CQI Coordinator

Primary Function

The Department of Psychology at the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Northern Illinois University (NIU), invites applications for the position of Continuous Quality Improvement Coordinator with the Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS) Team.

Under the leadership of the Deputy of the Office of Research and Child Well-Being, the Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS) Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Coordinator reports to the IPS Manager. The CQI Coordinator leads the design and management of CQI systems that monitor program and organizational fidelity, effectiveness, and equity. This role ensures that IPS interventions continuously improve by integrating data, feedback, and lived experience into decision‑making and system adaptation.

NIU is looking for individuals with a master’s degree in social work, psychology, public administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university. Three (3) years of experience in child welfare or related fields, including experience providing program evaluation, quality improvement, or data‑driven program management, is required. This is not an academic position on the NIU campus. Some travel is necessary.

With approximately 16,000 students, NIU is one of the largest public universities in Illinois. The Department of Psychology is committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. NIU’s geographical reach extends beyond its main DeKalb campus to satellite campuses in Naperville, Rockford, Hoffman Estates, and Chicago, as well as online.

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services contracts with the Department of Psychology employ 97 staff across the state of Illinois and are committed to enhancing outcomes for children and families served.

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, public administration, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in child welfare or related fields, including experience providing program evaluation, quality improvement, or data‑driven program management.

For a more detailed description of this position, please refer to the following link: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

This is a security-sensitive position. Before any offer of employment is made, the University and IDCFS will conduct a pre‑employment background check, which includes fingerprinting, state police check, FBI, and child abuse and neglect (CANTS) background check.

For full consideration, please submit applications and documents through NIU online system: .

• Cover letter
• Resume
• List of references

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process.

An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of affirmative action and equal opportunity (AAEO)  provides annual reports on campus security and fire safety. Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815‑753‑9364 for a hard copy.