Group Worker I

Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc. is one of the largest human services providers in California. The agency operates a variety of programs to serve the poor and strives to find permanent solutions to crisis situations by offering clients the tools and resources needed to achieve greater self-reliance and stability in their lives. Catholic Charities operates 18 community centers and 10 homeless shelters and also serves the poor with multi-faceted programs, including: after-school childcare; immigration, refugee, youth employment and psychological services; homework assistance and tutoring; English as a Second Language (ESL) and General Education diploma (GED) classes for adults; and services for homebound seniors and pregnant and parenting youth.

In this way, Catholic Charities maintains a continuum of care for clients as they move from vulnerability to self-sufficiency. Responsibilities: Provide crisis intervention counseling and outreach services. Participates in outreach to meet with and counsel youths on the street, including putting up flyers to attract clients.

Provide a safe environment for participants and staff. Instructs and trains volunteers in methods and procedures. Completes intake procedure and maintains client records and activity reports.

Determines the best possible shelter alternatives for runaways and homeless youth. Find appropriate shelter and/or professional counseling for clients. Meets clients' immediate physical needs such as food and clothing.

Transports and supervises clients. Displays sensitivity to the client population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. Answers phone calls, giving phone counseling when necessary.

Performs related duties as required. Qualifications: Two years of college required Six to twelve months of related experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills Must have a valid driver's license Experience working with a non-profit a plus. Self-motivated, creative, and able to implement new ideas.

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to juggle multiple tasks, work under deadline, and work independently as well as collaboratively with lay leaders and professionals. Exceptional ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and exercise sound judgment and decision-making skills.

Catholic Charities offers a wide range of employee benefits to support the total wellness of its employees. Our competitive package provides the flexibility to select the benefits that best meets the employee's needs. Benefits are effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

Medical, Dental & Vision Life Insurance Retirement Plan to include 401a/employer contribution only and 403(b) Supplemental Insurance (life, Accident, disability insurance, etc.) Flexible Spending Account Health Care Spending Account Reimbursement accounts (HAS) Vacation days - 12 days per year Sick time - 10 days per year Short- and Long-Term Disability 13 holidays per year for regular f/t & p/t employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness Cell Phones for those working in Shelters or with Clients outside of the office Employee Recognition - Annual Staff Appreciation Day Event Free Parking