What are the responsibilities and job description for the NIGHTMOM - Maternity Home Specialist -Overnight position at Catholic Charities Dallas?
Overview
Mater Maria is a Maternity Home that provides temporary residence and other services to pregnant women in need. We are looking for a woman that could live at one of our homes and will be responsible to supervise our Maternity Home operation during nights and weekends. We are looking for a woman that is caring and compassionate. She must treat pregnant women with dignity and love. Nighttime/weekend live-in house moms are full time positions.
The night moms’ rate will be $10/hour with CCD benefits room and board provided. Time in the home not working, such as sleep hours or taking care of personal needs, is not paid.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Live at one of our homes.
- Responsible for supervising our Maternity Home operation during nights and weekends.
- Each of our Homes can receive up to six Moms.
- The House Mom coordinates the regular activities at the House (meals, chores, classes, etc.)
- The Maternity Home Specialist should have a high sense of responsibility and a strong character as she coordinates the process when one of our moms needs to transition to a hospital to deliver her baby or in emergency situations.
- This position has an independent fully equipped room & bathroom and includes all the meals/living expenses provided at the House.
- During weekdays, the Maternity Home Specialist can have other activities like a job or attend school but must coordinate the opening of the House in the morning and must be back at the House before dinner.
- Nighttime moms arrive between 5-5:30 PM, depending on their work schedule, and stay until 8 AM. Must be present at the home from 5:00 PM/5:30 PM to 8:00 AM, Monday through Friday, and one weekend day all day or alternate weekends with the other night mom.
- Interact with and support the moms, helping to teach life skills and support the house supervisor.
- Assist with administrative projects as needed.
- Participate in mandatory training and other required activities.
Other Duties
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with and protection of clients.
- Complete required abuse prevention training (Safe Environment) and others, as required by program.
- Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
- Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
- Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
- Adhere to procedures related to managing high risk activities and supervising clients, as applicable.
- Supports the Mission, Values, and Vision of Catholic Charities.
- Drive residents as needed for appointments or emergencies. Must provide proof of auto liability insurance and clear driving record.
- Other duties assigned by supervisor.
Education & Training
- High school diploma or GED required
- Experience in residential, shelter, or caregiving environments preferred
- Training in life skills coaching or similar areas preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal.
- Basic computer or phone literacy for documentation and communication
- Efficient time management skills.
- Computer skills required.
- Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
Other Requirements
- Background Check: This position requires a criminal background
- Health: Initial TB test and drug screen required; annual TB screen and drug screening as required.
- Participation in mandatory training and activities is required.
- Must be able to go up and down the stairs.
- Reliable transportation and punctuality.
- Must be able to lift at least 10 pounds.
- Ability to respond quickly to emergencies.
- Must be able to perform basic household tasks such as sweeping, mopping, stocking supplies, etc.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $10.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10