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

Schedule and coordinate all initial medical screening appointments to meet children’s needs and funder required time frames. Advocate for minors at service providers, agencies and with all community partners.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Create a welcoming and safe environment for children.
  • Schedule and coordinate initial medical, dental and vision and follow up appointments with clinic funder required time frames.
  • Transport minors to and from all scheduled appointments.
  • Submit required documents for approval to funder.
  • Provide direct care of youth, for assigned ratio shifts, and as needed for program activities.
  • Provide support in general clerical duties.
  • Communicate observations and concerns to case manager.
  • Complete all necessary documentation to ensure compliance with funding and licensing requirements and agency quality assurance standards.
  • Provide after hour assistance as needed.
  • Actively work to secure partnerships with additional medical service providers to serve youth in care.
  • Display the ability to learn and grow through feedback and mentoring provided by supervisors.

OTHER DUTIES:

  • Maintain program’s pre-service and annual training requirements.
  • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with clients.
  • Attend required abuse risk management training.
  • 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.
  • Support the Missions, Values, and Vision of Catholic Charities of Dallas.
  • Complete required abuse prevention training (Safe Environment) and others, as required by program.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION & TRAINING:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent and one year experience in similar position

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Experience working with children required; experience with children from traumatic backgrounds and/or refugee/immigrant populations preferred.
  • Administrative and/or Clerical Experience, preferred.
  • Computer literate and experienced with MS Office suite of products
  • Experienced with client database software.
  • Must have excellent written and oral communication skills in English
  • Strong organizational and time management skills required.
  • CPR/First Aid Training & Non-Violent Crisis Intervention as required by program; provided by the program.

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

Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check, child abuse/neglect check and fingerprinting.

Drug Screen: pre-employment and random

Driving Record: Valid TX driver’s license, cleared motor vehicle record, required $100K/$300K liability insurance & safe, reliable transportation for work-related usage

Health: Pre-hire TB screen. Other public health screenings or immunizations as indicated by program

Language requirements: Bilingual English/Spanish required

Physical requirements: Able to spend up to 8 hours on feet and ability to physically intervene for child safety if necessary

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 – $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Every weekend

Work Location: In person

JOB SUMMARY

Develop a positive relationship with all children and actively advocate for their success. Provide guidance, daily skill building lessons, and support that allow children to make progress, build self-esteem, foster growth and gain hope.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

  • Provide direct care of youth, for assigned ratio shifts, and provide sound supervision to assigned group of children.
  • Create a welcoming, safe and child-friendly environment for children.
  • Complete assigned duties during shift, including medication pass, cleaning/cooking meals, lice checks, etc.
  • Assist in building children’s self-esteem/self-efficacy and provide opportunities for children to learn developmentally and age appropriate life skills, including daily hygiene and personal responsibilities.
  • Offer holistic educational assistance to foster growth, including life skills, working with the classroom teacher in meeting the children’s educational needs and assisting with homework or learning basic English.
  • Encourage optimism in children, encouraging them to have hope for their futures.
  • Provide therapeutic support in crisis situations and build therapeutic rapport following intervention, remaining calm and compassionate in highly stressful circumstances.
  • Provide clear, thorough documentation as required and input from direct interactions with clients with clients to be used in case planning.
  • Take initiative to stay current on all required program trainings and apply a working knowledge of best practices in working with children who have experienced abuse, neglect, separation, loss.
  • Demonstrate the ability to recognize effects of past trauma on current behaviors, distinguishing behaviors from the child’s character.
  • Transport youth on community outings and field trips during school hours.
  • Comply with unannounced observation and job coaching during shifts.
  • Actively participate in monthly supervision/touchpoints with supervisors to discuss ongoing development.

OTHER DUTIES:

  • Maintain program’s pre-service and annual training requirements.
  • Attend required abuse risk management training.
  • Adhere to procedures related to managing high risk activities and supervising youth.
  • Report any suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violation, following mandated abuse reporting procedures.
  • Serve as a role model to children by modeling positive, working relationships with peers, supervisors, volunteers and other professionals; demonstrating effective communication skills, conflict management, and working collaboratively on a team.
  • Display the ability to learn and grow through feedback and mentoring provided by supervisors.
  • Support 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.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION & TRAINING:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent, and
  • One year experience working with children

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Experience working with children required; experience with children from traumatic backgrounds and/or refugee/immigrant populations preferred.
  • Computer literate
  • Must have basic written and oral communication skills in English
  • Reliability and punctuality required
  • CPR/First Aid Training & Non-Violent Crisis Intervention as required by program; provided by the program.

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

Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check, child abuse/neglect check and fingerprinting.

Drug Screen: pre-employment and random

Driving Record: Valid TX driver’s license and cleared motor vehicle record

Health: Pre-hire TB screen. Other public health screenings or immunizations as indicated by program

Language requirements: Bilingual English/Spanish required

Physical requirements: Able to spend up to 8 hours on feet and ability to physically intervene for child safety if necessary

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $17.20 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

  • Fort Worth, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

JOB SUMMARY

Case Manager I is responsible for counseling clients regarding their immigration matters and for managing their immigration cases.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conduct legal orientations and screenings at immigration detention centers to inform immigrants about immigration court procedures, their rights and legal remedies.
  • Conduct outreach to the legal community, stakeholders, and the public at large.
  • Interview, counsel, and advice clients regarding benefits available to them under the immigration law.
  • Work with volunteers in your programs to ensure a positive experience for the clients we serve and the volunteer. This may include some elements of supervision, training, and feedback on performance for some volunteers in your program, depending on the project at hand.

OTHER DUTIES:

  • Assist in developing a robust pro bono and referral program for immigrants in detention.
  • Assist in collecting and entering data for grant reports and systems.
  • Draft grant reports, outreach and information materials.
  • Traveling to and from immigration detention centers. (This position will require significant driving)
  • Adheres to agency and professional code of ethics.
  • Attends immigration training seminars and read daily immigration law updates to remain abreast at all times of the immigration law and procedures. Maintains Accreditation at all times.
  • Supports the Mission, Values, and Vision of Catholic Charities.
  • 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:

  • B.A. Degree preferred.
  • Two plus years immigration experience required.

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

Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check

Driving Record: Clear driving record

Health: annual TB screen required, other public health screenings as required

Language requirements: Bilingual English/Spanish required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 – $21.00 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
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

  • Are you accredited by the Board of Immigration Appeals?

Education:

  • Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Immigration: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Full job description

Case Manager – Immigration Legal Services – Dallas, TX ENGLISH SPANISH REQUIRED (Current DOJ Accredited Reps are WELCOMED!)

Catholic Charities Dallas is looking for a Case Manager to join our team. You will be supporting the Immigration Legal Services staff.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Inform & Support

You will interview, counsel, and advice clients regarding benefits available to them under the immigration law.

Educate

You will inform clients of all requirements for the benefit sought and prepares clients’ cases for submission to Federal government immigration agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Some college, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Immigration Experience Preferred
  • Immigration training provided for continuing legal education
  • Bilingual English/Spanish required
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish
  • Ability to effectively interact with individuals from diverse cultures and ethnicities
  • Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
  • Strong organizational and time management skills required
  • Excellent public speaking skills in English and Spanish
  • Excellent advocacy skills
  • Strong Organizational Skills

About Catholic Charities Dallas
Catholic Charities Dallas (CCD) was formally established in 1941 and was incorporated from the Diocese of Dallas in 1997. Today CCD helps 30,000 individuals annually achieve stability and self-sufficiency through financial literacy, employment services, education, food programs, immigration legal services, refugee resettlement, disaster services, and permanent supportive housing.

Catholic Charities is comprised of more than 17 individual programs that serve 9 counties. The strengths of each of our programs are as diverse as the populations we serve, but our belief in the need to provide dignity to those in our community who are often overlooked remains the same.

Mission

Catholic Charities calls the community to action to join us in addressing the root causes of poverty, hunger, and homelessness by serving, educating, and empowering all those in need.

Vision

Catholic Charities will be recognized as an effective leader serving the most vulnerable in our communities on their journey toward hope, independence and a better life.

