Refugee and Immigrant Youth Services Early Childhood Specialist

Are you a person of compassion? An advocate for justice? Someone who stands up for the rights of the vulnerable and speaks out for the marginalized, the exploited and the forgotten?  Do you believe in our calling as Christians to welcome the least of these and love our neighbor?

If you answered ‘yes’, to any of the above, World Relief, and millions of people around the world need you.

At this pivotal moment in time, we are rapidly expanding and growing our team to meet the increasing needs of our world. We are looking for people who want to use their gifts and talents to make a real and tangible difference in our world and the lives of the suffering.

If you’re looking for a purpose-driven career in which you can grow your talents, while also standing up for the rights of the vulnerable, we want you to join us today.

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY

World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world’s greatest crises in partnership with the church. The organization was founded in the aftermath of World War II to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of war-torn Europe. Since then, for 80 years, across 100 countries, World Relief has partnered with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish.

Today, organizational programming focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.

This position is reliant upon funding and may be subject to modification or termination based on resource availability.

POSITION SUMMARY:

World Relief Memphis is seeking a full-time Early Childhood Specialist to support the research, development, and implementation of educational programming for families with children ages 0-5. This role involves conducting needs assessments and data analysis, as well as collaborating with staff, parents, and volunteers to create engaging, culturally sensitive programming that promotes early childhood development. 

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   
• Create and facilitate a client-based needs assessment for early childhood care and programming   Review and interpret data to inform site-based early childhood programming   
• Develop an early childhood program, in collaboration with other RIYS staff and the greater World Relief Memphis team, that reflects data gathered through the needs assessment   
• Determine eligibility and enroll clients into relevant programs, performing intake assessments and developing appropriate service plans to track progress towards goal achievement   
• Manage programs by facilitating group activities, ensuring a positive and inclusive environment for all children and their families   
• Work closely with families to understand their needs and preferences, incorporating their cultural backgrounds into program activities.   
• Assist with the preparation and organization of materials for activities and events.   
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and participation and provide feedback on program outcomes.
• Utilize case management databases at World Relief and case note as needed.   
• Maintain regular communication with clients through phone calls, emails, and office visits.   
• Work closely with the RIYS Manager and other RIYS team members to further develop need driven, gap-filling, research-driven training and curriculum for refugee immigrant children and their families   
• Operate as a cultural broker between volunteers, church groups, educational and other service providers and refugees.   
• Participate in staff meetings, ongoing training, and other staff development opportunities   
• Other responsibilities as assigned 

• Mature and personal Christian faith
• Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief
• Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities
• Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Evangelicals For the Health of The Nation document
• Understanding of conducting research and analyzing data.   
• Previous experience working with young children is preferred.   
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and educational techniques.   
• Ability to create and adapt engaging activities that cater to diverse cultural backgrounds.   
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and empathetic approach. 
•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.   
• Proficiency in additional languages is a plus.   
• Flexible and adaptable to the evolving needs of families and the program. 

• Excellent time management and planning skills, and a keen attention to detail   
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication and conflict resolution skills   
• Highly motivated with good follow through and problem-solving skills   
• Skill and sensitivity working with people from various backgrounds and beliefs   
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and resolve problems/issues promptly and effectively   
• Ability to work well on a team in a synergistic work environment, a flexible and motivated team player   
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and organize in a fast paced and fluid environment   
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as client’s needs change   
• Valid driver’s license and reliable access to an insured vehicle required   
• Must be able to pass a background check and MVR check   
• Experience in Microsoft software including Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook   
• High school diploma or equivalent required.   
• Coursework or training in early childhood education, social work, or a related field is preferred. 

World Relief offers a competitive benefits package and employee discount program for full-time and part-time employees.

World Relief is honored to be recognized with the Gold-level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation for exceeding the core components of our well-being program including leadership and culture, program foundations and execution, and whole person health.

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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

For World Relief staff, strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief is essential, and Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment, based upon United States federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Salary : $20 - $22