10 Refugee Employment Specialist Jobs in Austin, TX
Caritas of Austin is Hiring a Refugee Employment Specialist Near Austin, TX
Department: Client Services
Reports To: Employment Program ManagerFLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Full TimePosition SummaryCOVID-19 Vaccine Required but subject to recognized exemptionsThis is a full-time grant funded position and is contingent upon renewal of the grant. The Program Manager and the Department Director select the Employment Specialist. The Employment Specialist is responsible for all aspects of service delivery to individuals referred to the Employment Program. This includes development of customized employment plans for individuals and placing them in the most appropriate employment setting. This position will be serving a diverse and vulnerable population, primarily newly arrived refugees, etc., and requires the Employment Specialist to work closely with staff and community agencies to coordinate additional services. Besides providing employment services, the Employment Specialist will approve the individuals for employment related financial assistance and perform other duties as assigned. This position requires maintenance of client files with detailed documentation of service delivery
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (inclusive but not exhaustive):
- Conducts intake & assessment.
- Develops structured individual employment and self-sufficiency service plan for each client, addressing and assisting client to recognize their interests, strengths, needs, deficits, and goals towards employment.
- Makes job referrals, assists with job applications, and facilitates job placements and job upgrades.
- Trains client on effective interviewing skills, resume writing, and professional presentation.
- Provides information to clients about educational opportunities, including vocational and training programs and college courses relevant to client goals.
- Collaborates with the team in identifying appropriate jobs for clients.
- Prepares and submits client assistance check requests.
- Conducts employment services follow-up as required by grants.
- Coordinates client services with other Caritas programs and service providers.
- Complies with funding source guidelines and requirements.
- Maintains on-going interactions with employers.
- Maintains client files with required forms, Employment Service Plan, case notes, and client assistance check request documentation.
- Maintains detailed case notes in all files that provide accurate and complete description of service provided to clients as well as clients’ involvement in the case plan.
- Responds to individual client concerns with accurate information in a respectful, effective, and timely manner.
- Conducts intake and assessment of clients for financial and medical assistance (e.g. Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) and Refugee Medical Assistance (RMA) programs eligibility).
- Assist with RCA and RMA applications, documents, appeal, etc.
- Provides monthly cash and vendor payments to eligible households based on government guidelines.
- Refers clients to other programs if there is an unmet need.
- Completes data entry of financial and medical assistance (e.g. Refugee Cash Assistance) provided to each client.
- Completes other tasks related to financial and medical services (e.g. Refugee Cash Assistance) as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Develops an approved plan for professional development.
- Treats clients, staff, and the general public with courtesy and respect.
- Business administration, human resources, social work, psychology, sociology, education, international studies, or other business and/or human services related degree preferred.
ExperienceRequired: Minimum one year of experience providing career services, people development and working with diverse populations and clients with barriers
Language Requirements:
Fluent in English/Spanish
Other Position RequirementMust have dependable transportation
Salary/Benefits:
- Base Salary Range: $43,467 – $49702
- The salary offered will follow Caritas of Austin salary guidelines based on candidate's education and experience.
- Employer paid health, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance for employees.
- 14 Paid Holidays per year.
- 20 days of accrued PTO in year one with increases up to 31 days per year.
- Retirement plan with employer match.
- Discounted Rates on Gold’s Gym and Legal Shield memberships.
- Mileage Reimbursement.
- Monthly Phone Stipend.
- Monthly Paid Parking for employees who office from Downtown Location.
Job Summary
Full Time
Social & Legal Services
$54k-69k (estimate)
06/23/2024
07/21/2024
caritasofaustin.org
AUSTIN, TX
50 - 100
1964
BETH ATHERTON
$10M - $50M
Social & Legal Services
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About Caritas of Austin
Caritas of Austin believes that when every person has a stable place to call home, they can realize their full potential and contribute to our community. We build wellbeing by making sure that people have a safe home, access to healthy groceries, jobs that provide a reliable living wage, and educational opportunities to learn life skills. All of us need a sturdy foundation and layers of support in our lives to thrive; thats what creates a strong community. Our innovative, personalized and proven approach to building wellbeing and ending homelessness creates a more vibrant Austin for everyone. ...OUR MISSION We prevent and end homelessness for people in Greater Austin. GET INVOLVED Volunteers are helping create a more vibrant Austin for all as they partner with staff members and clients to build wellbeing. Whether its serving a nutritious lunch, working with clients directly to achieve their life goals, or supporting staff members to make our programs even stronger, you are helping end homelessness together. Become a volunteer - work directly with clients, serve lunch in our Community Kitchen, or provide staff with administrative support: http://www.caritasofaustin.org/get-involved/volunteer Join our Community Advisory Board - we are always looking for diverse community professionals and leaders to promote awareness in the community, provide advisory support, and ensure long-term sustainability through resource development. Contact Amy Jackson, ajackson@caritasofaustin.org for more information. Join the Caritas team - View current job openings: https://www.caritasofaustin.org/who-we-are/careers/
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