Join Our Team at Catholic Charities
A rewarding career helping others and making a difference in Herkimer County
Why Work With Us?
Benefits of Working with Us
Working with Catholic Charities of Herkimer County means having access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family’s well-being. We offer flexible and competitive options to meet diverse needs:
- Health and Dental Insurance: Comprehensive coverage plans to keep you and your family healthy.
- Free Life Insurance (with Optional Supplementary Life Insurance): Catholic Charities provides free life insurance for staff, with options to add more for you and your loved ones.
- Short and Long-Term Disability: Peace of mind for you and your family if you experience a qualifying disability.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Tax-advantaged accounts for medical and dependent care expenses, helping you stretch your budget.
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan and 403(b) Retirement Savings: Plan for your future with a secure pension and the opportunity to contribute to a 403(b) retirement plan.
- Direct Deposit: Convenient and secure access to your paycheck, with flexible options for bank account allocation.
Catholic Charities recognizes that a balanced life is essential for both personal and professional fulfillment. Our wellness-focused benefits support your physical, mental, and emotional health.
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays: Recharge and spend quality time with family with ample vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access therapeutic counseling, financial planning, and legal assistance through our EAP, which is available to all employees and their immediate families.
- Wellness Program: Participate in our employee-driven Wellness Program, promoting healthy lifestyles and preventive care through fitness activities, wellness challenges, and educational resources.
Catholic Charities values its employees’ hard work and strives to provide additional perks through partnerships that help employees save on everyday expenses:
- Insurance Discounts: Discounts with Liberty Mutual for auto and home insurance.
- Telecommunication Savings: Enjoy savings on personal plans with Verizon and Sprint.
- Travel Discounts: Access reduced rates with Wyndham Hotels, Enterprise Car Rentals, and The Great Escape theme park.
- Retail Savings: Discounts with partners like DiNapoli Opticians, Office Max, Key Bank, and SEFCU for everyday services and products.
Frequently Asked Questions About Employment
Do I have to be Catholic to work at Catholic Charities?
We welcome all to apply and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of religion, race, gender, or age.
How do I apply for a position?
Follow the instructions in each job posting on our Employment Portal. Each position may have specific application steps.
Will I be contacted after submitting my application?
Due to application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
What pre-employment screenings are required?
Conditional hires undergo background, national and state sex offender registry, and health screenings. Driving roles require motor vehicle record checks.
Application Retention:
If you’re not hired, your application will be kept on file for one year for future consideration.
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany is one of the largest, private, social service agencies in the region, helping more than 84,000 people each year in the fourteen counties of the Albany Diocese. Our motive is simple: to address basic human need at all stages of life regardless of race, religious belief, ethnicity, or lifestyle with special emphasis on the poor and vulnerable in our society.
61 West Street
Ilion, NY 13357-1723
501 (c) 3 non profit organization
Fax: 315-894-6313
mpetrie@ccherkimer.org
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