LifeHouse Care Support

Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri, Inc.; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri, Inc. is seeking a Care Support staff for LifeHouse Crisis Maternity Home in Missouri. You will assist pregnant women and their families with daily routines in a transitional housing setting, maintain cleanliness, answer inquiries, and support basic self-care and postnatal needs.

The role includes weekend and evening shifts. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license with insurance are required; prior human services experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and proof of insurance.
• Preferred: prior experience in human services.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily routines.
• Maintain household cleanliness and monitor supplies.
• Answer phones, take messages, and complete telephone intake assessments.
• Assist with documentation of medicine.
• Ensure residents pass room checks and follow program rules.
• Conduct safety checks throughout the building, including safe sleep environments.
• Prepare rooms for new residents.
• Provide basic self-care support for postpartum residents (e.g., bathroom hygiene, breastfeeding, childcare).
• Facilitate random urine screenings and breathalyzer tests.
• Prepare meals for a larger group when needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Base Pay $15.00 / Hour
• Job Category LifeHouse
• Employee Type PRN Non-Exempt

Contact information

• Name Human Resources
• Phone [phone]

Description

Why You’ll Love This Position:

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of pregnant women and their children? At LifeHouse Crisis Maternity Home, as Care Support, you'll assist our women and families in maintaining their everyday routine while supporting them in a transitional housing setting.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist residents with daily routines.
• Maintain household cleanliness, organization, monitor everyday supplies, and process donations.
• Answer phones, take/deliver messages as appropriate, and complete telephone intake assessments.
• Assist with documentation of medicine.
• Ensure residents complete chores, passing room checks, and following the agreements and expectations of the program.
• Conduct safety checks throughout the building, including safe sleep environments.
• Prepare rooms for new residents.
• Provide basic self-care support for postpartum residents (i.e., bathroom hygiene, breastfeeding, childcare support, etc.)
• Facilitating random resident urine screenings and breathalyzer testing.
• Prepare meals for a larger group of residents when needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Catholic Social Teachings

Possesses a strong commitment to the mission of Catholic Charities, including the understanding of Catholic Social Teaching and the ability to demonstrate the philosophy and values of the agency. The identity of the agency is clearly Catholic, and as such, Catholic Charities adheres to the social and moral teachings of the Catholic Church.

Requirements

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, and proof of insurance.

Preferred:

• Prior experience working or volunteering in a human services field or other support services role.

Available Shift:

• Weekend and Evenings

If you have questions about this position, please contact:

Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.