Base rate: $15.45

Catholic Charities is a non-profit organization with a diverse workforce of over 2000 employees of all faiths, ages and ethnicities who help to improve the lives of those we serve. We are the largest private provider of human services in Maryland operating over 80 programs throughout Maryland, serving children and families, people living in poverty, individuals with intellectual disabilities, immigrants, and seniors. Here, you can build a career where you make meaningful differences in the lives of others as we fulfill our mission to love, serve, teach, and work for justice.

Catholic Charities of Baltimore is currently seeking a Resident Associate who will assist residents of the Congregate Housing Services program with those activities that they are unable to perform without help, always fostering residents’ independence and freedom of choice. The work schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides assistance with activities of daily living, particularly meals and limited personal care.
• Provides assistance with instrumental activities of daily living including but not limited to: telephone, housekeeping tasks,
  laundry, escort service and other personal assistance services.
• Observes and reports changes in residents’ physical condition and cognitive/emotional status.
• Prepares and maintains resident documentation including verification forms and paperwork related to meals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma/ G.E.D and 1 year caregiver/homemaker experience required.
• Course work in geriatrics or related field and/or previous experience working in a geriatric environment desired.
• Must have the ability to: read, write/print legibly, follow oral and written directions, maintain confidentiality; be customer service oriented, work effectively with a culturally diverse frail, elderly population; and work flexible hours.
• Must be able to provide own reliable transportation to and from assignments.
• Position requires the ability to: move freely throughout the building, including climbing stairs; reach bend, squat, lift/push 50 lbs., and stand 85% of the time.
• Must possess visual and hearing acuity and clear speech sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.

Catholic Charities has a COVID Mandated Vaccination policy for all employees, which includes an exemption process.

Catholic Charities offers a competitive salary and benefits program.

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

Skills

• RA1H