On Schoenfeld's return, she was asked to assist with a settlement in the Jewish district in Pittsburgh and was requested to undertake the establishment of it.

Though only 21 years of age, she offered her services to those interested in the movement and helped develop the Columbian Council School and Settlement.

After three years' residence at the settlement, Schoenfeld left on account of ill health and returned to Johnstown in 1902.

The first work this club undertook was the establishment of the Juvenile Court and Schoenfeld, during the first year, served as volunteer probation officer.

Later an opportunity offered to study vacation and amusement resources of working girls in New York City.

[2] After three years as secretary of the Playground and Recreation Association, she was appointed head worker of the Irene Kauffman Settlement in Pittsburgh.