Specialist, Community Engagement

at  Catholic Charities And Community Se

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GEDrequired;
• Demonstrated proficiency in administrative procedures
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Ability to lead others in an empathetic, collaborative manner
• Able to collaborate in a parish environment
• Able to promote and support life-affirming philosophy of client care
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Knowledge of the service populations cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff, volunteers and with a diverse client base.
• Trauma-informed mentality and/or willingness to learn trauma-informed practices.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma/GED required; 1-2 yrs of marketing, events, or community outreach experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before community groups or employees of organization.

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services (for women), Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Archdiocesan Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Services.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our Mission of extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded. We accomplish this through:

• Employer sponsored training
• Culture of Trauma-Informed Care
• Generous compensation and benefits package.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

A Community Engagement Specialist at Catholic Charities:

Benefits:In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so there may be a need to work some holidays, which would include holiday pay).
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee’s and 75% of dependents premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date. (Must be a Full-Time employee)
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits