There are many ways to get involved with our agency, programs, and mission.
Whether it be volunteering your time and experience to a particular program, helping with an event, or a career in one of our many quality programs, we want to hear from you.
WE ARE ALWAYS INTERESTED IN HEARING FROM PEOPLE THAT ALIGN WITH OUR GOALS, AND ARE READY TO BRING THEIR SKILLS TO THE PEOPLE WE SERVE. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO BROWSE OUR CURRENT OPENINGS. YOU CAN ALSO UPLOAD YOUR RESUME AND LET US KNOW WHAT PROGRAM YOU WOULD BE INTERESTED IN JOINING WHEN POSITIONS BECOME AVAILABLE.
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A Residence Counselor is responsible for working with program participants in maximizing the resident's independence and facilitating a return to family, school and community. The residence counselor reports to the Program Manager.
Responsibilities/Duties:
Participate with the supervisor in the intake/admission process of new residents.
Assess and orient new residents as primary counselor.
Develop, with the resident and family, an individual service plan based on the resident's stated needs, goals and objectives.
Teach, assist and supervise residents in areas such as assertiveness training, daily living skills, health services, socialization, symptom management and other areas of need.
Maintain resident records in areas such as intake and baseline assessment, medical services, medications, progress notes, financial information and general service notes.
Participate in ongoing assessment of residents progress and modify individual service plans to meet the changing needs of the program participants.
Develop and implement with the resident and treatment team an effective discharge plan.
Assure a safe, healthy living environment for all program participants and provide immediate assistance and intervention in any crisis situation.
Attend meetings such as med reviews, medical appointments,vocational meetings and similar events at the request of the resident and the resident’s family.
Attend regular staff meetings, in-services and training.
Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Program Manager and deemed necessary to provide quality service and efficient procedure.
Represent Catholic Charities with empathy and compassion and ensure confidentiality when dealing with other employees, clients and the public
Required to maintain accurate statistical records and files on program participants and activities, including but not limited to: individual client records, progress on goal, progress notes, billing notes, billing records, medication records, daily log, communication log, expense sheets, purchase orders, petty cash, client funds, mileage records, and menus.
Qualifications:
An Associate's Degree and experience or a High School diploma (or equivalent) and at least two years human service experience required. Residence Counselor's must possess a valid NYS Driver's license. Good verbal and written skills are a must.
The Direct Support Professional is responsible for the direct care and supervision of individuals residing in the residential program. Regular duties include personal care, medication administration, habilitation and support services, transportation, planning, housekeeping and program documentation. DSP's regularly transport and attend resident's medical and personal appointments.
Qualifications: A High School diploma or equivalent, 1 year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or similar working experience preferred and a valid NYS Drivers License.
We are looking for candidates for our Sherburne and Norwich residential homes.
Part-Time and Per-Diem positions available. Community Habilitation Workers assist individuals who are diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they access the community and to help them acquire skills that they need to live their lives independently. Preferred candidates for these positions must be 21 years of old, have a valid NYS drivers license and a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience working with individuals who have disabilities is preferred, however training can be provided. Applicants must also be willing to receive training in CPR, First Aid, SCIP-R and any additional training's required by the agency.
These are very rewarding and flexible positions and are also a great way to gain a supplemental income or have the potential to gain up to full-time employment. Workers are typically selected by the individual and their family and matched based on common interest's and availability.
If you have an interest in applying for one of our available positions, please submit a complete application and attach a current resume using one of the following options:
You can submit your application online by clicking here. Please make sure you attach your current resume.
or;
Applicants can download an application using the button below and mail their completed application with attached resume to:
Catholic Charities of Chenango County
Attn: Katie Chaffee
3 O'Hara Drive
Norwich, NY 13815
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email the completed application with resume to: Katie Chaffee at kchaffee@ccofcc.com
Your gifts, both modest and substantial, are used to help those in need and to bring change to the lives of others. As a not-for-profit organization, we cannot overstate our dependence on the generosity of donors to fulfill our mission. Your donation will work with other funds to help those affected by hunger, victimization and abuse, mental illness, and other needs. We have several options for making a financial contribution to our agency. You can make a difference: please consider making a donation today. Contact us at 607-334-8244 for more information or use the button below to make a secure donation using PayPal.
ESTATE PLANNING AND CATHOLIC CHARITIES
When developing your Estate Financial plan, please keep in mind Catholic Charities Of Chenango County by considering the following options:
• Provisions in your will
• Donation of cash
• Name Catholic Charities Of Chenango County the beneficiary of an insurance policy
• Donation of land and/or equipment
• Set up a Charitable Remainder Trust
Please contact us at 607-334-8244 for further information regarding provisions for Catholic Charities in you estate planning.
Both short term and long term volunteers are an essential part of our organization. Below are some of the volunteer opportunities typically available at our agency. Please feel free to fill out the volunteer application form or contact us at 607-334-8244.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
- Fundraising event volunteer
- Interns
- Roots and Wings self-help center
- Special Events
- Guest Speakers or Trainers