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Employment
Workforce training and development specialist – Are you seeking an opportunity to advance your career while assisting others to advance theirs? Want to surround yourself with others with a high level of conviction and passion for serving others? Then consider your next career move with our great team as a Workforce training and development specialist. For more information and to apply, go online to: https://catholiccharitiesks.org/careers.
Part-time facilities maintenance – Church of the Ascension in Overland Park is seeking applicants for a part-time (25 hours per week) facilities maintenance position. Applicants should possess basic mechanical skills: carpentry, painting, plumbing repair, etc. The role assists the facilities director in addressing daily facility needs, repairs and upgrades. Applicants are required to pass a background check, complete safe environment training and be able to do heavy lifting. Ideal opportunity for a craftsman who is looking to work 4 – 5 hours per day, M – F. Interested individuals should send contact information along with a list of past work experience to Lisa Donart at the parish office at: Idonart@kcascension.org.
Medical staff – Wyandotte Pregnancy Clinic is in need of medical staff (RN or RDMS) or a PRN sonographer, part time (1 – 3 days per week) during the hours of 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Job duties include limited obstetrical sonograms, collection and processing of specimens, documentation of findings, communicating with physicians and collaborating with client advocates to provide care to patients/clients.
Victim care advocate – The Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas is seeking to hire a full-time victim care advocate who would be responsible for providing outreach and trauma-informed care to known survivors and their families. Please visit “Employment Opportunities” on the archdiocesan website at: archkck.org for more information.
President, St. James Catholic School – St. James Catholic School in St. Joseph, Missouri, is searching for a principal to administer the program in a preschool through 8th grade school with 100 students. Supervises teaching, administrative and support staff, and oversees a range of programs and services. Requires a master’s degree, experience and understanding of a classical/liberal arts curriculum, state certification, previous experience and pastor’s letter of reference. For more information and to apply, go online to: https://kcsjcatholic.org/start/job-openings.
Staff job openings – Donnelly College in Kansas City, Kansas, a Catholic college offering higher education for those who may not otherwise be served, has the following staff job openings available — Financial aid director, Director of nursing, human resources generalist, and director of development. Find job descriptions and details at: www.donnelly.edu/careers.
Technician Needed ASAP – Do you like to tinker? Are you detail-oriented? Then this is the job for you! A locally owned family business is currently seeking candidates to provide preventive maintenance (cleaning) and repair service on microscopes. No previous experience necessary, on-the-job training provided. Good communication, time management and customer service skills necessary. Expenses paid, out in the field majority of time and each day is different! Some travel is required. Please contact us at: techneeded23@gmail.com.
Van drivers and aides needed – Assisted Transportation is hiring safe drivers and aides to transport general education and students with special needs to and from school and other activities in Johnson County in passenger vans. Drivers earn $16 – $20 per hour. Aides earn $15.50 per hour. Part-time and full-time schedules are available. Make a difference in your community by helping those in need! Call (913) 521-4955 or visit: assistedtransportation.com for more information. EEO.
Administrative assistant – Come join our team! A small family-owned company located in Lenexa is looking for an assistant to answer phones; invoicing; product ordering; some shipping/receiving and to assist the owner. We need a team member who is organized; detail oriented; self-motivated; trustworthy; has a positive attitude and above all else, gives excellent customer service. Schedule flexibility. Send your resume to: YourCareer101@gmail.com.
Faculty and adjunct faculty job openings – Donnelly College, Kansas City, Kansas, is a Catholic college offering higher education for those who may not other wise be served. Faculty job openings – Nursing faculty. Adjunct faculty job openings – psychology adjunct instructor for nursing and clinical nursing adjunct. Adjunct faculty Lansing Correctional Campus – Psychology adjunct. Find job descriptions and details at: www.donnelly.edu/careers.
Caregivers needed – Daughter & Company is looking for compassionate caregivers to provide assistance to seniors in their home, assisted living or in a skilled nursing facility. We provide sitter services, light housekeeping and light meal preparation, organizational assistance, care management and occasional transportation for our clients. We need caregivers with reliable transportation and a cellphone for communication. We typically employ on a part-time basis, but will strive to match hours desired. Contact Gary or Laurie at (913) 341-2500 if you want to become part of an excellent caregiving team.
