Careers

The Thomas Merton Family Center, a program of Catholic Charities of Fairfield County is seeking a Development Officer. Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy and working daily with the Director of the Thomas Merton Family Center, this full-time, benefits-eligible position is responsible for promoting the Thomas Merton Family Center and Catholic Charities of Fairfield County among community partners, civic organizations, corporations, private foundations, religious organizations, and families/individuals. The candidate will be a self-starting, highly motivated individual responsible for maintaining and implementing strategies that ensure sustainability and organizational growth as they relate to The Thomas Merton Family Center’s fundraising operations. This individual will work closely with the Director of the Thomas Merton Family Center, its Advisory Council, and Catholic Charities’ Philanthropy Team in seeking new opportunities to cultivate a larger donor base to sustain and expand Thomas Merton Family Center programming. This position will require occasional evening and weekend work.

Catholic Charities of Fairfield County is seeking a compassionate and motivated part-time (21 hours/week) Community Support Specialist to join our Community Support Program (CSP) in Bethel, CT. CSP provides community-based support services to adults living with severe mental illness, helping them build the skills needed to live independently and thrive in their communities.

Catholic Charities of Fairfield County, located in Danbury, CT, is seeking a compassionate
and dependable Program Aide to support our Morning Glory Breakfast Program and Home
Essentials Pantry. This hands-on role assists with meal service, pantry operations,
volunteer support, inventory management, and client interaction.

Provide compassionate case management for individuals and families in crisis, focusing on crisis intervention, advocacy, and connecting clients to internal and external resources.

Assist in providing high-quality care and education for children aged three-to-five, supporting classroom activities, development, and family advocacy at Room to Grow Preschool.