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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!
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Job Summary
Looking for a local area driving job that allows you to be home at night and has great benefits? Catholic Charities Dallas has a job for you! We are seeking CDL drivers for our Hunger Services program.
We need experienced drivers to drive refrigerated or box truck to our food distribution sites and pantries. Local area, no overnight. Bilingual English and Spanish is a plus!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Responsible for placing all orders for mobiles sites 1 week in advance.
- Responsible for entering all lbs. daily into data platform system.
- Responsible for sending NTFB receipts daily
- Responsible to communicate with site coordinator and know their specific needs and families to be served.
- Responsible to keep the mobile food truck clean (inside cabin and bays)
- Responsible to submit daily pre-trip, post trip inspection and any issues with truck through the keep trucking app
- Responsible for keeping reports within CCD Database for donations and lbs of food distributed
- Responsible to report all truck issues and replenishing the truck with distribution supplies and PPE
- May provide back up driving for other programs
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: $20.00 – $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Mission Statement: Catholic Charities of Dallas is a faith-based social services agency focused on improving the quality of life for people in need. We are the first responders to our community’s most vulnerable, helping those in crisis move towards a better life.
Job Summary: This position reports to the Chief Development Officer and is primarily responsible for building and cultivating relationships that ultimately result in substantial financial gifts to CCD.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage and grow a portfolio of 120–150 major donor prospects, with an emphasis on cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding five and six-figure gifts and multi-year commitments
- Create and implement strategies to retain existing donors and re-engage lapsed donors
- Secure one-on-one, in-person donor meetings to establish or strengthen donor relationships and explore avenues for both near-term support and future legacy giving
- Steward major donors through ongoing communication and correspondence, impact reporting, tailored recognition, and long-term relationship management
- Identify, research, and cultivate new prospects, arranging meetings and networking opportunities
- Assist with development-related projects, events, and initiatives as needed
- Thoroughly use Raisers Edge/NXT database for donor/prospect moves management identification, cultivation, follow-up, and solicitation efforts
- Meet or exceed individual annual fundraising goal
- Help the team achieve CCD’s annual fundraising goal
- Communicate, support, and live out the Mission, Values, and Vision of CCD
Education and Training:
- 3-5+ years of experience in frontline, nonprofit fundraising, with a proven track record of securing five and six-figure gifts
- Bachelor’s degree required
- CFRE or another fundraising certificate a plus
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must be a self-motivated professional with a proven success record in fundraising
- Must have an entrepreneurial, proactive attitude towards prospecting and growing a major gifts portfolio
- Must possess a strong work ethic, have confidence, take initiative, and be an enthusiastic team player
- Ability and willingness to travel in the interest of donor cultivation and stewardship, as needed
- Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills for building lasting donor relationships
- Must be able to represent CCD independently to potential donors and make compelling asks, when appropriate
- Proven organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, meet deadlines and produce high quality results quickly
- Experience with setting ambitious goals and achieving results
- Computer literate and experience with MS Office suite of products; donor database applications, preferably Raiser’s Edge; internet applications
- Adherence to applicable professional and agency Codes of Ethics
Other Requirements:
- This position requires a criminal background check.
This is a full-time, exempt position with benefits. Salary commensurate with experience.
How to Apply:
To be considered for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to Kelly Noonan, Chief Development Officer, at knoonan@ccdallas.org. In your cover letter, please share why you feel called to advance the mission of Catholic Charities Dallas and how your experience has equipped you for this role. We welcome your interest and look forward to learning more about you.
Overview
The ELI Instructor is responsible for facilitating adult education and training programs, specifically focusing on English language instruction. This role involves assessing student needs, developing engaging lesson plans, and delivering high-quality educational experiences for clients that progress in their English language acquisition.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Enroll clients in program based on program eligibility.
- Administer pre and post assessments to determine student’s areas of learning needs.
- Create and implement culturally appropriate lesson plans for diverse adult leaders.
- Keep adult learners engaged in language instruction to foster retention and progress in English acquisition.
