Job Details Level
Experienced
Job Location
Fairfax, VA - Fairfax, VA
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
$27.00 - $28.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
10 - 20%
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
The Matching Grant Employment Coordinator will provide employment services to clients enrolled to the State Funded Road
to Self-Sufficiency (RSS) program.
The main objective of this position is to assist clients secure full-time employment with
benefits.
Additionally, the position will work with RSS enrolled clients to identify employment barriers and assist in
addressing those issues.
Maintain current knowledge of the U.S. Resettlement Program;
Maintain current knowledge of all Refugee and Immigrant Services programs;
Enroll eligible refugees and asylees to RSS employment program;
Provide orientation regarding the program to those enrolled.
Orientation should include, but not be limited to, a
discussion of the importance of early employment and employment retention;
Evaluate participants through intake and assessment and develop individual service plans designed for
self-sufficiency;
Contact area employers through mailings, phone inquiries, and person-to -person meetings to provide them
program information and to inquire about job openings.
Develop relationships with area employers that allow for the
regular and ongoing placement of RSS clients;
Assist participants in job search and in the submission of applications;
Place participants in jobs appropriate to circumstance;
Follow up with participants and employers to ensure retention and upgrade;
Assist and lead in the provision of pre-employment trainings;
Assist clients will completing resumes;
Provide referrals and career counseling as needed;
Monitor participants participation in English as a Second Language (and other trainings) through regular contact
with the provider;
Coordinate services with other area agencies using the Comprehensive Resettlement Plan (CRP);
Complete all forms as required;
Maintain accurate record of all services provided;
Produce reports in a timely manner;
Work as part of the program team and participate in staff meetings and in-service trainings;
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
•Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
•Three to five years' experience working with adult English Language Learners, job seekers, or a combination thereof.
•Previous management or supervisory experience.
Competencies
•Interest in international affairs and continuing education
•Organized; able to develop and achieve long-term and short-term goals.
•Excellent communication skills and proven ability to connect with individuals.
•Cross-cultural awareness and competency.
•Persistency and attention to detail
•Knowledge of database management, Microsoft office applications and office procedures
•Understanding, patient, flexible and innovative
Languages
Fluency in Ukrainian, Farsi /Dari, Pashto, Spanish, and Arabic preferred
Knowledge of Amharic, Arabic, Burmese, Bhutanese, Chinese, and Nepali desirable
Note: Valid driver's license and access to regular and reliable personal transportation required.
Police clearance and clear
drug test required