We employ approximately 70 full-time, part-time, and per diem employees in various positions including business and administration, registered nurse and licensed practical nurse, certified nursing assistant, food service, environmental service, and maintenance.

Inspired by the charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph,
the employees of the SSJ Community at the Living Center
establish an environment of unity and mutual respect
that characterizes our daily interactions
with each other, the Sisters, neighbors, and all who visit here,
thus reflecting the unifying love of God and neighbor.

Available Positions:

St. James Haven Manager
Meadville, PA
Status: Exempt

St. James Haven in Meadville is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Northwestern Pennsylvania and provides a temporary overnight shelter to homeless men.   Saint James Haven provides a ministry of presence to men who choose a place of safety, a warm bed, some food, and friendship nightly. The Manager of St. James Haven ensures the SSJ and the Haven’s mission permeates all aspects of its operations.   The manager through a ministry of presence is responsible for the daily operations of St. James Haven.  Read job description. 

Director St. Patrick’s Haven
Erie, PA
Status:  Exempt 

St. Patrick Haven in Erie is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Northwestern Pennsylvania and provides temporary overnight shelter to homeless men.   The homeless shelter provides a ministry of presence to men who choose a place of safety, a warm bed, some food, and friendship nightly.   The Director through a ministry of presence oversees the managers and day-to-day operations of St. Patrick’s Haven. The Director is responsible for planning, organizing, managing and supervising operations of St. Patrick’s Haven in a manner that supports the mission of the Sisters of St. Joseph. Read job description.

RNs and LPNs
Erie, PA

The Sisters of St. Joseph are seeking applicants for the position of Per Diem RNs and LPNs for 2nd and 3rd shifts. RNs and LPNs are responsible for the administration of medications, treatments, charting, and contributing to the delivery of patient-centered care for all our residents.  Nurses strive to take care of the Sisters in all aspects of their daily lives and offer the opportunity to develop caring relationships with the Sisters. 

Nurse Aides
Erie, PA

Nurse Aides assist the professional nurse in providing nursing care, comfort, and assistance to the sisters, including assistance with personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs). Certification preferred, but not required. Second shift, 2:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays. EOE

How to Apply

Download and fill out our job application: job app (you can directly edit this pdf) and send it to HR@ssjerie.org

Great Benefits!

We offer generous benefit packages that may include*health, vision, and dental insurance; short and long-term disability insurance; term life insurance; Paid Time Off (PTO); and Extended Sick Bank (ESB).  All employees are eligible to participate in Direct Deposit, Flex Spending Account, and our 401K retirement plan.  Full benefits package at the conclusion of probation period.

* Benefits packages are subject to eligibility requirements.