Employment Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:

World Relief Western Washington is now accepting applications for a full-time Employment Specialist who will maintain positive ongoing relationships with employers, prepare and place refugees in appropriate employment opportunities, and follow up with refugees placed in jobs.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with clients to prepare them for employment, including:

Basic job skills training (e.g., workplace expectations, communication, etc.)

Orientation to culture and expectations of work in the United States

Counseling clients about benefits of early employment

Work with Employment Team to creatively address barriers to self-sufficiency

Assist clients through process of applying for employment

Follow up with clients after job placement to address areas of concern and ensure continued employment

Document contacts with clients and employers, reporting on progress as necessary

Work with churches and volunteers serving refugee clients seeking employment

Lead, report, and comply fully with Federal and State-funded grants

Develop and maintain positive ongoing relationships with a variety of local companies that hire refugees

Expand employer base for refugee job placements

Other related tasks as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

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 , , and

Ability to engage employers cheerfully, persuasively, and professionally

Demonstrated ability to work effectively and sensitively with people of diverse cultural and religious backgrounds

Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple duties

Ability to adapt to a changing employment climate and shifting refugee populations

Flexibility, initiative, and a desire to learn

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to accomplish goals

Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

Intermediate computer knowledge, including MS Office

Current Washington State driver’s license and access to a vehicle required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in sales, marketing, human resources, or a related field

Experience working with refugees and/or non-native English speakers

Proficiency in one or more languages other than English (highly desirable)

Individuals with lived immigrant experience are strongly encouraged to apply

$24.80 - $25.55 an hourWorld Relief offers a competitive benefits package and employee discount program for full-time, Regular, and part-time (25+ hours per week) employeesWorld 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.***Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.