Employment and Internships
Current positions available:
POSITION: REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT EMPLOYMENT COORDINATOR
15 HOURS/WEEK – Non-benefitted
Overview:
Under the general direction of the Executive Director for Catholic Charities serve as our Catholic Charities Agency Refugee Employment Coordinator. Interface with clients, employers, circle of care members and volunteers to provide for a rapid and successful entrance of our refugee clients into the US work force.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Overall coordination of the Employment Program for adult refugee clients.
Fulfill 90-day R & P Grant and ORI program requirements
Attend weekly RCM staff meetings
Assist clients with cultural understanding of U.S. world of work and employer requirements and expectations.
Assist clients with creating basic resume, filling out job applications – including online, job search, and other pre-employment readiness activities.
Meet with each client and assist them in working together with local career center and participating in local job fairs.
Assist with interview prep. (including non-verbal). Accompany clients to first, second, third interviews. Arrange for interpretation if necessary.
Assist with employment transportation plan.
Follow up with clients to ensure proper job fit and placement. Follow up with employer.
Build and maintain network of potential employers.
Outreach and site visits to new and existing employer contacts
Assist employers with understanding of “refugee”
Communicate regularly with employers of existing clients to build and improve employer relationships
Gather employer testimonials and create and maintain employer brochure
Host employer appreciation event
Communicate regularly with ESOL teachers and tutors regarding employment situation for each client
Work with Volunteer Coordinator to have volunteers assist with interview prep, vocabulary building (for specific positions), digital learning, etc.
Prioritize work load
Effectively communicate with clients, staff, and volunteers.
Interface with rest of staff and work supportively to preserve team-work environment.
Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities needed to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position include:
A.A Degree
Two years of job placement/employment development experience and/or equivalent experience.
Experience in a non-profit/social services organization is helpful.
Strong ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form, interpret written information, and communicate information to internal and external staff, volunteers, and clients.
Demonstrated success in meeting deadlines
Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Excel and Word
Accurate data entry skills and effective scheduling.
Ability to interact collaboratively within a team environment and work independently
Please email cover letter and resume to Kathryn Buckley-Brawner at: k.brawner@diospringfield.org