EMPLOYMENT FAQS (Frequently Asked Questions)

What is the process to apply for a job with Catholic Charities AIDS Services?

Catholic Charities AIDS Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and accepts resumes year round. Resumes are kept on file for one year and will be reviewed in the event of a vacancy in a position. When a position is advertised potential candidates may send a cover letter and resume for consideration.

How do I know if I've been selected for an interview?

Once your cover letter and resume have been received, you will receive an acknowledgment letter. Your resume will be screened by the hiring supervisor. If you meet the qualifications of the position that is open you may be contacted for an interview.

What do I need to bring to my first interview?

You will be told by the interviewer or our receptionist if you need to bring anything to the first interview. It is a good idea to bring a list of references and their contact numbers as you will need to fill out a job application. The job application will need to list your current and previous employers and some people find it easier to remember that if they have a copy of their resume in front of them.

What do you offer for benefits?

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany offers a very competitive benefit package. In our agency, 90% of individual health insurance is covered by the agency or 80% of family coverage costs. Dental is covered at no cost to the individual and a fee is charged for family coverage. The agency allows for 13-16 holidays a year depending on the holiday calendar. New employees may accrue up to 4 weeks of combined sick, personal and vacation time; accruals are increased at anniversary dates. The agency offers a generous retirement benefit and has many voluntary benefits from retirement annuities, short term disability coverage, supplemental life insurance to accident and cancer coverage.

Do you offer the opportunity to support additional education of your staff?

The agency does not offer reimbursement or support for formal education (i.e., earning of a professional degree). However, the agency places great value on the development of its employees professional skills and may from time to time support attendance at a conference or training workshop. For some program staff, yearly training hour minimums are required. 

After I interview, how quickly would I hear about the results?

We attempt to move our interview and recruitment process as quick as possible, so that we can fill positions. If you do not hear from us regarding the scheduling of a second interview or to let you know that we will be contacting your references, it is likely that you were not selected to continue in the interview process. You will receive a letter from us to that effect when the hiring process is complete. If you are selected to continue the process, you will updated by the hiring supervisor as the process progresses.

If I'm hired do I have to undergo any special screening or background checks?

All employees' driving records will be screened to verify for a clean, valid drivers license at hire and annually thereafter. Each employee will undergo a background check required by the Diocese. If you are aware of any charges about which we may become aware through this screening process, you are advised to inform us in advance. In many cases, the results may not affect your employability with our agency.

If I'm hired, what kind of training will I receive?

Every new staff person has a six month introductory period where the agency and the staff person determines if the position is a good fit. Each new employee will receive an orientation checklist which will be reviewed by their supervisor to train him/her on the specifics of his/her job.

How do employees feel about working at Catholic Charities AIDS Services?

Below are a few staff testimonials to let you know.

Staff Testimonials

I value helping others see that the smallest changes they make in their lives are important and that each of those small changes adds up to a significant impact on their health and well-being.

Martha Beauchamp, Program Supervisor

While working for AIDS Services I have received numerous calls from people in serious crisis situations. They are people just like you and me who have nowhere to turn to. These calls have come from people who have just been diagnosed with HIV, some are looking to escape domestic violence situations while others are looking for assistance with their utility bill. I am proud to say that I work for an agency that never says "We can't help you. Goodbye." We really try to do everything we can to get people the help they need without hesitation.

Dan Hill, Administrative Assistant