Funeral sales – America’s largest and most well-respected funeral home company, Dignity Memorial, locally represented by McGilley Funeral Homes, is looking for a salesperson for the Johnson County and south Kansas City area. High earnings-potential candidates desired. Please forward resume to: bill.mcmahon@dignitymemorial.com.
Administrative assistant – Holy Trinity Parish, Lenexa. The administrative assistant serves as the face of Holy Trinity Parish for those contacting the parish office. Key responsibilities include managing the front desk of the office, maintaining the parishioner database, scheduling facility usage and recording parish sacraments. The administrative assistant provides primary administrative support for the pastor and director of administrative services and supports other parish staff for the success of the parish. Must be a team player with strong organizational, administrative and communications skills. Applicant must have a working knowledge of the Catholic Church’s teachings and practices and understand the importance of being a welcoming face for the Catholic Church. Experience required with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Mail, Google Calendar, database systems, general office equipment and managing multiple tasks. Position is full time and qualifies for archdiocesan benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance and 401(k) match. A full position description can be found at: htlenexa.org/job-openings. Interested applicants should submit cover letter and resume to: lweber@htlenexa.org.
Services
!!Early 2025 painting discount!! – At Stone Painting, we offer interior and exterior house painting services. Book with us before March 1 for a 10% discount on your painting project! Check out our work at: www.stonepaintingkc.com.
Organization – “A Helping Hand.” Need to deplete, organize, re-center, simplify your life, your possessions? Let us help. Call Maggie at (913) 909-5235.
Personal assistant/house manager – Experienced professional with a business background available to help organize and manage the details of busy lives. References available. Please call Diane at (913) 568-4607.
Custom countertops – Laminates installed within 5 days. Cambria, granite and solid surface. Competitive prices, dependable work. Call the Top Shop, Inc., at (913) 962-5058. Members of St. Joseph, Shawnee.
Cleaning service – We are a mother/daughter team with 20-plus years of experience. We do cleaning, organization, declutter, etc. Call Joan at (913) 206-4403.
Memory quilts – Preserve your memories in a keepsake quality quilt, pillows, etc. Custom designed from your T-shirt collection, baby clothes, sports memorabilia, neckties . . . Quilted Memories. (913) 649-2704.
MIKE HAMMER MOVING – A full-service mover. Local and long-distance moving. Packing, pianos, rental truck load/unload, storage container load/unload. In-home moving and office moves. No job too small. Serving the KC metro since 1987. St. Joseph Parish, Shawnee, parishioner. Call the office at (913) 927-4347 or email: mike@mikehammermoving.com.
Tree trimming and landscaping – We provide free estimates and recent references. Five years of experience and fully insured. Call Charly at (913) 405-8123.
Double A’s Lawn Service
Lawn mowing, mulching, gutters, leaf removal
Brush removal & hedge trimming
Free estimates & insured
Alex Spoerre (913) 488-5195
Concrete construction – Tear out and replace stamped, stained or colored patios and drives. Retaining walls, footing, poured-in-place safe rooms, excavation and hauling. Asphalt drives and lots. Fully insured, references. Call Dan at (913) 207-4371 or send an email to: dandeeconst@aol.com.
Free estimates – We do all things home improvement! Services include: interior/exterior painting, flooring, drywall, windows, kitchen/bathroom remodel, decks, etc. You name it, we can help. At Stone Painting, we put the customer first. We ensure a professional quality job at a competitive price. Call today for a free estimate. (913) 963-6465.
AKC Pros roofing, siding, gutters, insulation – Did you get tired of the door-knocking and constant calls from different roofing companies after the storms this year? Now that the dust has settled, let’s talk. If it’s new damage or old damage, just give me a call. I’ll walk your roof and we will decide together whether to file a claim. Locally owned and operated, licensed and insured. Call Josh at (913) 709-7230.
Home Improvement
Local handyman – Painting, int. and ext., wood rot, mason repair, gutter cleaning (gutter covers), dryer vent cleaning, sump pump (replace, add new), windows, doors (interior and exterior), honey-do list, window cleaning and more! Member of Holy Angels Parish, Basehor. Call Billy at (913) 927-4118.
Garage renovations – Married couple from St. Paul Parish in Olathe. Haul off, clean-out, floor coatings, shelving/painting. Experienced, references available, insured. Call (913) 405-8123.