- Complete all necessary documentation to ensure compliance with funding requirements, abuse prevention, and agency quality assurance standards.
- Collaborate with volunteers to ensure a positive experience for both clients and volunteers, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Compile data, perform data entry, and complete forms or reports, as needed.
Other Duties
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with clients.
- Attend required abuse risk management training.
- Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
- Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements, including cooperation with investigations.
- Adhere to jobs specific abuse risk management responsibility.
- Adhere to procedures related to managing high risk activities and supervising clients.
- Support the Mission, Values, and Vision of Catholic Charities of Dallas.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Education & Training
- Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent combination of experience in adult education required
- At least two years of experience teaching in adult education, particularly in multi-level and multi-cultural classes preferred
- Experience in a specific vocational or technical area of instruction preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and online educational platforms.
- Database entry, reporting and query experience preferred
- Strong adherence to professional ethics and agency standards.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Effective time management and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail and adaptability in a flexible work environment.
- Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to handle confidential information with great discretion.
- Experience with refugee or immigrant populations preferred.
Other Requirements (Background check, Driving Record, Language, Physical)
- Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check, which includes a child abuse/neglect check.
- Drug Screen: pre-employment and random
- Health: Pre-hire TB screen. Other public health screenings or immunizations as indicated by program
- Driving Record: Valid TX driver’s license, cleared motor vehicle record, required $100K/$300K liability insurance & safe, reliable transportation for work-related usage
- Commute: In-person position in Dallas, TX. Work-related travel compensated at federal rate for personal vehicle use.
- Language requirements: Bilingual in a relevant client language (i.e. Dari, Arabic, Spanish, French, Burmese) preferred
- Schedule: 40 hrs/week; Office hours: M-F 7:30am-5:30pm (evening and weekend work required at times)
Pay: $23.00 – $24.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
JOB SUMMARY
The Facilities Technician maintains the functionality, appearance, and safety of all Catholic Charities Dallas (CCD) facilities and grounds. This role encompasses general maintenance, inspections, and cleanliness of interior and exterior spaces, along with event setup support and safety initiatives. Working closely with supervisors and service providers, the technician ensures CCD facilities remain efficient, safe, and welcoming. This role will be a floater role that will report to multiple locations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conducts general and detailed maintenance activities, including patching, painting, hardware repairs, and other repairs or replacements as required, under direct or indirect supervision.
- Performs routine maintenance on facility infrastructure, equipment, and appliances, including preventative maintenance to ensure functionality and safety.
- Executes daily inspections of assigned buildings and grounds, identifying and addressing maintenance needs.
- Completes general cleaning tasks independently or as part of a team, maintaining interior and exterior cleanliness across all Catholic Charities Dallas (CCD) locations.
- Manages and tracks maintenance requests through the Facilities Work Request System (Eptura), ensuring timely responses.
- Completes monthly inspection checklists for all CCD and shared services locations, adhering to timelines.
- Provides support for events, overseeing setup and breakdown while ensuring spaces are returned to their original state promptly.
- Conducts minor plumbing repairs, installations, and refurbishments as needed.
- Assists with grounds maintenance, including exterior cleaning tasks such as sweeping, dusting, and painting exterior areas.
- Identifies and reports any significant maintenance or repair needs to the supervisor.
- Serves as a liaison with grounds and facilities service providers and vendors, ensuring quality and continuity of services.
OTHER DUTIES:
- Advises the supervisor on identified maintenance or repair needs.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor to support CCD facility operations.
- Participates in safety initiatives to maintain compliance and safety standards.
- Upholds the mission, values, and vision of Catholic Charities Dallas through all work activities.
- 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:
- HS diploma or GED; some college preferred.
- 1-5 plus year building and grounds maintenance experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Demonstrates strong time management skills with the ability to work independently and efficiently.
- Exhibits flexibility and responsiveness in managing multiple requests and adapting to changing priorities in facility operations.
