Employment Opportunities

Job# CC-76-08

Case Aide- Provide assistance to Child Welfare Workers within the Children’s Services Division, maintains visitation records on appropriate forms, transports clients to various appointments including medical appointments, court, and public aid appointments.  Qualifications are as followed: Must be 21 yrs or older, & have valid IL Drivers License with insurance. Minimum of 3 months experience working with children. Part-Time (20hrs/wk), work location is Joliet, IL.

Job# CC-20-10-FL

Secretary II - Function as the Secretary for the program by providing quality secretarial services to clients and staff as needed.  High School Diploma or GED.  1-3 years of office experience.  Ability to type 35 words per minute.  Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet package.  Familiarity with various office equipment.  Ability to relate to the general public in a cordial and professional manner both in person and on the telephone.  Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally.  Work location: 200 S. DesPlaines Street, Joliet, IL, Full-Time, Monday thru Friday, 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m.

Job# 38-10

Family Service Worker – Bilingual - The Family Service Worker II assists the Site Supervisor and other staff in planning, developing, implementing and coordinating the Head Start Performance Standards as related to Health and Nutrition Services, Family and Community Partnerships, Program Design and Management.  Qualifications are as followed: BSW or related field, plus one (1) year experience required. All degrees must come from a regionally accredited education institution, which has U.S. Department of Education approval.  Knowledge of local community, resources, child development, and preferred Head Start experience.  Good verbal and written skills and demonstrated ability to relate well to diverse cultures and family systems. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and constructively with persons from all ethnic, racial, and social backgrounds.  Work location: St. John’s Head Start Center, 403 N. Hickory Street, Joliet, IL., Monday thru Friday, 8:00a.m. to 5:30p.m.

Job# CC-40-10

Teacher III-Bilingual - Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor, the Teacher III is responsible for adhering to the guidelines of HHS’s Head Start Performance Standards related to Early Childhood Services in conjunction with State Licensing Standards. Responsible for leadership and management of the center during the absence of the Site Supervisor.  Qualifications are as followed: Graduation from an accredited four year College or University with a degree in Early Childhood Education sequence with an Early Childhood Education Certification or related field. All degrees must come from a regionally accredited education institution, which has U.S. Department of Education approval.  Eighteen (18) hours or more of college credits in Child Development or related field.  A CDA Credential must be acquired within one year of employment if the Bachelor of Arts Degree is in an unrelated field.  One to three years experience working in a childcare setting is required.  At least 18 years of age.  Work location: St. John’s Head Start Center, 403 N. Hickory St, Joliet, IL., Monday thru Friday, 8:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.

Job# CC-36-10

Emergency Services and Hope House Supervisor - Operates as a member of the Community Services team, and works cooperatively with the Director and Assistant Director of Community Services to supervise Emergency Services and Hope House Shelter staff members.  Responsible for the day to day operations of Emergency Services, Hope House Shelter, and case management services to clients requesting assistance within a designated area of the diocese, including crisis intervention, assessment counseling, and supportive services; provides consultation, training, and education services as needed to clients, their families, and to parishes and community groups, identifying unmet needs, making appropriate referrals, and developing appropriate programs in consultation with the Assistant Director and Director of Community Services.  Qualifications are as followed: Masters degree with major in appropriate field of study (Social Work or related degree).  All degrees must come from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval.  Five years of related work experience.  Demonstrated capacity to work constructively and effectively with persons from all ethnic, racial, economic and social backgrounds.  Must demonstrate excellent communication skills and maintain Bi-lingual staff that best fulfill the needs of the programs.  No physical or mental impairments which could prevent, or render impossible, the performance of the duties of this position.  Valid Driver’s License.  Work location:  26 W. St. Charles Rd., Lombard, IL., Monday thru Friday, 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m.

Job# 37-10

Case Manager – Bilingual - Operates as a member of the North Area Community Services Team providing intake, screening, assessment, case planning, and case management to individuals and families requesting emergency services, homeless prevention, and after care service.  Qualifications are as followed: Bachelor’s degree in a human service field; with 1-3 years of work related experience.  All degrees must come from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval.  Demonstrated capacity to work with individuals/families in crisis situations.  Demonstrated capacity to work with persons from diverse social backgrounds.  Capacity to maintain flexible work hours on evenings and weekends as needed.  Understanding and commitment to the social teachings of Catholic Charities.  Valid Illinois drivers license.  Basic computer skills.  Work location: 26W. St. Charles Rd., Lombard, IL., Monday thru Friday, 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m.

Job# 39-10

Case Manager - Operates as a member of the North Area Community Services Team providing intake, screening, assessment, and case management to individuals and families requesting emergency services, homeless prevention, and after care service.  Qualifications are as followed: Bachelor’s degree in human service field; with 1-3 years of work related experience. All degrees must come from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval.  Demonstrated capacity to work with individuals/families in crisis situations.  Demonstrated capacity to work with persons from diverse social backgrounds.  Capacity to maintain flexible work hours on evenings and weekends as needed.  Understanding and commitment to the social teachings of Catholic Charities.  Valid Illinois Drivers License.  Basic Computer Skills. Work location: 26 W. St. Charles Rd., Lombard, IL., Monday thru Friday 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m.

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