Haus To Home Remodeling – Let’s give that room a nice face-lift! Specializing in affordable room remodeling. From small projects to bathrooms and basements. Tile, paint, carpentry, wood rot, decks, drywall, etc. Free estimates. Call Cole at (913) 544-7352.
Popcorn ceiling texture removal
Call Jerry at (913) 206-1144. 30 years’ experience.
Interior painting specialist.
Member St. Joseph Parish, Shawnee.
STA (Sure Thing Always) Home Repair – Basement finish, bathrooms and kitchens; interior & exterior repairs: painting, roofing, siding, wood replacement and window glazing. Free estimates. Call (913) 579-1835. Email: smokeycabin@hotmail.com. Member of Holy Trinity, Lenexa.
Father and Son Home Remodeling – We specialize in kitchen/bathroom and basement remodeling, from start to finish. We also do decks, covered decks, porches, sun-rooms and room additions! If you’re not sure we do it, just call. From my family to yours, thank you for supporting my small business. To contact me, call (913) 709-7230 and ask for Josh.
Caregiving
Need caregiving at home? Don’t want to move? – For nearly 20 years, we have helped seniors stay in their home with personal care, med management and household assistance. We also specialize in dementia care with free dementia training for families, all at reasonable rates and terms. Call Benefits of Home Senior Care at (913) 422-1591.
Caregiving – We provide personal assistance, companionship, care management and transportation for seniors in their home, assisted living or nursing facilities. We also provide respite care for main caregivers needing some personal time. Call Daughters & Company at (913) 341-2500 and speak with Laurie, Pat or Gary.
Home care – Can provide home care for those needing assistance. CNA, 15 years’ experience, background check available from past employers. Call (913) 526-0797.
Health caregiver – 20 years’ experience with specialist in dementia care, ostomy care, feeding tubes, catheter care, personal hygiene, activities of daily living (ADLs), medication setup and reminders, personal assistant, hospice care and everything in between. Extremely patient, knowledgeable, proactive, dependable and reliable. Please contact Andrea at (913) 548-1930.
Real Estate
We are local people who can buy your house – Big companies from all over the nation come here buying houses, but that’s not us. We are parishioners of Holy Trinity Parish and we enjoy giving you personalized service. We can offer you a fair price and are flexible to your needs. If I can help, call me, Mark Edmondson, at (913) 980-4905.
Looking to buy or sell a home? – Buy or sell a home with someone who understands your values. We are a Catholic-owned, faith-driven team of Realtors, dedicated to helping fellow Catholics buy or sell homes in our community. We bring integrity, compassion and a commitment to your needs. Let us be part of your journey. Call Kevin Holmes (owner) at (913) 553-0539.
We buy houses and whole estates – We are local and family-owned, and will make you a fair cash offer. We buy houses in any condition. No fees or commissions and can close on the date of your choice. Selling your house has never felt so good. Jon & Stacy Bichelmeyer, (913) 599-5000.
Wanted to buy
Will buy firearms and related accessories – One or a whole collection. Honest evaluation and top prices paid. Contact Tom at (913) 238-2473. Member of Sacred Heart Parish, Shawnee.
Wanted to buy
Do you have a car or truck that you need to get rid of? If you do, CALL ME!
I’m a cash buyer. We’re Holy Trinity parishioners.
My name is Mark. (913) 980-4905.
Wanted to buy – Antiques & Collectibles: jewelry, military items, railroad, sterling, OLD holiday/toys and more. Renee Maderak (913) 475-7393. St. Joseph Parish, Shawnee.
Wanted to buy
Vintage baseball & sport cards
Cash for cards
Holy Trinity parishioner
Call Matt at (913) 522-4938
Pilgrimages
Pilgrimages – Medjugorje is approved by the Vatican, receiving “nihil obstat” and encouraging people to go. The next pilgrimage date with visionary Mirjana Soldo as our hostess is March 12-20 and April 16-23, 2025. I am also available to speak to groups about Medjugorje. Call Grace at (913) 449-1806.
For Sale
Residential lifts – New and recycled. Stair lifts, porch lifts, ceiling lifts and elevators. St. Michael’s parishioners. KC Lift & Elevator at (913) 327-5557. (Formerly Silver Cross – KC)