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Posted 5/15/2026

St. Vincent de Paul - Louisville

Case Manager - Men's Shelter (Emergency Shelter)

Full-time, Non-Exempt

Reports to:  Sr. Program Manager

Overview

St Vincent de Paul, Louisville (SVDP) is one of the longest serving social charities in Louisville. Through our homeless shelters, supportive housing programs, professional case management, clinical services, Open Hand Kitchen, Food Pantry, and retail thrift stores, we house, feed, and support those in need with compassion and dignity

Position Summary

The Ozanam Inn Case Manager (Emergency Men’s Shelter) is responsible for supporting program components and facilitating services to best address the needs of homeless individuals in the Men’s Emergency Overnight Shelter. The position involves having knowledge of and experiences working with homeless individuals, chemical dependency, unemployment, mental illness, community resources, and delivery of direct services to individual clients. 

*This position requires some 2nd Shift (Noon-8:00) hours each week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide case management services to assigned clients, including the ability to make assessments, prepare individualized service plans, and provide appropriate treatment

  • Develop and execute client service plans for designated individuals

  • Facilitate communication between individuals and partner agencies, community service providers, healthcare providers, and government and other related entities to ensure service delivery

  • Assist in the management of daily operations of Ozanam Inn Men’s Shelter

  • Maintain and advance professional knowledge/skills with the guidance of the Program Manager in order to drive continuous improvement in program effectiveness as measured by client progress

  • Ensure each client is compliant with the case management service plan and program rules

  • Provides crisis intervention for clients 

  • Provide the Sr. Program Manager with assistance in the execution of programs, policies, reports and procedures related to the provision of services to the public

  • Assist the Sr. Program Manager in identifying and building community partnerships to optimize effective and efficient delivery of services for each household

  • Work with the Sr. Program Manager to identify opportunities for volunteer involvement

  • Collaborate with the Sr. Program Manager in coordinating educational and skill development opportunities/programs for each individual to maximize positive outcomes

  • Work cooperatively with all SVDP staff to improve the program and advise the Sr. Program Manager of issues related to and affecting the program

  • Responsible for monthly PQI reporting and review utilizing the Plan, Do, Study, Act method

  • Perform other appropriate duties as assigned

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of the principles, philosophies, procedures, techniques and standards to optimize individual management practice
  • Ability to maintain accurate, current records and prepare clear and concise reports from them
  • Ability to analyze complex social problems and develop effective solutions; problem solve
  • Ability to effectively organize complex tasks and execute a project management plan to completion
  • Interpret and apply a variety of legal requirements and policy standards
  • Demonstrated leadership qualities and project management skills
  • Maintain cooperative relations with community groups and other public and private agencies
  • Ability to interact effectively and professionally with participants, families and community referral sources
  • Excellent organizational, written, and oral skills
  • Self-motivated and detail-oriented

Commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Education, Qualifications, Certifications, Trainings, Licenses

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related Human Services field
  • Relevant work experience with individuals in a social work environment or related field including individual/family counseling, community organization, education or youth advocacy
  • Successfully pass required pre-employment background and drug screening
  • Valid Driver’s License

Reporting to this position: None

Physical Demands/Effort/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to operate a motor vehicle, talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to climb stairs. The employee occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The job may be performed in areas/neighborhoods that could be considered threatening. Work may occasionally be performed at night, on weekends, and in inclement weather.

The requirements listed are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. This position description is not meant to imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and duties requested by the supervisor. This job description is not a contract for employment. It does not alter or affect the “at-will” doctrine adhered to by SVDP. 

Why Work With Us?

At SVDP, we believe in more than just a job!  We offer our team a sense of purpose and pride in serving others. As part of our mission-driven team, eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and growth.

Benefits Include:

Available Immediately Upon Hire:Paid holidays

  • Free meals provided daily in our Open Hand Kitchen

  • Free on-site parking

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free counseling services

  • Thrift store employee discount

  • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

  • Mileage reimbursement (if applicable)

  • Phone reimbursement (if applicable)

Available After 30 Days of Employment (Following the First of the Month):

  • Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance

  • Employer-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance

  • Employer-paid Life Insurance

  • Health Insurance

  • Dental Insurance

  • Vision Insurance

  • Voluntary Accident

  • Critical  Illness & Cancer

  • Additional Voluntary Life

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) – SVDP matches $ for $ up to $500/single ($20.83 per pay) and $1000/Family ($41.66  per pay)

Available After 90 Days of Employment (Following the First of the Month):

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan 

    • SVDP matches up to 3% after one year of service (hours must be met)

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) 

    • Begins accruing on your first day and is available after 90 days

  • Opportunity to discuss flexible schedule

Available After 6 Months of Employment:

  • Access to Advanced Education and Training 

    • Clinical supervision support for employees in the Social Work/Human Services field pursuing higher credentialing

  • Eligibility to apply for internal job opportunities

St. Vincent de Paul is an Equal Opportunity Employer and absolutely committed to diversity - M/F/D/V            

Associate Director of Shelter Services, St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Direct: (502) 301-8689  Mobile: (502) 437-9673  Fax: (502)450-9165

Submit resume to:  Shana Burnley


Posted 4/27/2026

Website & Social Media Coordinator (Nonprofit – Part-Time or Contract)

New Life Directions Ministries (NLDM) – Louisville, KY

About Us:
New Life Directions Ministries supports single mothers and their children through housing, education, case management, and workforce development. We are a “hand up, not a handout,” helping families build stable, independent futures.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a creative and mission-driven individual to manage our website and social media presence. This role will help tell the story of our impact, engage the community, and support fundraising efforts.

