Our mission is to assist homeless, low-income and other disadvantaged individuals in their efforts to become self-sufficient through permanent, full-time employment.

St. Joseph the Worker's primary focus is helping people to help themselves. We provide people with the tools necessary to conduct successful job searches and support them in their efforts to better their lives.

St. Joseph the Worker is a small, privately funded 501(c)(3), non-profit organization located in the heart of downtown Phoenix, Arizona that has been operating since 1988.

Sundt Foundation
Thank you, Sundt Foundation, for choosing to feature St. Joseph the Worker in the Business Journal's 2009 Guide to Giving. Find us on page 84 of the Guide. Click here to read our story.

St. Joseph the Worker was featured in a front page article in the March 19, 2009 issue of The Catholic Sun. To read the article, click here.

Thirst-Aid
The Notre Dame Club of Phoenix hosted their annual Thirst-Aid drive for St. Joseph the Worker on May 2 at St. Theresa School, Phoenix. Click here to download the press release.

We held an Open House on Friday, May 1. If you were unable to attend, contact us at info@sjwjobs.org for more information about St. Joseph the Worker.

Hike for the Homeless

Thanks to generous sponsors and more than 1,200 participants, over $52,000 was netted! All of the funds will directly assist homeless and underserved individuals gain employment.

For details, results and photos, click here.

We are currently accepting resumes for the position of Job Developer. Job Developers work one on one with clients every day, writing resumes, finding resources for clients such as interview clothing and bus tickets and establish professional relationships with potential employers. Excellent communication skills, team work, compassionate and critical thinking skills are a must. Ability to maintain professionalism while working in a fast-paced environment and serving diverse populations is a must.

We are looking for someone who is interested in working in the Human Services or Social Work field. Human Services or Social Work education or experience preferred but not required. 		This is a full-time, exempt position with great benefits including employer paid health insurance, paid holidays and paid vacation time. Applicants should send a resume and cover letter to nlindsey@sjwjobs.org or fax to Nina Lindsey at 602-258-4940. Click here to download the job description.

Please address the following in your cover letter:

  • Why you are interested in working in this field, specifically with homeless and/or incarcerated individuals
  • Please address your ability to work in a fast paced and stressful environment
  • Salary requirements
St. Joseph the Worker's office - homeless clients can access resources needed to conduct a job search
St. Joseph the Worker is proud to announce success in the 2007/2008 fiscal year.