Thrive and Change Lives

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development, collaboration, and the elimination of poverty and injustice; helping people in need regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, or nationality. We believe that all people have infinite value and are worthy of our respect and compassion. Above all, we are committed to creating hope and transforming lives.

We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others. For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work!

Flexible Work Schedules

Remitted Tuition

Professional Development

Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits

Professional Supervision and Coaching

Recognition and Appreciation Programs

Opportunities for Growth and Promotion

The Client Support Worker will be responsible for transportation services and providing non-professional assistance in the Family Advocacy Program. They will  help with scheduling transportation for Supervised Visitation Services, maintaining the visitation calendar, transporting clients to and from supervised visits and group classes. Additioally they will deliver emergency and basic need items to clients, while ensuring vehicle cleanliness and compliance with safety regulations. The Client Support Worker will provide fill-in supervision for foster children visits, conducting home visits for gathering. They will provide information and resources, and offering childcare for group classes. The Client Support Worker plays a vital role in supporting casework staff and delivering services to clients effectively. This position will also maintain guidelines established by the funding sources and Catholic Charities policies and procedures.

This Position is Full Time and Pay is $19.00/Hour

Education and/or Experience Required at Entry:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Additional specialized training, coursework, or skill acquisition related to the position.
• Up to one year of relevant experience

Licenses/Certificate/Clearances:

• Valid N.Y.S. Drivers License.
• Registered and insured vehicle.
• N.Y.S. Child Abuse Registry clearance.

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and courteous relationships with clients, agency staff, and the general public.
• Proficiency in MS Outlook and MS Office.
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs,
• Mobility sufficient to drive to and participate in meetings at client’s homes and/or community facilities which may not meet Federal accessibility standards for disabled individuals,
• Manual dexterity sufficient to work with children/adults in a challenging and active environment.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building on our foundation of a diverse workforce; and fostering an inclusive environment that encourages the recruitment and engagement of a workforce that fully represents the community we serve. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race), color, creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, prior arrest/conviction record, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status of being transgender, ancestry, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, reproductive health decision making, or any other basis prohibited by law.