Visitation Aide (Temp Per Diem)

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is seeking a Temp Per Diem Visitation Aide for the Union City, NJ location to support the Supportive Visitation Services program. The role focuses on safe transportation, supervising visits, and clear documentation to promote family well‑being.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, at least one year working with families affected by trauma, and a valid NJ driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience working with children & families, particularly those affected by trauma.
• Valid NJ Driver's License required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College credits: 30 semester hours, including 12 in related subjects.

Responsibilities

• Transport children and/or parents to and from visitation locations and ensure safety of passengers.
• Supervise visits as needed and document transportation encounters and visits.
• Communicate with visitation specialists, parents, resource parents, and children.
• Maintain a safe, trauma‑informed environment that supports healthy attachment.

Skills

Communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Trauma-informed approach

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

30 semester hours credits including 12 in related area

Job description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is one of New Jersey’s largest non‑profit social service agencies with programs and facilities serving Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union counties.

We are currently seeking a Temp Per Diem Visitation Aide to join our Supportive Visitation Services program located in Union City, NJ.

The Visitation Aide is responsible for transporting children and/or parents to and from visitation locations; ensuring safety of passengers, maintaining vehicle; Supervises visits, as needed; Documents transportation encounters and visits; Communicates with visitation specialists, parents, resource parents, children, etc.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Initiates and maintains ongoing communication with families in a culturally sensitive manner utilizing a family’s preferred language taking into consideration a family’s faith and culture.
• Ensures the environment for parent‑child contact is safe, non‑traumatizing, and promotes healthy attachment.
• Initiates and maintains ongoing communication with DCP&P, other providers, and supports.
• Creates an environment that empowers family members, including parents, children, and caregivers to communicate their goals and needs.
• Utilizes various interviewing and/or communication techniques in a culturally competent manner.
• Recognizes non‑verbal communication and maintains good eye contact and posture.
• Advocates for parents/families as necessary and supports them in advocating for themselves.
• Operates from a trauma‑informed perspective

SCHEDULE

• Flexible hours Mon‑Fri(some nights, weekends, and/or holidays may be required.)
• Duration: 3 months

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year experience working with children & families, particularly families involved with welfare system and/or affected by trauma.
• Valid NJ Drivers License
• Note: Thirty (30) semester hour credits from an accredited college, which must include twelve (12) semester hour credits in

AGENCY MISSION

• In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture.
  Rate: $24.04/hr