We are Hiring! 

As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston builds communities that care for all people. We serve all people seeking help in a safe, welcoming and comforting environment that feels like being home. We proudly employ people from all backgrounds and experiences. 

If you're looking for more than just a job, if you're passionate about making a  meaningful impact on the lives of others, join a team that changes lives every day. Be a part of something truly special.

Employment Type:  Part-Time

Schedule:   20 / Week. The actual distribution is very flexible, as we anticipate working around schooling

Salary: $20.00 an hour

Top Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan 
• Generous time off package and work-life balance 
• Comprehensive benefits package 
• Supportive and collaborative environment 
• Opportunities for growth and development 
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives 

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively within the agency and the community.

• Ability to build rapport with individuals, families, and stakeholders.

• Integrity and professionalism. 

• Good oral and written communication skill; basic computer skills. 

• Enthusiastic and willingness to learn.

General Description

The Paid Prevention Intern (PPI) is a 12-month, grant funded, part-time position working and learning in a NYS OASAS Prevention program. The PPI is designed to offer an entry level pathway to individuals interested in the Prevention field and ultimately in pursuing a Certified Prevention Professional (CPP) or Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) credential. Completion of the internship guarantees an individual 60 hours of Prevention-specific education and training.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Learns the process of identifying the needs of a community.
• Learns about and utilize Evidence Based Programs (EBP) to assess needs of individuals, families, and the community. 
• Develops and implements Environmental Change Strategy efforts. 
• Participates in community engagement; attends community meetings, collaborates with community coalitions, and task forces, and strengthens community relationships.
• Works closely with community stakeholders including service providers, schools, law enforcement, and local businesses to provide prevention education and tools. 
• Aids the agency with development and implementation of new workshops and initiatives to serve the community. 
• Meets regularly with supervisor to receive necessary training and supervision to be able to complete all tasks. 
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory direction and perform other related duties as required.

 Additional Qualifications:

• Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing and documentation. Demonstrate ethical business practices, in accordance with all state and federal laws and regulations.
• Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality regarding all records reviewed including consumer records, employee records and billing records.
• Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize duties. 
• Ability to work in the following software programs: Windows, Microsoft Office, and multiple online software platforms as required by funders and partner organizations
• Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s license and a driver's record considered acceptable by agency and insurance carrier.
• Continuous use of a reliable, registered and insured vehicle.
• Ability to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes which support organizational mission, philosophy, and policies
• Ability to work in a cooperative and helpful manner with all individuals
• Willingness and ability to foster agency and program wide cooperation and teamwork through use of positive/constructive communication techniques
• Provide effective, equitable, understandable and respectful quality care and services that are responsive to diverse cultural health beliefs and practices, preferred languages, health literacy and other communication needs.

Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Compliance: Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards.  All duties must be performed in accordance with CCFCS’s corporate compliance & ethics program. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. CCDOR considers all background check information in accordance with applicable law.

Join us and help make a positive impact on our community!

***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet