• Job Description

  Req#: PROGR008084

  Pay Rate: $17.50/hour

  For over 35 years, the Our Daily Bread Employment Center has helped people in need with a daily hot meal, case management, job training, and employment counseling. Our Daily Bread Employment Center is committed to planting seeds of hope daily for individuals experiencing hunger in Baltimore City and helping them improve their lives. Access to healthy food is a human right, and providing it is a collective responsibility. Satisfying this need requires sustained commitment and dedication from countless staff and volunteers, and support from the community. We all play an integral part.

  Come be a part of this HUB that provides daily meals, supportive services, both community-based and residential employment services.

  Catholic Charities of Baltimore, Our Daily Bread Employment Center is looking for a Program Assistant, who will provide information, assistance, and security to the program and its guests. The ideal candidate will conduct their work in a welcoming and hospitable manner towards all clients, volunteers, and visitors through their personal actions and assistance. The work schedule is Friday and Saturday 12am - 8am

  JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work to maintain a safe and secure environment both inside and outside properties for clients, staff members, volunteers, and visitors.
  • Handle specialized tasks which include monitoring the compliance of policies and procedures, reporting incidents, writing violations, and emergency intervention as required.
  • Willingly works with clients and volunteers, demonstrating the philosophy of Catholic Charities and the program through participation in activities, positive communication, and helpful attitude.
  • Maintain logs and files related to various programs, records entries accurately reflecting events as they occurred.
  • Ensure residents are aware of their rights and the grievance process.
  • Monitor building activity to help ensure safety, security, and compliance with building policies and procedures.
  • React to emergency situations appropriately and in a professional manner.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

  EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • One year of related experience preferably working with the homeless or at-risk populations

  CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:

  • Must be certified in CPR and/or First Aid within six months of employment.

  REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Ability to utilize, or willingness to learn computer systems and software, necessary to perform position functions. (Basic computer, web browsing, online training, and email usage skills).
  • Shows reliability by being punctual; maintains consistent attendance.
  • Good social skills with respectful demeanor toward staff, clients, and visitors.
  • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
  • Ability to intervene between 2 or more people in a non-violent manner.
  • Knowledge of basic concepts of personal care, housekeeping, and other care areas.
  • Ability to relate to and show consideration for a variety of personalities.

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.
  • Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.
  • Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
  • Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

  We offer a wide range of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees including but not limited to:

  • Health/Dental/Vision
  • Vacation/sick/holiday pay
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with a discretionary employer contribution
  • Tuition Advancement
  • Paid Parental Leave

  Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.

  Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer

  Qualifications

  Education

  Preferred

  High School

  Experience

  Preferred

  security, human services, housekeeping or customer service

  Behaviors

  Preferred

  Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

  Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

  Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

  Motivations

  Preferred

  Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

  Equal Opportunity Employer
  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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