Responsibilities:

  • Update and manage NLDM website (content, photos, events, donation pages)
  • Create and schedule social media posts (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
  • Capture or coordinate photos/videos of programs and events
  • Share success stories and program highlights
  • Assist with marketing campaigns, events, and donor engagement
  • Ensure branding consistency (colors, tone, messaging)

Qualifications:

  • Experience with website platforms (WordPress, Wix, or Squarespace)
  • Experience with social media content creation (Canva preferred)
  • Strong writing and storytelling skills
  • Organized, reliable, and able to meet deadlines
  • Passion for nonprofit work and community impact

Preferred:

  • Experience working with nonprofits
  • Basic photography or video editing skills

Compensation:

  • Contract or part-time (10–20 hours/week)
  • Pay based on experience 

To Apply: Please submit:

  • Resume
  • Portfolio or examples of work (websites or social media pages)
  • 2 sample social media posts for NLDM

Send to: Lisandra Sepulveda 


Posted 4/22/2026

St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities

Position Title:  Agency Director

Status: Full-time, exempt

Secretariat: Se Catholic Charities and Family Ministries

Reports to:  Secretary for Catholic Charities and Family Ministries

Supervises:  Leadership Team

Primary Function:  Oversees and administers all the functions of St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities New Albany

Position Content

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND REGULAR ACTIVITIES
  1. Work closely with the Agency Council to achieve the mission of Catholic Charities
  2. Provide leadership and oversight to existing programs, services and activities to ensure that program objectives are met in a fiscally responsible manner
  3. Serve as chief spokesperson for the agency, providing strong leadership and representation of the agency to constituencies including Advisory Council, staff, donors and prospects, government, funders and the community, so as to enhance the public profile of the agency
  4. Communicate with deanery parish pastoral leadership as needed
  5. Identify emerging areas of need in the service community. Envision and recommend new, fundable programs and services to the Agency Council and Secretary for Catholic Charities.
  6. Work with the Agency Council to prioritize needs and continue to develop a strategic plan.
  7. Provide motivation, leadership, direction, and oversight to agency staff in a manner that is collaborative and supportive
  8. Nurture positive relationships with state and local governments to effectively advocate for the needs of children and families, and successfully negotiate adequate funding of services
  9. Ensure fiscal accountability of programs and services; lead the agency in utilization of financial resources to strengthen its internal structure and service delivery
  10. Work in collaboration with the agency development director on the fundraising efforts of the agency. Develop relationships with donors, oversee grant proposals and applications. Work with the Advisory Council on the development and implementation of development / fund raising events
  11. Continue to develop quality improvement tracking measures that will support quality service delivery. Work with the Social Services Director to drive a continuous improvement cultural throughout the agency utilizing the PQI process.
  12. Oversee personnel and personnel issues, including salaries, benefits, and staff selection
  13. Provide staff forum for intra-agency communication, e.g., staff and departmental meeting
  14. Assists and approves the development of the annual agency budget.
  15. Other duties as assigned by the Secretary for Catholic Charities

Position Specifications/Requirements

Skills, Knowledge, and/or Abilities
  1. Agency Director shall be Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church with a deep appreciation for the Church’s social teaching and its relevance to agency mission
  2. Leadership experience in a direct-service organization
  3. Strong sense of vision. Demonstrated ability to communicate vision to inspire and motivate others
  4. Enthusiasm and skills necessary to actively participate in funding development activities
  5. Ability to think creatively and make strategic decisions
  6. Confident, open leadership and management style that promotes teamwork and accountability
  7. Strong verbal and written communication skills
  8. Strong presentation skills
  9. Inspirational leadership ability, sincerity and ability to build trust and consensus
Education, Training, and Experience
  1. Licensed MSW, or graduate degree in related field – or commensurate experience
  2. Understanding of budgets and fiscal management
  3. Minimum of five years’ management experience, including program management
  4. Community relations experience
  5. Development experience desired
  6. Experience with social services is a plus
  7. Assess for risk and risk prevention
Working Environment
  1. May need to work some evenings and weekends
  2. Need to work with a variety of organizations, including the media, community organizations, etc.
  3. Intra-state travel required
  4. There is access to confidential information that must be safeguarded

Please send resumes to:  M. Casper

 

 


