Resettlement Program Job Developer

4 weeks ago

Jacksonville, United States Church World Service Full time

Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home.


Provide employment services including but not limited to job development, employment counseling, job placements and job upgrades to eligible program clients in order to help them achieve self-sufficiency and an effective resettlement as quickly and expeditiously as possible.


  • Responsible for assisting clients of the Match Grant Program in the process of job search and placement. Clients will be assisted with skills assessment, job orientations and they will be offered technical assistance in the job search process, including resume writing, cover letter, job opening search, job application, employment referral, etc.
  • Responsible for coordinating job development activities for clients with program case managers and other in-house staff for prompt placement, timely enrollment, and other related activities.
  • Maintain case management information including: case recording, record keeping, tracking client’s job search activities, employment follow ups, job development history etc. Ensure timely submission of program statistics and narrative reports.
  • Responsible for developing and maintaining a current pool of employers such as companies, agencies, etc. that could offer employment opportunities and/or job training to the clients.  
  • Responsible for coordinating program recruitment activities, client and company screening and evaluation, and referrals to job opportunities. 
  • Responsible for coordinating and conducting financial, transportation and computer skills training for clients.  
  • Generate and submit cases’ reports.  
  • Ensure that all employment-related forms are up-to-date, complete and in compliance with CWS and ORR contract requirements. 
  • Coordinate interpretation and translation services to refugee clients. 
  • Conduct home visits as mandated by the program. 
  • Participate in community events to disseminate program information and recruit potential clients. 
  • Stays abreast of refugee and immigrant issues, and available services to refugees, using current information to better identify and serve refugee clients.
  • Coordinate and assist in apartment set-up for refugees as required. 
  • Works varied hours, including nights and weekends when necessary.
  • Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license. 
  • Perform other duties as requested by the Program Manager, Regional Director and/or his designee.

Education:

  • Associate and/or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or 3 years related work experience. Degree in Business Administration preferred. 

 

Experience: 

  • Previous work experience in refugee resettlement, case management or other direct social services.

 

Other Skills:

  • Computer literacy, using word processing and database applications, excel and PowerPoint programs.
  • Spanish fluency required.
  • Valid driver’s license and adhere to the CWS Driving Policy.

  • Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle. Mileage accrued while executing work responsibilities is reimbursable by CWS.
  • Must complete motor vehicle record check.
  • Must be willing and able to travel.
  • Background check required.

CWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:    
- 403 (b) Retirement Plan                                               
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance                                                  
- Generous Paid Time Off (21 Paid Days Off; 27 Days after 2 Years)  
- 14 Official Holidays  
- Sick Time Off (12 Accrued monthly)                                      
- Life Insurance and AD&D                                             
- Long Term and Short-Term Disability                                                  
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)                                                 
- Health Savings Account                                               
- Flexible Spending Accounts      
- Commuter Benefits 

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