Job Opportunities
Through 45 programs, Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans reaches out to victims of Hurricane Katrina, vulnerable children, troubled teens, families, seniors, survivors of domestic violence, people with profound disabilities, people with mental illness, and many others.
If you would like to serve your neighbors in need through employment with Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans, please fill out our online application. You may also send a cover letter and resume to ccanohr@archdiocese-no.org.
Listings are updated weekly. Last Update: March 5, 2010.
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans has the following openings:
ALPHA HOUSE
Certified Nursing Assistant Needed for the North Shore Adult Day Health Care Center, Monday thru Friday only. Valid CNA license and experience with seniors and the disabled. High school diploma required.
Driver Responsible for transporting the elderly and disabled clients on the North shore. High school diploma/GED and a CPR certification a plus. Must be able to keep records and clean around the center when not driving the bus.
HISPANIC APOSTOLATE COMMUNITY SERVICES
Tutor (Temporary position) Needed to supervise and assist elementary, middle, and high school students with homework, projects, and other activities as needed. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics preferred.
JEFFERSON CARE CENTER
Sub/PRN Residential Counselor Individual needed as a substitute to perform various responsibilities with client care including, house management, documentation, and reporting. Must be able to supervise and assist with meal preparation and serving. Strong organizational and communication skills needed. Previous experience with residential programs a plus. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
OPERATION HELPING HANDS
Work site leader (AmeriCorps Volunteer Position) Individual will act as on-site supervisor, resource person, and problem solver. The individual will work under the direction of the Work Team Supervisors. The Work Site Leader will be trained in all areas of home rebuilding – insulation, drywall, painting, flooring, carpentry and lead volunteer groups through the rebuilding process. Three, six, nine month or one year commitment required. Volunteer must be committed to ministering to the needs of the elderly. High School graduates age 21 or older or college graduates up to age 30.
PACE (Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)
Director of Nursing The Director of Nursing provides direct and indirect nursing care to geriatric patients. Supervises both licensed and non-licensed clinical personnel in all areas of the organization. Works under the direct and indirect supervision on the Director of Operations but is independent in the application of advanced nursing knowledge and skills. Manages complex clinical situations for which he/she is responsible. The Director of Nursing conducts initial and periodic assessments of participants, participates in the development of the IDT Plan of Care, participates in the coordination of a 24 hour care delivery, completes all documentation in the medical record as required, serves on the PACE GNO Management Team and serves as liaison between administration and direct care staff. Responsible for human resource and operational management of RNs, LP Ns, and MAs. Five years nursing experience with at least two years supervisory experience and one year caring for the frail or elderly. Able to function well in a team environment. Possess good organizational, communication and supervisory skills. Able to effectively handle difficult and unusual interpersonal situations. Bachelor degree in nursing minimum, Masters in Nursing or related Health Administration preferred. A current Louisiana Nursing license and a valid driver’s license are required.
Home Health Aide (PRN position) This position requires personal care to participants in their home including bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, transfers, lifting, incontinence and catheter care. Position requires basic housekeeping to participants including laundry, meal preparation and general cleaning. Provide medication monitoring and cueing. Must be able to move about freely, lift and turn patient. Requires manual dexterity and visual acuity to see and treat patients, ability to hear and orally communicate. Must be able to maneuver and operate general household equipment. High school diploma/GED, current state Certified Nursing Assistant license and CPR certification.
Physical Therapist (Part-time 20 hours plus benefits) Responsible for providing physical therapy services for program participants on acute, restorative or maintenance levels in Adult Day Health Center. Evaluates and administers physical therapy treatments to participants, evaluates effectiveness of interventions and modifies services as appropriate. Collaborate on care plans with interdisciplinary team. Develops group therapeutic exercise programs in accordance with participant needs. Occasional in-home treatment may be required. Graduate of a physical therapy program accredited by the APTA. Licensed to practice physical therapy in Louisiana. At least one year of general physical therapy experience with geriatric population.
Registered Nurse Case Manager Responsible for assessing the needs of the patient/family and coordinates the processes that facilitate the patient’s efficient movement through the health care continuum. The Case Manager has accountability for reviewing/monitoring the appropriateness and necessity of admission, intensity of service, and continued stay. The Case Manager communicates with physicians, other case managers, nurse managers/staff nurses, social workers, outside agencies, and ancillary departments to effectively manage clinical and financial outcomes, identifying opportunities to reduce cost and length of stay while maintaining or enhancing quality and service. Two plus years of hospice or oncology/homecare nursing experience preferred. Two years medical/surgical nursing experience preferred. Well developed nursing assessment and clinical skills are necessary. Bachelor of Science in Nursing, hospice/Palliative care nursing certification preferred. Current RN license in the State of Louisiana, computer literate and knowledge of electronic medical record. CPR certified a plus.
PADUA COMMUNITY HOMES
Direct Care Staff Knowledge of residential service programs, effective communication skills and client care. High school diploma required and one year experience working with the mental retardation or the developmentally disabled population.
Service Coordinator Manages the day to day service provision and management of the community homes. Supervisory experience is needed. Full-time, Sunday thru Saturday. 24 hours on call availability a must. One to two years experience with the MR/DD population. Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field needed. Excellent written and oral skills are necessary.
SUMMER WITNESS
Camp Director (temporary) Needed to oversee the operation of a 6 to 8 week educational value based summer camp offered to the youth of New Orleans. Directors must have experience working in a supervisory capacity in a camp or a school. Hours are 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. $16 - $18 per hour, Director’s meeting, orientation and all staff trainings are mandatory.
Summer Witness Teacher (temporary) Needed to assist the youth of the program. Junior and Senior Education majors are encouraged to apply. Teachers will be required to guide youth through structured learn-by-doing growth experiences. Hours are 7:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m., Monday thru Friday. $10 - $15 per hour, new hire orientation and training is mandatory.
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