degree in a health related field Minimum 3 years experience in a relevant field Working knowledge of public health issues CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE Current RN licensure Requires a valid driver's license (for a minimum of 12 months), a satisfactory driving record (as deemed by RHS), and proof of automobile insurance equal or greater to that required by the state of Illinois. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Passing the Driver's License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring). Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check. Must be able to follow written/oral instructions. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occupational Exposure: Category B -Some partners in the specified job classification have occupational exposure. AGE OF PATIENTS SERVED Non-Specific Task (not applicable) INFORMATION ACCESS Partner may access patient care information needed to perform their job duties. WORK CONTACT GROUP Partners, physicians, patients/family, visitors, vendors SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. PAY RANGE: $65,292.30 - $104,467.58Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:
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