- Demonstrates the ability to remain productive and efficient under pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Accepts accountability for assigned tasks and responsibilities, ensuring successful completion of all duties.
- Follows directions accurately and maintains effectiveness when working independently with minimal supervision.
- Adapts to variable schedules and flexible hours, including the capacity to work overtime as needed.
- Collaborates effectively within a team setting to achieve high-performance outcomes in support of facility operations.
- Proactively takes initiative and approaches tasks with a sense of urgency to meet facility demands.
Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check
Driving Record: Clear driving record and current liability insurance
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 lift up to 60 lbs.
- Occasionally exposed to wet/humid and extreme cold/heat conditions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 – $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Summary
Serve as the first point of contact for walk-in clients by providing a warm welcome, connecting to assigned staff, and/or conducting initial screening/intake for program enrollment based on eligibility and client need. Serve as back-up receptionist for front desk to greet and check-in visitors, answer and direct calls, and support the overall administrative flow of the office.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Serve as first entry point for clients arriving without a scheduled appointment to connect to assigned staff, if applicable, or conduct screening/intake for new clients.
- Refer eligible clients to appropriate internal programs and/or provide external referrals for community resources if ineligible.
- Maintain a detailed record of walk-in clients.
- Provide interpretation/translation for other RS staff, as needed and appropriate.
- Provide administrative support to the RS team including, but not limited to, processing mail, doing data entry, supporting volunteers, assisting with special events or projects, or tasks for program management.
- Act as a back-up coverage for the receptionist desks in case of vacation, vacancy, or illness.
- Provide a welcoming environment, complete visitor check-in process, and direct visitors to the appropriate person. Follow safety procedures for the building and serve as a safety captain.
- Answer, screen, direct phone calls. Respond to general inquiries via email or phone in a timely and professional manner. Receive, sort, distribute mail and deliveries.
- Assist with preparing documents, forms, and correspondence for internal and external communications.
- Complete/Audit all necessary documentation and reporting to ensure compliance with funding requirements, accreditation, and agency quality assurance standards.
- Ensure services are delivered in accordance with agency culture, mission, vision, and values.
Other Duties
- 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.
- Live out the mission, vision, and values of CCD.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Education & Training
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant behavioral/social sciences field or equivalent experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, online databases, etc.
- Experience in customer service, cross-cultural communication skills, de-escalation skills, or office administration strongly preferred.
- Strong adherence to professional ethics and agency standards.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Effective time management and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail and adaptability in a flexible work environment.
- Ability to handle confidential information with great discretion.
- Experience with refugee or immigrant populations preferred.
Other Requirements (Background check, Driving record, Language, Physical)
- Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check, which includes a child abuse/neglect check.
- Drug Screen: pre-employment and random
- Health: Pre-hire TB screen. Other public health screenings or immunizations as indicated by program
- Driving Record: Valid TX driver’s license, cleared motor vehicle record, required $100K/$300K liability insurance & safe, reliable transportation for work-related usage
- Commute: In-person position in Dallas, TX. Work-related travel compensated at federal rate for personal vehicle use.
- Language requirements: Bilingual in a relevant client language (i.e. Dari, Arabic, Spanish, French, Burmese) preferred
- Schedule: 40 hrs/week; Office hours: M-F 730am-530pm
Pay: $22.00 – $23.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Full job description
Overview
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. Time in the home not working, such as sleep hours or taking care of personal needs, is not paid.
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.
- Nighttime moms arrive between 5-5:30 PM, depending on their work schedule, and stay until 8 AM. Must be present at the home from 5:00 PM/5:30 PM to 8:00 AM, Monday through Friday, and one weekend day all day or alternate weekends with the other night mom.
- 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.
- Other duties assigned by supervisor.
Education & Training
- High school diploma or GED required
- Experience in residential, shelter, or caregiving environments preferred
- Training in life skills coaching or similar areas preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal.
- Basic computer or phone literacy for documentation and communication
- Efficient time management skills.
- Computer skills required.
- Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
Other Requirements
- Background Check: This position requires a criminal background
- Health: Initial TB test and drug screen required; annual TB screen and drug screening as required.
- Participation in mandatory training and activities is required.
- Must be able to go up and down the stairs.
- Reliable transportation and punctuality.
- Must be able to lift at least 10 pounds.
- Ability to respond quickly to emergencies.
- Must be able to perform basic household tasks such as sweeping, mopping, stocking supplies, etc.
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
Work Location: In person
Job Summary
The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the Mater Maria Maternity Home team, the Parent Educator/Case Managers (x2), Infant Adoption Case Managers (x2), and the Finally Home Case Manager. This leadership role ensures that all program components operate efficiently, align with organizational goals, and provide high-quality services to clients. The Program Manager will implement program policies, oversee staff development, monitor program outcomes, and collaborate with leadership to enhance service delivery. This position upholds the mission and values of Catholic Charities Dallas and plays a crucial role in advancing the organization’s impact on maternal and child health, family stability, options counseling, and self-sufficiency.
Please note that, due to the holiday season, candidates may not receive a response until early January when the team returns to the office.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide direct supervision and leadership to the Mater Maria Residential Services Supervisor and team, Parent
- Educator/Case Management team, Infant Adoption Case Managers, and Finally Home Case Manager.
- Oversee program operations to ensure alignment with organizational goals, funding requirements, and accreditation standards.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve program efficiency and effectiveness.
- Monitor and evaluate program outcomes, ensuring that goals related to maternal health, parenting education, and economic self-sufficiency are met.
- Support team members in maintaining case management best practices, accurate documentation, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with leadership to develop strategic plans and funding initiatives that support program growth and sustainability.
- Facilitate staff development through training opportunities, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
- Manage budgets, grants, and financial resources for assigned programs to ensure compliance and effective resource allocation.
- Strengthen community partnerships by networking with stakeholders, service providers, and funding agencies.
- Conduct regular team meetings with PP&A and Mater Maria staff to review progress, address challenges, and share best practices.
- Provide crisis intervention and support for escalated client concerns as needed.
- Oversee and ensure compliance with all policies related to client safety, abuse prevention, and mandated reporting.
- Support internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to all program requirements and documentation standards.
Other Duties
- Respond quickly and effectively to policy and procedure violations using the organization’s disciplinary procedures.
- 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.
- Provide staff with regular feedback regarding abuse risk prevention and a healthy reporting culture.
- Ensure required abuse prevention practices are followed and a healthy reporting culture is maintained.
- Uphold the mission, values, and vision of Catholic Charities Dallas in all aspects of program management.
- Attend leadership training, seminars, and professional development opportunities.
- Maintain program accreditation and ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
- Serve as a liaison between staff, leadership, and external partners to enhance program visibility and effectiveness.
- Adhere to applicable professional and agency codes of ethics.
- Ensure that staff adhere to policies regarding boundaries, ethical standards, and client confidentiality.
- Report and address any policy violations, safety concerns, or program risks.
- Perform other duties as assigned by executive leadership to enhance program outcomes and client services.
Education & Training
- Master’s degree in social work, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field preferred;
- Bachelor’s degree with extensive experience will be considered.
- Minimum of five years of experience in social services, case management, or program administration.
- At least three years of supervisory or leadership experience in a human services organization.
- LCPAA License required or ability to sit for test within three months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Maintains current professional license for the state of Texas.
- Strong understanding of maternal health, case management, parenting education, and family support services.
- Experience managing budgets, grants, and program funding.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, case management software, and data reporting systems.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (background check, driving record, language, physical)
Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check and finger printing.
Driving Record: Valid TX driver’s license and required insurance
Health: Pre-employment TB Screen, Pre-employment and random drug testing.
