Employment Assistant

Job Description

Job Overview/Summary: The Employment Assistant works with the economic empowerment team to provide services to assist newly arrived refugee clients to attain self-sufficiency through employment. Specifically, the Employment Assistant teaches job readiness training, provides interpretation services, assists with program enrollments, and follows up with clients on job placements.

Responsibilities Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

· Assist with interpretation for intake, and orientations. If appropriate provide enrollment services.

· Assist employment staff in providing both group and one-on-one intense job readiness orientations that provide clients with the basic skills for employability.

· Assist clients with job applications, and interviews

· Follow up on job placement, and gather pay stubs from clients

· Assist clients and employers as necessary with post placement issues and continuing employment needs.

· Work with team in developing culturally appropriate vocational training opportunities

· Ensure case files and reports are maintained in accordance with grant requirements.

· Other duties as requested

Requirements

· Undergraduate degree preferred

· Demonstrated experience with the US job search process and the ability to coach effectively clients through the nuanced process of securing employment.

· Excellent communication skills, with fluency in written and spoken English. Bilingual ability in one of the predominant languages of the local client base is desired.

· Proven success achieving goals and working effectively with all levels of staff in a multicultural environment.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

· Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle with current insurance, and the ability to travel regularly throughout the service delivery area.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement****: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for this position.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity****: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Equal Opportunity Employer****: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

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