Employment

Open Positions

When positions are available we will post them here on our website as well as announcements on Facebook and Instagram.

To apply, candidates must:

Submit your resume and references to Meredith Thomas (humanresources@zelieshome.org).

  • Job Summary:

    Community Life Assistants work directly with pregnant and parenting women experiencing homelessness to support their journey toward self-sufficiency. In this hourly staff role, team members provide adult education, career and life skills training, and help cultivate a safe, loving, and supportive environment at Zelie’s Home. This position offers flexibility and opportunities for growth. Staff are encouraged to take initiative and apply their unique strengths to shape their experience and make a meaningful impact in the lives of the women and children we serve.
    Schedule:

    • Celine’s Nest - Lakewood

      • Full time: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday 7am-7pm 

      • Part time: Wednesday 6pm- Thursday 7am; Saturday 7a-7p

    • Therese’s Nest - Garfield Hts 

      • Part time: Saturday 7a-7pm; Sunday 7pm-Monday 7am

    Qualifications

    • High school degree

    • Excellence in organizational, supervisory and communications skills.

    • Experience working with people from diverse, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds

    • Willingness to learn and adapt to working environment

    • Alignment with Zelie’s Home core values and sanctity of human life.

    • Valid driver’s license with good driving record and proof of insurance.

  • Job Summary:

    Child care coordinator spends time providing loving and nurturing care for the children of women residing at Zelie’s Home. This allows mothers and staff to fully engage in program activities knowing that their children are being well cared for, contributing to the overall supportive learning environment that is essential to each individual’s successful building of the skills and capacities to develop growth and independence. 

    Responsibilities:

    • Supervise and ensure the safety of children at all times

    • Ensure safe sleep practices for infants and prevent injury risks for all children

    • Assist toddlers with toileting and hygiene as needed/indicated by mom

    • Prepare and provide meals, bottles, and/or snacks per mom instructions

    • Engage in developmentally appropriate and creative activities/games with children

    • Follow parents’ instructions and routines for sleep, feeding, diaper changes, etc.

    • Initiate and maintain rapport with the parents’

    • Effectively communicate with mom about the daily activities, developmental observations, and any concerns at the end of the shift

    • Report concerns about behavior, health, and safety immediately

    • Administer basic first aid and medication if necessary (per parent instruction).

    • Create and maintain a safe, warm, and developmentally supportive environment for the children 

    • Take initiative to support the household and children by completing any additional tasks or responsibilities that arise at the direction of your supervisor

      Benefits:

    • Consistent scheduling

    • Counseling and wellness reimbursement

    • Access to basic necessities (including food and hygiene products)

    • Personal Retreat Stipend and Annual Community Retreat

    • Supplemental insurances 

    • Hourly Wage

    • PTO

    Qualifications:

    • High school diploma or GED 

    • Experience as a babysitter, nanny, or child care provider

    • Experience working with people from diverse, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds

    • Knowledge of trauma informed care

    • Willingness to learn and adapt to working environment

    • Alignment with Zelie’s Home core values and sanctity of human life.

    • Adult and Infant CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)

    • Ability to lift 30+ lbs and perform physically active caregiving

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Understanding of community living, cultural competencies, and the intersectional nature of homelessness, poverty, ACEs, and trauma informed care.

    • Experience with and or exposure to infants and toddlers

    • At least 1 year of experience as a babysitter, nanny, or child care provider

    Skills Required:

    • Patience and energetic demeanor

    • Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure

    • Communication skills written

    • Punctual and dependable

    • Familiarity with child development stages

    • Adaptability and resilience

    • Ability to work independently