Language requirements: N/A
Pay: $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year
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
Work Location: In person
Job Overview
The Program Director provides both strategic and day-to-day leadership, management, and accountability for the Educational & Senior Services department, overseeing a team of 33-37 staff members and serving an average of 1,000 to 1,200 clients each month. This role encompasses direct oversight of all department missions, including program operations, program management, client outreach and enrollment, service delivery, staff training & supervision, managing daily office/program operations, resolving operational issues, managing grants and contracts, building relationships with community partners and funders and coordination between administrative and client-facing functions. Additionally, the director is responsible for performance quality improvement of missions, fiscal and budget planning/monitoring, program monitoring, license inspections, accreditation compliance and risk and liability management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Develops annual operating plans which clearly defines program goals, objectives, and performance standards.
- Assists program managers in the development of program policies and procedures by evaluating and providing approval for drafts and amendments.
- Assist in the identification and development of resources (volunteers, grants as necessary to ensure successful program functioning, including the preparation of proposals).
- Monitors program revenue and expenditures to ensure accountability and operation within budget constraints.
- Facilitates and/or conducts outreach activities including development and distribution of program information materials, and community presentations.
- Complete all necessary paperwork to ensure quality client service and compliance with CCD and funding requirements.
- Creates, writes and updates program proposals (grants/contracts)
- Completes all necessary paperwork to ensure quality client services and compliance with funding requirements
- Develops an effective working relationship with other program directors and leadership teams in other departments (development, HR, accounting, IT, Parish Relations, Volunteer etc.)
- Responsible for personnel administration providing appropriate training to staff and participation in agency training as necessary; ensuring adherence to agency policies and procedures by staff, volunteers and clients; delegation of specific areas of responsibility to staff; presiding at regular staff meetings.
- Responsible for the timely, effective communication to program staff.
- Responsible for compliance with all licensing and contractual requirements (programmatic and fiscal).
Other Duties
- Responsible for program and mission outcomes/outputs, reporting, and audits
- Responsible for the implementation of safe environment and other risk management policies and procedures including Praesidium Accreditation.
- Represents CCD and programs to the community and identifies new opportunities for offering CCD services.
- Supports and lives out the Mission, Values, and Vision of CCD.
- Respond quickly and effectively to policy and procedure violations using the organization’s disciplinary policies and procedures.
- Provides staff with training, regular feedback regarding abuse risk prevention and a healthy reporting culture and work environment.
- Ensures required abuse prevention practices are adhered to across programs and CCD.
- Adheres to policies related to boundaries with and protection of clients.
- Completes required abuse prevention training (Safe Environment) and others, as required by program.
- Reports suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
- Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
- Adheres to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
- Adhere to procedures related to managing high risk activities and supervising clients, as applicable.
Education, Training & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field is required. Master’s degree is preferred or experience equivalent to a master’s degree in the appropriate services.
- Additional accreditations as required by specific program: Childcare administrator license required or ability and qualifications to receive license within 6 months.
- At least five years of demonstrated experience, training, and leadership in early childhood education, adult education, senior programs or related programs and missions is required.
- Proven organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, meet deadlines and produce high quality results quickly.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Highly motivated; able to work independently and as part of a team and with energy, optimism and persistence
- Computer literate and experience with MS Office suite of products and programmatic database applications
- Highly developed skills in strategic planning, budgeting and team management
- Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills. Must be able to represent CCD at community events and meetings.
- Excellent knowledge of / proficiency in:
o Data collection and analysis as related to nonprofit outcomes
o Strategic planning, budgeting and team building
o Problem solving, accuracy and attention to detail
- High level ability to: o Analyze and systematically compile technical and statistical information and to prepare concise reports and correspondence for different stakeholders o Ability to review the work products and details of others to ensure compliance with CCD standards
- Computer literate and experience with MS Office suite of products and programmatic database applications
- Collaborative style that fosters workplace excellence and mutual staff support
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Availability: Regular office hours 8-5, Monday – Friday. Occasionally, the position requires work on weekends and evenings as needed.
Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check.
Work Environment: This position typically operates in a professional office environment. Remote work options are not available.
Work Location: Cardinal Farrell Community Center at 4550 W Davis St., Dallas, TX 75211 & occasional travel throughout the 9 County Service Area.