Posted 4/20/2026

University of Louisville

Kent School of Social Work and Family Science

Research Grants Program Manager I  Secretary for Catholic Charities & Family Ministries

Supervises:  Leadership

The Kent School of Social Work and Family Science currently has an open position for a Research Grants Program Manager I.  This position will be posted for applications from 4/17/26 through 4/28/26.  Please view the link below for position requirements/information:

Job description and information for the Research Grants Program Manager I position


Posted 4/20/2026

Job Title: Magnolia Trails Director 

Company/Organization: The Ashton on Dorsey (Sonida Senior Living)

Job Description for Magnolia Trails Director

Director for 41-bed Assisted Living Dementia Care unit

"Find your joy here, at The Ashton on Dorsey, a Sonida Senior Living community! We offer a comprehensive benefit package to include competitive wage/salary, health and dental insurance, 401k with company match & much more!

The Ashton on Dorsey, a premier retirement community in Louisville, KY, provides quality care to residents in an Assisted Living and Memory Care community.

What We Offer You:

  • Flexible scheduling**
  • Cutting edge technology to enhance the lives of our residents and make your job easier and more effective.
  • SafelyYou - AI video technology that detects and prevent falls
  • Advanced EHR Technologies - automated care assessments eliminating busy work, helping you deliver better care
  • Sage - Improve call light response time and improvement to service and care
  • Microsoft Power BI - one stop for all data needs
  • Company support for educational and learning opportunities
  • Paid referral programs for Team Member and Resident referrals
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life/disability insurances*
  • 401k retirement savings offering a discretionary match determined each year based on company performance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Dependent Care and FSA saving accounts
  • PTO available day one
  • Paid Training
  • Benefit eligibility dependent on employment status
  • Eligibility based on location

Magnolia Trails Director (Memory Care Activities) Responsibilities Include:

  • Develop and implement a monthly programming calendar based on the resident preferences.
  • Train new staff on the Magnolia Trails Pillars and expectations.
  • Ensures a safe environment for the residents by following Prohibited Items and Safety Check policies.
  • Communicate with family members and provide ongoing support and education.
  • Conduct informative tours for prospective residents and their family members when necessary.

Qualifications

  • Maintain CPR/First Aid Certification.
  • College credits required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred."

Employment Type/Schedule: Full time, salaried

Hiring manager information:

Eric Bryant

1105 Dorsey Lane

Louisville, KY 40223

502-966-7077

Candidates can apply on Indeed link to apply, or LinkedIn. 

Applications will be accepted through May 30, 2026.

 


Posted 4/14/22026

University of Louisville

Kent School of Social Work and Family Science

Academic Support Specialist III

Job description and how to apply

 


Posted 3/23/2026

Social Worker  U.S. Army 3rd Medical Recruiting Battalion  Louisville, KY

Licensed Clinical Social Worker  Headway KY  KY

Licensed Clinical Social Worker  Headway - Design & Development Louisville, KY


Posted 3/23/2026

KIPDA (Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development Agency)

Job Openings:


Posted 3/23/2026

Trauma-Informed Therapist (CSW, LCSW, LPCA, LPCC, or LCADC)
Kentucky Trauma Therapists (KTT)

Job Description:
Kentucky Trauma Therapists (KTT), a growing trauma-focused therapy practice recently expanded to Louisville, Kentucky, is seeking compassionate and motivated clinicians to join our team. This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates and emerging professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care.

Clinicians will provide individual therapy services using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches to a diverse client population. Our practice is committed to providing inclusive, client-centered services that meet the needs of individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.

KTT is dedicated to supporting professional growth and offers additional training opportunities, including covering the cost of EMDR training for clinicians interested in certification.

Position Type:
Full-time (approximately 25 client sessions per week)
Part-time (approximately 12 client sessions per week)

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field
  • Currently holding Kentucky clinical licensure (CSW, LCSW, LPCA, LPCC, or LCADC)
  • Previous experience or training in trauma-informed care
  • Ability to maintain a consistent caseload
  • Maintain active state licensure and professional liability insurance
  • Ability to participate in supervision if required

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical and Administrative:

  • Provide trauma-informed therapy services
  • Maintain assigned caseload
  • Complete accurate and timely documentation

Communication and Scheduling:

  • Maintain a functioning device for telehealth services
  • Communicate cancellations to clients and management as early as possible

Professional Conduct and Compliance:

  • Maintain required licensure and liability insurance
  • Immediately notify management of any reports made to licensing boards

Supervision (if applicable):

  • Attend scheduled supervision sessions
  • KTT-paid supervision applies only to work conducted at KTT

Start Date:
Tentative start date is June 1, 2026. Earlier start dates may be available.

Contact Information:
Kentucky Trauma Therapists
Louisville, Kentucky
Email: KentuckyTraumaTherapists@gmail.com

Application Instructions:
Please submit a current resume or CV via email to KentuckyTraumaTherapists@gmail.com


Posted 3/20/2026

Social Worker  U.S. Army 3rd medical Recruiting Battalion  Louisville, KY