Caregiver Programs Lead — Education & Outreach

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet; Crest Hill (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time-off benefits

Health insurance

403B retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet seeks a Caregiver Program Specialist to support family caregivers through education, resource navigation, and outreach. This role focuses on empowering families with practical tools and connections to community services.

You will facilitate support groups, build partnerships with service providers, and promote positive outcomes using a strengths-based, person-centered approach. Strong communication and public speaking skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field.
• Minimum of three years’ experience preferred with community resources or programming for older adults.
• Experience serving caregivers or relatives raising children required.
• Experience and coursework in gerontology and psychotherapy required.
• Certification as a lay leader or master trainer in evidence-based programming required within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Implement programming under the direction of the Manager, including support groups, educational opportunities, outreach, and information/referral for caregivers.
• Implement special projects as assigned by the Manager.
• Adhere to guidelines set forth in funder’s bylaws and standards.
• Maintain secure client files and documentation in compliance with agency and funder standards.
• Attend outreach events to recruit clients and share information on programming.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Community resources

Program development

Outreach

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work

Bachelor's degree in psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet seeks a Caregiver Program Specialist to support family caregivers through education, resource navigation, and outreach. This role focuses on empowering families with practical tools and connections to community services.

You will facilitate support groups, build partnerships with service providers, and promote positive outcomes using a strengths-based, person-centered approach. Strong communication and public speaking skills are essential.