OUR Values

Service – giving of ourselves and welcoming all

Compassion – treating all with empathy, care and consideration

Integrity – doing what is just, honest, and merciful

Respect – acknowledging the dignity and worth of every person

Commitment – giving attention, energy, and passion to all we do

For more information, you can visit our website at: http://www.ccdallas.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 – $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Language:

  • Spanish (Required)

Work Location: In person

Full job description

The role of this position is to provide medical/mental health case management and health education classes to eligible Afghan clients. The wellness navigator will support clients in overcoming barriers to health services, will educate client about their health conditions and the American healthcare system, connect clients with local clinics and resources, and empower clients to become self-sufficient in managing their health care.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Conduct assessments to determine medical/mental health needs and a client’s current access to health care services
  • Create service plans to address all needs and overcome any obstacles to health services
  • Conduct monthly group health care classes focusing on specific health related topics
  • Conduct individual health related orientations to educate about American healthcare system
  • Work with clients to meet service plan goals and work toward self-sufficiency
  • Form relationships with local clinics, hospitals, and other health care resources and connect clients to these resources
  • Follow up and meet with clients consistently
  • Document all services within required timeframes

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, healthcare, or related human services field preferred
  • One or more years of case management experience
  • Valid driver’s license and insurance
  • Written and spoken English fluency
  • Bilingual in Persian/Pashto highly preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 – $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform administrative support functions for a division, department or program (group) in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Assist with phone calls and home visit scheduling/confirmation messages, as needed.
  • Identify external resources and connections for case management team and sponsors.
  • Follow set procedures in carrying out instructions with general supervision.
  • Compile data, perform data entry, and complete forms/reports and/or document uploads.
  • Schedule and coordinate meetings and appointments for group.
  • Complete all necessary documentation to ensure compliance with funding requirements, licensing requirements and agency quality assurance standards.
  • Cultivate positive relationships with relevant funding and monitoring entities, faith-based organizations, social service providers, and other community partners.
  • Participate in appropriate community collaborations.

Other Duties:

  • Maintain program’s pre-service and annual training requirements.
  • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with clients.
  • Attend required abuse risk management training.
  • 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.
  • Support the Missions, Values, and Vision of Catholic Charities of Dallas.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • 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.

EDUCATION & TRAINING:

  • High School Diploma with one year experience working with children.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Experience working with children required; experience with children from traumatic backgrounds and/or refugee/immigrant populations preferred.
  • Administrative and/or Clerical Experience, preferred.
  • Experience with program policies, documentation, and audits.
  • Computer literate and experienced with MS Office suite of products
  • Experienced with client database software.
  • Must have excellent written and oral communication skills in English
  • Strong organizational and time management skills required.
  • CPR/First Aid Training & Non-Violent Crisis Intervention as required by program; provided by the program.

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

Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check, child abuse/neglect check and fingerprinting.

Drug Screen: pre-employment and random

Driving Record: Valid TX driver’s license, cleared motor vehicle record, required $100K/$300K liability insurance & safe, reliable transportation for work-related usage

Health: Pre-hire TB screen. Other public health screenings or immunizations as indicated by program

Language requirements: Bilingual English/Spanish required

Physical requirements: Able to physically intervene for child safety if necessary

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 – $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 403(b)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

