Employment Specialist, Elizabeth, United States

 

Job Title: Employment Specialist

Sector: Employment

Employment Category: Fixed Term

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: USD 27.00 - 27.00 Hourly

Location: Elizabeth, NJ USA

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Job Description:

Job Overview: The Employment Specialist plays a crucial role in assisting newly arrived refugees and qualified immigrants in achieving self-sufficiency through employment. This involves guiding them through employment preparation, coordinating job placements, and providing career advancement services.

Major Responsibilities:

• Conduct intake, assessment, and program orientation for eligible clients.
• Develop comprehensive employment plans and budget strategies for each employable adult.
• Provide job readiness training, job search coaching, and facilitate connections with job opportunities.
• Cultivate relationships with local employers and staffing agencies to identify suitable employment opportunities for clients.
• Assist clients and employers with post-placement issues and ongoing employment needs.
• Monitor client job performance, wage levels, and related metrics.
• Document each client interaction in accordance with program requirements.
• Collaborate with coworkers, partner organizations, and service providers to benefit clients.
• Issue and monitor Matching Grant cash assistance payments to enrolled clients and vendors.
• Utilize personal, insured vehicle or public transportation as needed for client transport and materials delivery.
• May train and supervise support staff, volunteers, and interns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in social work or related field preferred.
• Work Experience:
  • Relevant professional experience in workforce development required; minimum of 2 years' experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations strongly preferred.
  • Experience in job placement and job readiness training is advantageous.

Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:

• Strong relationship building, diplomacy, and networking skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration in multicultural environments.
• Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and solve problems.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Proficiency in English required; proficiency in Dari, Farsi, and/or Pashto desired.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and internet research.
• Valid driver's license and access to a personal, insured vehicle.

Working Environment:

• Combination of standard office environment, remote work, and fieldwork within the service delivery area.
• Occasional weekend and/or evening work may be required.

Compensation:

• Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates and are determined by various factors including market conditions, job type, and budget considerations. Exact offers are tailored based on candidate experience and skills relative to job requirements.

Gender Equality:

• IRC is committed to promoting gender equality in leadership positions and offers supportive benefits and allowances to enable women's participation in the workforce.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

• IRC values diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

US Benefits:

• IRC offers a comprehensive benefits package including sick time, retirement savings plans, employee assistance programs, paid holidays, paid time off, insurance coverage, and flexible spending accounts. Part-time employees are eligible for a proportional benefit package.