Employment Opportunities

Catholic Charities North Dakota, an accredited social service and licensed child welfare agency, is seeking full-time and part time Clinical Therapists. The selected individuals will provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families. Position requires two years of clinical experience, a master’s degree in social work with LICSW licensure in ND, or master’s degree in counseling with LPC, LPCC or LMFT licensure in ND. Must be eligible for insurance reimbursement. Please submit cover letter and resume.

Catholic Charities North Dakota is an EEOC employer. 

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Counseling: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LICSW, LPCC, LPC, LMFT to practice in ND (Required)

Some Travel Required/Visits outside of typical business hours

Must reside in the Bismarck region

Join our amazing team! Catholic Charities North Dakota is seeking a full time Adoption Worker in the AASK (Adults Adopting Special Kids) program. This a remote position in the Dickinson area. Responsibilities of the AASK Adoption Specialist include:

• Working with several child welfare entities (Human Service Zones, Tribes, Children and Family Services, Other States, etc.) to collaborate and facilitate adoptions for children in foster care
• Completing child assessments and engaging children in adoption preparation activities
• Conducting thorough home assessments on families adopting from foster care
• Completing necessary paperwork processes in a timely and efficient manner
• Must have strong communication, engagement, and organizational skills

Licensure/Education: Must have four-year degree with a ND Social Work License (LBSW) and experience working with children and families

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Job Type: Full-time

Catholic Charities North Dakota, an accredited social service and licensed child welfare agency, is seeking a full time, Adults Adopting Special Kids (AASK) Recruiter to join our amazing team in the Fargo, ND office! We are open to a hybrid schedule as well to suite the needs of our candidates.

The AASK Recruiter represents Catholic Charities North Dakota (CCND) and the AASK program while upholding CCND goals and mission statement. The AASK Recruiter’s primary function is to find an appropriate, permanent, and loving adoptive families for children waiting in the foster care system. The AASK Recruiter provides recruitment for special needs children in the foster care system while in adherence with AASK policies, in a professional and ethical manner.

Position requires a ND Social Work License and experience working with children and families. Some travel required. Criminal background, abuse/neglect, and driver’s record checks conducted on all new hires. This ad via Indeed, EEOC.

Catholic Charities North Dakota, a nonprofit organization serving the entire state of North Dakota, is seeking applicants for a full-time position as a GDID Worker for people with intellectual disabilities out of our Bismarck, ND location. Will require travel in a 150 mile radius of Bismarck.

Individuals applying should possess the following qualifications: Excellent oral/written communications skills and especially articulate on issues related to intellectual disabilities, advocacy and guardianship. LBSW or QDDP required with minimum of 2 years experience as an interdisciplinary team member. 

Catholic Charities North Dakota, a nonprofit organization serving the entire state of North Dakota, is seeking applicants for a full-time position as a GDID Worker for people with intellectual disabilities out of our Minot, ND location. Will require travel in a 150 mile radius of Minot.

Individuals applying should possess the following qualifications: Excellent oral/written communications skills and especially articulate on issues related to intellectual disabilities, advocacy and guardianship. LBSW or QDDP required with minimum of 2 years experience as an interdisciplinary team member.

Are you a Social Worker? Catholic Charities North Dakota is seeking a full-time Post Adopt Coordinator in the Fargo office as a part of the North Dakota Post Adopt Network/Adults Adopting Special Kids (AASK) program. Responsibilities include providing post adoption and guardianship services and supports to adoptive and guardianship families pre and post finalization. Job responsibilities will include engaging in parent education, providing case management activities to children and families, making recommendations and referrals, networking with collaborative agencies within the assigned region, facilitating support groups, planning monthly activities and events, assisting in ongoing training and development of support services for adoptive families, guardianship families, birth families, and adoptees, and maintaining a high level of cultural competence within the role.

The position requires a ND Social Work License and experience working with adoptive and/or guardianship families. Knowledge and experience of the child welfare system is preferred. Travel and evening/weekend work is required. Criminal background, abuse/neglect, and driver’s record checks conducted on all new hires. Apply here with an updated resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Minot, ND area

Catholic Charities North Dakota, a nonprofit organization serving the entire state of North Dakota, is seeking applicants for a full-time position as a Guardianship Worker for vulnerable elderly persons, people who struggle with mental health issues and others in Southwest Region of ND. This is a work from home position. Travel required within a 150 mile radius of Bismarck, ND, visiting assigned caseload one time each month. Individuals applying should possess the following qualifications: Excellent oral/written communications skills and especially articulate on issues related to the needs of the elderly, mental health issues, advocacy and guardianship.

LBSW or a 4 year degree related to human services preferred with a minimum of 2 years’ experience as an interdisciplinary team member or case manager. Applicants must be able to pass a background check and possess a valid drivers license.

Job Function:

Provide counseling to individuals, couples, families and groups representing Catholic Charities North Dakota upholding Catholic Charities ND mission and values.

Job Responsibility:

1. Provide direct therapy services to individuals, couples, families, and groups of all ages. Occasional evening work may be required.
2. Maintain accurate and complete case records as required by agency policy. Protect client confidentiality following HIPPA guidelines, following protocols to obtain signed releases of information, obtain information and collaborate with other providers and treatment team.
3. Promote counseling program to outside agencies and professionals, priests and the general public.
4. Participate in the peer review process for other therapists on the team.
5. Respond appropriately to the cultural differences present within the Agency's service population and staff.
6. Relate well and partner with clients and families, community agencies, organizations, associations and other dioceses.
7. Demonstrate values compatible with those of the Agency.
8. Demonstrate knowledge of the needs of abused and neglected children and adults and skill in meeting their needs.
9. Demonstrate knowledge and skill in child development, individual and family functioning.
10. Able to work with and engage individuals and families seeking clients’ motivation to change..
11. Maintain professional licensure by following requirements needed by the professional licensure board of specialty and complying with COA standards as as accepted by Catholic Charities North Dakota.
12. Participate in team meetings and supervisory case consultations as requested.
13. Submit weekly billing summaries, time sheets, and expense reports to supervisor in a timely manner.
14. Perform other tasks as designated by the Counseling Director.
15. Provide psycho- educational information for pre-marriage seminars for Catholic Diocese if requested.
16. Provide presentations on a variety of topics (by request).

Mandatory Qualifications/Certification:

• Master's Degree in Social Work or Counseling
• Licensed by State of North Dakota
• Must be licensed to practice under supervision and be third party reimbursable (current staff grandfathered to this requirement).
• Strong written and oral communication skills, listening skills, and a demonstrated ability to foster supportive environment for clients.
• Strong interpersonal skills and clear professional boundaries.
• Ability to work as a part of a team
• 1-2 years counseling experience is preferred
• Position requires some evening and weekend work as well as occasional travel and overnight stays.