  • Fort Worth, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

JOB SUMMARY

Accountable for all aspects of program operations, including personnel management, monthly budgetary analysis, and ensuring compliance with both Catholic Charities of Dallas policies and procedures and subsequent reporting to state and federal entities when appropriate. Also responsible for coordination of the associated volunteer program, scheduling, and networking with community partners. Ensures compliance with Catholic Charities of Dallas policies and procedures and the minimum standards set forth by any accreditation agency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Works with the Director to establish policies and procedures for efficient and effective service delivery aligned with projected outcomes and measures.
  • Determines policies and defines the scope of services to be rendered within regulations promulgated by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), state/federal cooperative agreements, funding contracts, and Council on Accreditation (COA) requirements.
  • Supervises, trains, and coaches staff toward meeting outcomes and objectives.
  • Ensures the program is prepared for audits and monitoring visits by reviewing client records within Apricot 360 and ensuring volunteers capture client data correctly and accurately.
  • Responsible for program-specific grant monitoring, reporting, and compliance.
  • Prepares weekly, monthly and annual reports as designated by the Director.
  • Conducts monthly, quarterly, or annual audits of client records, both announced and unannounced.
  • Works closely with IT to ensure Apricot 360 is capturing all required information for grant reporting.
  • Manages volunteer interactions so that volunteers are wisely, carefully, and responsibly managed, all for the benefit of the clients served, and provides a positive volunteer experience.
  • Recruits, trains, places, and supervises volunteers and mentors in collaboration with CCD’s volunteer coordinator.
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with funders and partner agencies.
  • Represents the program at community coalitions, networks, and events.
  • Manages in-kind donations, including tracking pounds and worth of items, scheduling pick-ups, and organizing food drives at schools and parishes.
  • Oversees fleet responsibilities to ensure mobile drivers comply with daily pre- and post-inspections in Fleetio.

OTHER DUTIES:

  • Supports the Mission, Values, and Vision of Catholic Charities Dallas.
  • Adheres to policies related to boundaries with and protection of clients.
  • Completes required abuse prevention training (Safe Environment) and others, as required by the program.
  • Reports suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
  • Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
  • Adheres to job-specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
  • Ensures required abuse prevention practices are followed and a healthy reporting culture is maintained.
  • Responds quickly and effectively to policy and procedure violations using the organization’s disciplinary procedures.
  • Provides staff with regular feedback regarding abuse risk prevention and a healthy reporting culture.
  • Partners with parishes and schools for food drives and other community activities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the director.
  • Adhere to procedures related to managing high risk activities and supervising clients, as applicable.

EDUCATION & TRAINING:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., business, education, social work); Master’s degree preferred.
  • Four years of supervisory and administrative experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Ability to effectively interact with individuals from diverse cultures and ethnicities.
  • Computer literate and experience with MS Office suite of products.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills required.
  • Public speaking and presentation skills.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check.

Driving Record: Clear driving record and current liability insurance. CDL preferred or ability to obtain one upon hire.

Health: Initial TB screen and drug screen required at hire, with random drug testing.

Language requirements: Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 – $63,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

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

Ability to Relocate:

  • Dallas, TX 75247: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Full job description

The Intake Specialist will serve as the central point of contact for all new walk-in clients to Catholic Charities Dallas Refugee Services (RS) by collecting and reviewing perspective client’s eligibility documentation, determining support levels based on set program parameters, providing referrals to RS programs based on eligibility as well as working with RS Program Managers and staff to ensure clients receive appropriate services. The Intake Specialists will follow up with clients and program staff for additional information as needed. The RS Intake Specialist will also be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate data entry in Catholic Charites Dallas case management system, Apricot360, as well as Refugee Services’ funder required databases, Client Track (CT) and potentially MRIS.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Intake coordination
  • Conduct eligibility screenings for new and returning walk-in clients including but not limited to; refugees, asylees, Cuban/Haitian Entrants, SIVs, secondary migrant, and Victims of trafficking
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge on eligibility criteria of all programs offered by Catholic Charities Dallas, including but not limited to Office of Refugee Resettlement and Texas Office for Refugees funded programs,
  • Refer eligible clients to appropriate Catholic Charities Dallas programs using the identified program process
  • Refer ineligible clients to community resources such as local Texas Health and Human Services, shelters, food banks, crisis centers, other Catholic Charities Dallas mission areas and others as applicable
  • Maintain a detailed, accurate and comprehensive database of all walk-in clients.
  • Submit reports on walk-in clients including nationalities, age and gender demographics, immigration status, programs of enrollment and referrals to community resources
  • Creation of new client case file and documentation in Apricot
  • Maintenance of client case files and detailed case notes in Apricot
  • Provides interpretation and translation as needed
  • Completes documentation to meet Catholic Charities Dallas standards, as well as funder compliance and reporting requirements
  • Data entry for RS programs as needed across the programs

OTHER DUTIES:

  • Is knowledgeable of program policies to properly inform clients of the same
  • Adheres to federal case and program documentation requirements as outlined by all funders and accreditation standards
  • Submits reports as required and in a timely manner
  • Complies with agency policies, protocol, and case management best practices
  • Support the Missions, Values, and Vision of Catholic Charities of Dallas
  • May train and lead the activities of volunteers and interns
  • Participates in meetings, trainings and workshops as requested and coordinated by Catholic Charities Dallas and RS
  • Assist in orientation of new clients
  • 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 social work or related field preferred.
  • Previous social work or case management experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
  • Computer literate and experience with MS Office suite of products
  • Adherence to applicable professional and agency Codes of Ethics
  • Capable of performing tasks with limited supervision.
  • Efficient time management skills
  • Attentive to detail and highly organized
  • Ability to work in a flexible work environment
  • Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds

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

Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check

Driving Record: Clear driving record, valid TX driver’s license, required insurance, and own reliable transportation

Health: Annual TB screen and other public health screenings as indicated by program

Bilingual in a language reflected in the current client population is preferred (Dari, Arabic, Swahili, Burmese, French, Spanish, Ukrainian)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

  • Dallas, TX 75247 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Dallas, TX 75247: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

JOB SUMMARY

Mater Maria is a Maternity Home that provides temporary residence and other services to pregnant women in need. We are looking for a woman that could live at one of our homes and will be responsible to supervise our Maternity Home operation during nights and weekends. We are looking for a woman that is caring and compassionate. She must treat pregnant women with dignity and love. Nighttime/weekend live-in house moms are full time positions.

The night moms’ rate will be $10/hour with CCD benefits + room and board provided.

Night Mom Schedule:

  • Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM -8:30 AM & 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM
  • Sunday: 12:30 PM – 10:30 PM

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Live at one of our homes.
  • Responsible for supervising our Maternity Home operation during nights and weekends.
  • Each of our Homes can receive up to six Moms.
  • The House Mom coordinates the regular activities at the House (meals, chores, classes, etc.)
  • The Maternity Home Specialist should have a high sense of responsibility and a strong character as she coordinates the process when one of our moms needs to transition to a hospital to deliver her baby or in emergency situations.
  • This position has an independent fully equipped room & bathroom and includes all the meals/living expenses provided at the House.
  • During weekdays, the Maternity Home Specialist can have other activities like a job or attend school but must coordinate the opening of the House in the morning and must be back at the House before dinner.
  • Interact with and support the moms, helping to teach life skills and support the house supervisor.
  • Assist with administrative projects as needed.
  • Participate in mandatory training and other required activities.

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.
  • Supports the Mission, Values, and Vision of Catholic Charities.
  • Drive residents as needed for appointments or emergencies. Must provide proof of auto liability insurance and clear driving record.
  • Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

EDUCATION & TRAINING:

  • Caregiver experience
  • Training in life skills coaching or similar areas preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal.
  • Efficient time management skills.
  • Computer skills required.
  • Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (background check, language, physical)

  • Background Check: This position requires a criminal background
  • Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check.
  • Health: Initial TB test and drug screen required; annual TB screen and drug screening as required.
  • Participation in mandatory training and activities is required.

ADDITONAL NOTES:

  • Time in the home not working, such as sleep hours or taking care of personal needs, is not paid.
  • Participation in mandatory training and activities is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $10.00 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
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Overnight shift

Ability to Relocate:

  • Plano, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Full job description

Program Assistant – Immigration Legal Services – Dallas, TX

Are you results driven? Are you detail-oriented? Do you have a passion for helping those in need?

If this sounds like you, keep reading.

Catholic Charities Dallas is looking for an Program Assistant to join our team. You will be supporting the Immigration Legal Services staff.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for providing a range of supportive services to the ILS staff – from accredited representatives and attorneys to program managers and program director.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assist attorneys and accredited representatives in representing Immigration Legal Services clients with case management and application assistance as needed
  • Process payments for client services and notify staff of appointment arrival
  • Data entry, mail processing, scanning, scheduling, document translation, interpretation, and other clerical/administrative duties as needed
  • Frequent written and oral correspondence with clients and potential clients, including answering phones, retrieving voicemails, returning phone calls in a timely manner, greeting the public, providing information and referral, scheduling client appointments, and closing cases
  • Update information for clients in our case management system, Lawlogix as well as Acuity Scheduling
  • Assist in producing outreach and educational materials about the program
  • Assist in the tracking of grant goals and sheets for reporting purposes
  • Train and manage administrative volunteers
  • Provide management support to their Legal Representative supervisors as needed
  • Maintain all administrative systems in the office, including dashboards, intake logs, case logs, and statistics.

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Administrative Assistant Experience and/or paralegal Certification Preferred
  • 2 year’s previous legal assistance experience in the immigration law field preferred.
  • Immigration training provided for continuing legal education
  • Bilingual English/Spanish required
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to effectively interact with individuals from diverse cultures and ethnicities
  • Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work well in team setting, as well as independently; be flexible and adapt well to different dynamics in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, which could include some evenings and weekends.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills required
  • Must be able to organize and prioritize work, be proactive, take initiative, follow through, and simultaneously manage multiple priorities to ensure goals are met in a timely manner. High attention to detail required.
  • Ability to effectively work with standard office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Teams and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent public speaking skills in English and Spanish
  • Excellent advocacy skills
  • Demonstrate judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential matters.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Catholic Charities Dallas offers a variety of benefits to our staff including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Our employees can participate in a retirement plan with an employer contribution after one year of employment. Paid Time Off (PTO) allows employees the flexibility to take time off as they need and we have a generous holiday schedule. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $15.00 to $18.00 per hour, based on skills and experience.

TO APPLY

For consideration, all applicants must apply and submit their resume and cover letter via email to garenteriaatccdallas.org.

Due to the volume of responses, only qualified parties will be contacted. Catholic Charities Dallas is an equal opportunity employer.

ABOUT US

Catholic Charities Dallas (CCD) was formally established in 1941 and was incorporated from the Diocese of Dallas in 1997. Today CCD helps 30,000 individuals annually achieve stability and self-sufficiency through financial literacy, employment services, education, food programs, immigration legal services, refugee resettlement, disaster services, and permanent supportive housing.

Catholic Charities is comprised of more than 17 individual programs that serve 9 counties. The strengths of each of our programs are as diverse as the populations we serve, but our belief in the need to provide dignity to those in our community who are often overlooked remains the same.

Mission

Catholic Charities calls the community to action to join us in addressing the root causes of poverty, hunger, and homelessness by serving, educating, and empowering all those in need.

Vision

Catholic Charities will be recognized as an effective leader serving the most vulnerable in our communities on their journey toward hope, independence and a better life.

OUR Values

Service – giving of ourselves and welcoming all

Compassion – treating all with empathy, care and consideration

Integrity – doing what is just, honest, and merciful

Respect – acknowledging the dignity and worth of every person

Commitment – giving attention, energy, and passion to all we do

For more information, you can visit our website at: http://www.ccdallas.org

Work Remotely

  • No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 – $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Supervising Attorney – Immigration Legal services – Dallas, TX

Do you begin all projects with a clear understanding of the desired end results? Are you fast-paced AND organized? Are you passionate about leading a team the provides hope and support for immigrants?

If this sounds like you, keep reading.

Catholic Charities Dallas is looking for a Supervising Attorney to join our team.

Provide Leadership

You will be responsible for the direction, coordination and evaluation of our TAJF-funded program. You will supervise staff attorneys.

Collaborate with Partners

You will establish and maintain relationships with other service agencies and organizations in the community to strengthen service delivery to clients. You will represent Catholic Charities Dallas at community coalitions, networks, conferences and events.

Budget & Reporting

You will monitor TAJF grant budgets and be responsible for weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

Representation

You will represent clients before immigration court.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • Supervises, trains, and coaches staff to ensure all staff receives adequate legal training.
  • Reviews work completed by case managers and staff for review before filing.
  • Ensures program is prepared for annual audits and monitor visits by reviewing all case files and documentation.
  • Responsible for program specific grant monitoring, reporting and compliance.
  • Manage all volunteer interactions so that volunteers are wisely, carefully, and responsibly managed, all for the benefit of the clients we serve and provide a positive volunteer experience. This includes supervision, training, and feedback on performance for all volunteers in your program, as well as accurate and timely reporting on volunteer hours.

OTHER DUTIES

  • Represents program at community coalitions, networks, and events.
  • Prepares monthly and quarterly reports as designated by the Director.
  • Adheres to agency and professional code of ethics.
  • Attends immigration training seminars and read daily immigration law updates to remain abreast at all times of the immigration law and procedures. Maintains Accreditation at all times.
  • Supports the Mission, Values, and Vision of Catholic Charities.
  • 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • JD required; must be license by a state bar
  • Bilingual English/Spanish required.
  • Demonstrated experience with multicultural populations.
  • Three plus years immigration experience is required.
  • Litigation experience is required.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Computer literate and experience with MS Office suite of products; spreadsheets and organizational tool experience is helpful
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong organizational and time management skills required
  • Ability to handle confidential information with great discretion

Due to the volume of responses, only qualified parties will be contacted. Catholic Charities Dallas is an equal opportunity employer.

ABOUT US

Immigration Legal Services

Immigration Legal Services was established in 1975 in response to the growing number of immigrants moving to North Texas. This program provides a broad range of immigration counseling and representation to immigrants and their families.

Catholic Charities Dallas

Catholic Charities Dallas (CCD) was formally established in 1941 and was incorporated from the Diocese of Dallas in 1997. Today CCD helps 30,000 individuals annually achieve stability and self-sufficiency through financial literacy, employment services, education, food programs, immigration legal services, refugee resettlement, disaster services, and permanent supportive housing.

Catholic Charities is comprised of more than 17 individual programs that serve 9 counties. The strengths of each of our programs are as diverse as the populations we serve, but our belief in the need to provide dignity to those in our community who are often overlooked remains the same.

Mission

Motivated by the love and teachings of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities of Dallas serves, advocates for and empowers people in need regardless of race, religion, age, gender or nationality, and calls the community to action.

Vision

For the nine-county community we serve, Catholic Charities Dallas will be the leading non-profit social services agency that facilitates and walks with the most vulnerable on their journey toward health, hope and a better life.

OUR Values

Service – giving of ourselves and welcoming all

Compassion – treating all with empathy, care and consideration

Integrity – doing what is just, honest, and merciful

Respect – acknowledging the dignity and worth of every person

Commitment – giving attention, energy, and passion to all we do

For more information, you can visit our website at: http://www.ccdallas.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 – $83,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Are you licensed to practice law in the United States?

Experience:

  • Immigration Law: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Full job description

The person in this position carries out activities described in the ILS grant proposal to the Office of the Governor, Victims of Crime Act program. This person will provide a range of services to immigrant and refugee victims of crime who approach our program for restorative services. The Bilingual Advocate also conducts a wide range of public education and outreach activities throughout our service area with the goal of raising awareness of services available to immigrant victims of crime. This person is a member of the ILS Victims section. This person reports to the Victims Program Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Carry out educational outreach throughout the Catholic Diocese of Dallas to encourage the immigrant community, human service providers, and law enforcement to raise awareness of services available to immigrant victims.
  • Assist victims who come forward to identify service providers able to respond to their needs.
  • Identify creative and effective outreach strategies and venues for reaching victims including churches, schools, community events, information fairs, county fairs, flea markets etc.
  • Provide victims with advocacy, assistance with Crime Victims’ Compensation, assistance with Texas SAVN, legal services, and information and referral
  • Participate in local Crime Victims and Family Violence coalitions and networks to raise awareness of our project.

JOB REQUIRMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field is preferred BUT may be substituted by 2 years victim advocacy experience or 2 years immigration experience
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English / Spanish
  • Public speaking experience and ability in both English / Spanish

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

Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check

Physical demands: N/A

Driving Record: N/A

Health: Annual TB screening and other public screenings or immunizations as indicated by the program

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 – $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Language:

  • Spanish (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Dallas, TX 75247: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

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.