Community Advocate

4 days ago


Tucson, Arizona, United States Cherokee Federal Full time

Afghan Community Peer Support Specialist Role:

This position involves providing advocacy, service connection, and skills training to Afghan community members in partnership with Afghan Community Case Managers and the Stakeholder Engagement Liaison.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide advocacy and engagement with community partners, local non-profit agencies, employers, and social adjustment entities.
  • Offer resource sharing and skill building supports, including employment, education, cultural orientation, transportation, and social services.
  • Assist in securing employment and vocational opportunities in partnership with Afghan Community Case Managers.
  • Organize and implement community education opportunities related to employment, English language literacy, and social adjustment.
  • Collaborate with local employers, employment programs, vocational programs, English language programs, financial wellness programs, and social services offices providers to ensure required services deliveries to Afghan community members.
  • Provide financial wellness engagement, budget training, and other sustainability planning services to Afghan families in the program.

Requirements:

  • One year experience in social work, counseling, or related fields preferred.
  • Lived experience in going through refugee resettlement and/or humanitarian parole processes.
  • Bilingual or multilingual communication skills, specifically in Pashto and/or Dari.
  • Ability to present a positive demeanor to individuals, their families, staff, supportive services personnel, and the general public.
  • Ability to travel between various local working locations.
  • History of community engagement and community organizing.
  • Advanced knowledge of employment services and social adjustment services.

About Cherokee Federal:

Cherokee Federal is a military-friendly employer, and veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal is focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart.



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