Catholic Charities Careers

Are you looking for a job where you can make a difference?

Do you want to be part of improving the quality of life for people in need? Are you service-minded, compassionate, and committed to helping others?

Catholic Charities Dallas provides social services to the nine counties of the Diocese of Dallas. Want to enjoy your work and make an impact?

If so, keep reading – we have a job for YOU!

Our values

Service
Compassion
Integrity
Respect
Commitment

Open positions

 

Job Summary
Catholic Charities Dallas is seeking a bus and van driver for our Homeless and Housing programs. You will be responsible for the safe transportation of program participants to and from client housing, to needed appointments, shopping, and field trips in the area.

We are looking for a driver that is patient, organized, dependable and punctual driver to assist with transportation for our clients. Bilingual English and Spanish is a plus!

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

  • Valid Texas CDL license required.
  • Minimum of 2 years with valid Texas CDL license required.
  • Must have a clear driving record.
  • Knowledge of vehicle maintenance
  • Capable of performing tasks with limited supervision.
  • Excellent customer service, time management, and communication skills required.
  • Ability to understand and carryout oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to accept additional duties as assigned.
  • This position requires a criminal background check.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (background check, driving record, language, physical)

Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check

Driving Record:  MVR, DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen

Language requirements: Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

  • Frequently required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
  • Frequently required to sit, talk, and hear.
  • Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.

OTHER DUTIES:

  • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with and protection of clients.
  • Complete required abuse prevention training (Safe Environment) and others, as required by program.
  • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
  • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
  • Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
  • Adhere to procedures related to managing high risk activities and supervising clients, as applicable.

Benefits:

  • 403(B)
  • 403(B) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 – $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift

Work Days:

  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Full job description

Job Overview
Provides direct case management services for pregnant/parenting women including intake, referral, support groups, arranging medical services; individual counseling, counseling other significant persons; assistance/guidance in decision making, and planning for the care of the child. Responsible for marketing of the program and services provided to potential clients and other professionals. Also provides services, as needed, for adoptive families including counseling; education, orientation, and seminars; home studies; supervision of placements; and facilitating adoptive families group meetings. Provides case management services related to foster homes, as needed.

Essential Duties:

  • Provides direct case management services to birth mothers and adoptive couples.
  • Provides referral services and information for effective access to community resources
  • Provides education/training for adoptive parents, birth families, and other professionals
  • Provides counseling services for birthmothers and adoptive couples
  • Conducts home visits / home studies following state guidelines for adoptive placements
  • Assists with post placement supervision of adopted placements
  • Conducts home visits to augment assessment of client needs
  • Conducts home visits and home studies for foster families
  • Completes contract billing requirements
  • Maintains minimum standards and file audits
  • Supervises Interns

Other Duties:

  • Provides testimony in court as warranted
  • Evaluates cases and makes determination for closure when appropriate
  • Completes documentation in an accurate and efficient manner
  • Outreach services to increase number of birthmothers and adoptive couples
  • Workshops and trainings at clinics, hospitals, agencies, etc. to increase awareness about adoption
  • Adheres to applicable professional and agency code of ethics.
  • If applicable, maintains licensure and certification: attend mandatory trainings, in-services, continuing education, and staff meetings.
  • Supports the Missions, Values, and Vision of Catholic Charities of Dallas.
  • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with and protection of clients.
  • Complete required abuse prevention training (Safe Environment) and others, as required by program.
  • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
  • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
  • Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
  • Adhere to procedures related to managing high risk activities and supervising clients, as applicable.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education & Training:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field; 2 years of casework experience preferred.
  • BSW; LMSW or LCSW preferred.
  • Qualifications for Level 1 Child Placement Staff

Knowledge, Skills & Abilites :

  • Maintains current professional license for the state of Texas, if applicable.
  • Maintains professional liability insurance, if applicable.
  • Computer literate and experienced with MS Office suite of products.
  • CPR/First Aid Trainings as required by program.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (background check, driving record, language, physical)

Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check and finger printing.

Drug Screen: pre-employment and random

Driving Record: Valid TX driver’s license and required insurance

Health: New Hire TB screen. Other public health screenings or immunizations as indicated by program.

Language: Fluent in English and Spanish preferred but not required.

Travel: 50% travel required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 – $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 403(b)
  • 403(b) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift

Work Location: In person

 

JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for assisting the lead lifeguard with planning and executing pool operations for Summer Camp. Assist Lead Lifeguard in managing pool operations and oversee summer water safety and swimming program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Open & Close Pool during summer camp
  • Assist in testing PH of pool water daily & contact site manager or director when levels are off
  • Prepare equipment and material for each day’s water activities.
  • Ensures that the facility policies, rules, safety standards, and sanitation requirements are followed.
  • Supports the Mission, Values, and Vision of Catholic Charities of Dallas.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor

OTHER DUTIES

  • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with and protection of clients.
  • Complete required abuse prevention training (Safe Environment) and others, as required by program.
  • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
  • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
  • Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
  • Adhere to procedures related to managing high risk activities and supervising clients, as applicable.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or GED; some college preferred.
  • One year of related work experience with youth and pool operations.
  • Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Bilingual English and Spanish preferred but not necessary.
  • Public health screenings or immunizations as indicated by program.
  • CPR/First Aid Trainings as required by program.
  • Efficient time management skills required.
  • This position requires a criminal background check.

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 essential functions.

  • Be able to sit for prolonged period.
  • Be able to work outside and around pool.
  • Be able to stand, bend, kneel, etc. while performing certain duties/tasks/activities
  • Be able to lift, push or pull up to 40 lbs.
  • Be able to perform routine first aid tasks

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12 per week

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Making the mission possible

Are you service minded, compassionate and committed to helping others?  Do you recognize the dignity and worth of every person?  Do you believe in doing what is just, honest and merciful?  If yes, we are looking for you!

Our organization provides many benefits, but perhaps the best is the type of work we do every day!

2020 Best Nonprofits to work for

Catholic Charities Dallas (CCD) was selected as one of the 2020 “Best Nonprofits to Work For.” The NonProfit Times, the leading national business publication for nonprofit managers, has partnered with Best Companies Group to identify nonprofit organizations where leaders have excelled in creating quality workplaces.

This survey and awards program is designed to identify, recognize and honor the best employers in the nonprofit industry, benefiting the industry’s economy, workforce and businesses. The list is made up of 50 organizations.

***Please be advised: The information on this page, or information through links provided, are neither a direct nor an implied offer of employment or guarantee of employment. Posted openings may be filled at any time without prior notice. In addition to the posted employment qualifications, additional procedures such as a background check, drug screening, and other exams may be required either by policy or law. For additional conditions and restrictions, a complete employment policy statement, complete job descriptions, and more, please contact us. CCD is an equal opportunity employer.