Economic Empowerment AmeriCorps

1 month ago

New York, United States International Rescue Committee Full time
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees delivers lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

The Economic Empowerment AmeriCorps supports Staff in assisting refugee clients secure their first jobs in the United States and guiding them towards successful integration into the American workplace. AmeriCorps will gain familiarity in cross-cultural training techniques, skills development and hiring procedures of area businesses.

This position is eligible for a biweekly stipend provided through Arizona Serve.

This is an in-person position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provides direct and administrative services to clients in the following areas:
  • Resume preparation
  • Online and paper job applications;
  • Job Interview coaching and practice;
  • Client transport to interviews and other post-placement assistance;
  • Research job opportunities;
  • Client file management;
  • Skill specific projects as assigned by Program Coordinator.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of employer expectations, job retention, and job search techniques
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information
  • Strong verbal and written skills in English
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Strong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds
  • Driver's license, personal vehicle, auto insurance, a clean driving record, and willingness to drive clients in personal vehicle
  • Technology requirements:
  • nterns will be required to use their own technology tools to work on virtual opportunities.IRC is not responsible for any personal device expenses such as personal smartphones, tablets, hotspots, data charges, etc.
  • All personal devices must:
  • -Be kept current with all operating system updates and security patches,
    -Use a password or PIN with a minimum of 4 characters to log onto smartphones and tablets and 8 alpha and numeric characters for a Laptop.
    -Have lock screen set to 10 minutes or less with a password required to unlock the device
    -Configurations must be set to delete all data or lock after 10 unsuccessful attempts to enter a password or PIN. Lockout period must be no less than 30 minutes.
    -Additional policy details will be discussed during orientation and training.

CLEARANCES:
All offers are contingent on successfully passing background and criminal history checks as required by federal and state law or by IRC policy. All AmeriCorps are required to hold an Arizona State Level One fingerprint clearance card.

COMMITMENT:
300 hours to be completed over fall 2024 and spring 2025 semesters.

Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way - our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.

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