Pay: $90,000.00 – $106,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Summary
Provide care and supervision to immigrant and refugee youth placed in an agency foster home. Provide appropriate levels of supervision, engagement and activities to youth placed in the home.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Create a welcoming, safe and child-friendly environment for children.
- Provide direct care of youth, for assigned shifts, and provide sound supervision to assigned group of children.
- Meet the daily needs of youth living in the agency foster home including but not limited to nutritional, educational, medical, dental, recreational, cultural, transportation and social needs. This may include medication pass, cleaning and 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.
- Encourage optimism in children, encouraging them to have hope for their futures.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with other agency staff providing services to minors in the home (ex. Agency home foster parents, tutors, case managers, program managers, etc.)
- Provide structured and consistent discipline and guidance that is strength-based, age appropriate, and does not involve corporal punishment.
- Assist youth in providing skills and training related to preparation of being reunified with family or program transfer.
- You complete all necessary documentation to ensure compliance with funding requirements, licensing requirements and standards.
- 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 activities during shifts.
- Comply with unannounced observation and job coaching during shifts.
- Actively participate in monthly supervision/touchpoints with supervisors to discuss ongoing development.
Other Duties
- You participate in at least 40 hours of training per year.
- You adhere to policies related to boundaries with clients.
- You attend required abuse risk management training.
- You report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
- You follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
- You adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
- You 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.
Education & Training
- High school diploma or equivalent required with one year experience working with children required
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
- Ability to work evenings, weekends and/or overnights as assigned
- 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 in common client language strongly preferred
- Physical requirements: Able to be actively engaged with children and ability to physically intervene for child safety if necessary
Pay: $17.20 – $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Overview
Provide guidance support, and case management to refugee students and their families to ensure successful integration into the U.S. school system. Understand and maintain agency and funder requirements for services, case file documentation, and data tracking.
Duties
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of refugee students and their families to identify educational, social, and support needs.
- Develop individualized service plans to assist students and families in successfully navigating the school system.
- Provide ongoing case management and support to ensure families can access educational resources, services, and programs.
- Assist families with school enrollment, registration, and documentation requirements.
- Establish and maintain relationships with local schools, teachers, counselors, and administrators to coordinate services and support.
- Offer guidance to families and students regarding academic expectations, school policies, and social adjustment.
- Connect families to community resources that support educational success, including tutoring, after-school programs, and mental health services.
- Monitor student progress and provide follow-up to ensure service plan goals are being met.
- Perform data entry and maintain documentation of eligibility, program compliance, and services.
- Work with the supervisor and team on quality assurance, ongoing file review, and data compliance.,
- Complete/Audit all necessary documentation and reporting to ensure compliance with funding requirements, licensing requirements, accreditation, and agency quality assurance standards.
- Ensure services are delivered in accordance with agency culture, mission, vision, and values.
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.
- Live out the mission, vision, and values of CCD.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Education & Training
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant education/behavioral/social science.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, online databases, etc.
- Previous social work, education, or case management experience strongly preferred.
- Strong adherence to professional ethics and agency standards.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Effective time management and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail and adaptability in a flexible work environment.
- Ability to handle confidential information with great discretion.
- Experience with refugee or immigrant populations preferred.
Other Requirements (Background Check, Driving Record, Language, Physical)
- Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check, which includes a child abuse/neglect check.
- Drug Screen: pre-employment and random
- Health: Pre-hire TB screen. Other public health screenings or immunizations as indicated by program
- Driving Record: Valid TX driver’s license, cleared motor vehicle record, required $100K/$300K liability insurance & safe, reliable transportation for work-related usage
- Commute: In-person position in Dallas, TX. Work-related travel compensated at federal rate for personal vehicle use.
- Language requirements: Bilingual in a relevant client language (i.e. Dari, Arabic, Spanish, French, Burmese) preferred
- Schedule: 40 hrs/week; Office hours: M-F 7:30am-5:30pm
Pay: $23.00 – $24.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
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.
