Refugee Resettlement Specialist

10 hours ago


Baltimore, Maryland, United States Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Refugee Resettlement Specialist to join our team at Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service. The successful candidate will provide case management, employment, and supportive services to newly arriving refugees and other Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) eligible populations or asylum seekers.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in social work or a related field and experience working with refugees, immigrants, or limited English speakers. Fluency in one of the key languages used by client populations is preferred. The successful candidate will be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, troubleshoot, and follow projects through with attention to detail.

The Refugee Resettlement Specialist will provide culturally and linguistically appropriate client-centered, trauma-informed support. This includes providing reception services to arriving refugees, screening and enrolling eligible families and individuals, and creating a service plan to address needs and achieve self-sufficiency.

The successful candidate will also provide employment services, including job readiness training, resume writing assistance, interview preparation, and job placement to program participants. Additionally, they will provide interpretation and translation services, transportation and accompaniment to appointments as required, and conduct outreach and engage in public speaking to ensure those seeking support are connected to services.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package in an innovative and rewarding work environment. Salaries are based on the latest market data and reflect the education, skills, and requirements for the role. Differentials may exist based on the region and language abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Provide culturally and linguistically appropriate client-centered, trauma-informed support
  • Provide reception services to arriving refugees
  • Screen and enroll eligible families and individuals
  • Create a service plan to address needs and achieve self-sufficiency
  • Provide employment services, including job readiness training, resume writing assistance, interview preparation, and job placement
  • Provide interpretation and translation services, transportation and accompaniment to appointments as required
  • Conduct outreach and engage in public speaking to ensure those seeking support are connected to services

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field
  • Experience working with refugees, immigrants, or limited English speakers
  • Fluency in one of the key languages used by client populations is preferred
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, troubleshoot, and follow projects through with attention to detail

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Innovative and rewarding work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development


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