case manager

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philanthropy manager

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preschool teacher

Orange County Rescue Mission

I worked at Orange County Rescue Mission for three years, and each day was both rewarding and challenging. A typical day started with team meetings where we discussed outreach plans, support services, and client needs. The workplace culture was truly centered on compassion and teamwork—everyone was committed to making a difference in the lives of people experiencing homelessness.how crucial empathy is, how important clear communication is, and how a strong mission can truly unite a team. I’m grateful for the time I spent there and the lessons I carry with me.
One of the hardest parts of the job was balancing the emotional toll—you witness a lot of difficult situations and sometimes limited resources. However, the most enjoyable part was seeing people progress—whether it was completing a program, securing a job, or reconnecting with family. I worked at Orange County Rescue Mission for three years, and a big part of my role was doing street outreach. Every day, we’d head out into the community, connecting with individuals experiencing homelessness—offering support, resources, and sometimes just a listening ear. The culture at the mission was incredibly compassionate—management emphasized empowerment and teamwork, which made the outreach efforts truly collaborative.

During my brief time at the Mission, I was upset to see how poorly the Executive leadership treated the staff, versus how well they treated the homeless clients. If the Mission treated the staff as well as they treated the clients, it would be a radical place, and do amazing work.
The homeless are treated with kindness, compassion, second chances, wrap-around care, one-on-one counseling, supportive care after graduation, and the love of Christ.
The staff are treated like second class citizens, almost expendable. Knowing the clients like I did, I felt great sympathy from them, as they knew what the staff had to endure on a daily basis.
The Mission leadership was controlling, dismissive, punitive and showed little care about the daily job satisfaction of the staff.
It is a sad place....and a poor tribute to Jesus Christ, whom the organization claims to serve.

Typical work day would start off by taking down all messages from the phone. then start calling back all the messsage and see how we can assistant them. Asking series off question to see if they quilify for this program, giving them information about the mission. and to see if it a good fit. making sure that all call are answered in a timerly manner also making sure the schudule if full of good fit student. If we already have move in that day , making sure the room are ready for move in , laundry is done also mentoring the students. The hardest part of my day would be telling someone that they are not a good fit for the programs due to there kids being to old or to many kids. and mind you that people calling are on the streets. enjoable part of the day would be me moving in a family that is on the streets into the orange county rescue mission

The organization as a whole is efficient and well-organized, and I was able to do a variety of tasks under the supervision of my case manager. I often completed clerical tasks—organizing schedules, documenting records of residents, etc.—to directly assist the case managers. I also had the opportunity to interact with the residents on several occasions, and was provided valuable feedback on how to improve my communication abilities. The most important skill I gained from this internship was how to maintain confidentiality. The most important challenge I faced was learning to ask for help when I was unsure about the expectations for a task. Overall, I enjoyed being able to serve this organization in a variety of ways, and help ease the paperwork demands for the case management team.

A place where the resident staff inspire hope into those they serve. The aim is to lead with Integrity and accountability, centering on servant-hood, with respect for each  individual. I've learnt to become more patient with the overall management and self-reflect on what really counts in our Worldly endeavor. The level of the human condition can be questionable. However, It certainly helps one commit to spiritual, emotional, social and vocational growth through one common thread - Jesus Christ..

•	Tutored and assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
•	Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips
•	Enforced administration policies and rules governing students
•	Observed students' performance, and recorded relevant data to assess progress
•	Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts

The Executive team is oppressive and disconnected from the residents in the program, as well as staff. They treat staff well as long as they jump through their hoops. If you disagree with any of their procedures, they will make your job very difficult and you will soon find yourself unemployed. The opinions and input of staff does not matter. I was very unhappy working there.

What I learned at the OCRM was different interview techniques and resume writing. My manager was awesome. My Co workers were helpful. The hardest part of my job was not getting paid, since I worked on a volunteer basis. The most enjoyable part of my job was learning new things and helping clients.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Everybody works as a team  very spiritual environment which makes the work flow and days  of work  awsome

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
No stress  when it comes to team work

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Awsome everyone in one harmony

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Typical would be planned special projects

This place helps me in many ways specially in my life restoration. One thing happens here that i never expected is, It saves my life, give me peace, i learned to forgive and most of all it draws me closer to my Creator. For once I thought it was only a rehabilitation. a place to live but there's way more than that.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Case manager 19 salaries reported	$24.26 per hour
Safety specialist 5 salaries reported	$22.50 per hour
Philanthropy manager 3 salaries reported	$26.00 per hour
Program coordinator 10 salaries reported	$24.90 per hour
Preschool teacher 5 salaries reported	$22.40 per hour

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