RAICES

The Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES) seeks to hire a full-time Job Developer for the Refugee Resettlement Matching Grant Program.. Serves as a liaison between employers and the RAICES Refugee Resettlement Program;. Represents the Refugee Resettlement Program in meet-and-greet sessions and tours of potential employers, occasional community presentations, outreach activities, and workshops;. Communicate verbally and in writing in one or more refugee languages, including Arabic, Dari, Kinyarwanda, Kiswahili, Pashto, and Spanish and;. Compassionate and patient toward individuals served and a basic understanding of refugee services.

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Job Details Level Experienced Job Location San Antonio - San Antonio, TX Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Salary Range $25.44 - $30.38 Hourly Travel Percentage Up to 50% Description: Join our RAICES Team! Are you ready to join our dedicated team operating on the national frontlines fighting for immigration rights? The ideal candidate shares our vision of a compassionate society where all people have the right to migrate and human rights are guaranteed. RAICES has many opportunities to contribute, grow, and thrive in a fast-paced environment that values dedication and collaboration. Starting salary is commensurate with experience. Who We Are We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency that promotes justice by providing free and low-cost legal services to underserved immigrant children, families, and refugees. As an organization that combines expertise developed from the daily practice of immigration law with a deep commitment to advocacy, RAICES is unique among immigration organizations. We provide a holistic approach to immigrants. RAICES not only assists immigrants in navigating through complicated immigration laws, but we also assist immigrants with social needs through case management and providing assistance with housing. RAICES advocates that justice is an inherent human right that should be awarded to everyone regardless of age, religion, country of origin, sexual orientation, or ability to pay for legal counsel. What We Do We defend the rights of immigrants and refugees, empower individuals, families, and communities, and advocate for liberty and justice. This position will require working remotely and in-office at the assigned work location. Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments. PLEASE NOTE: All employees are assigned to an office location. The expectation is that you live within the area to commute to and from the office as business or client needs require. Hybrid Work Plan Currently, all interviews are virtual. All positions will require working remotely and in-office at the assigned work location. Applicants must reside in the state of Texas. Relocation assistance may be provided to candidates willing to relocate. What We Offer A career at RAICES offers the opportunity to work with a team of professionals driven by our passion for advocating for immigrant rights. Our total rewards package offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits! Additional benefits include: Generous PTO, plus 14 paid Holidays Flexible Spending Account Health Spending Account Dependent Care Account Parental & Family Leave 403(b) - no waiting period on eligibility and immediate vesting after 90 days Salary is commensurate with experience COVID-19 Response Protecting the health and safety of employees and clients remains essential. RAICES is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity, gender expression, change of sex, and transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES) seeks to hire a full-time Job Developer for the Refugee Resettlement Matching Grant Program. The Job Developer is responsible for ensuring compliance with employment requirements via the Match Grant Guidelines, which includes employment preparation with job skills training, job club classes, resume and interview preparation with every employable adult and navigating employment trends in the San Antonio area. Responsibilities: Conducts regular research on businesses in the San Antonio area and provides outreach to build a network of employers willing to hire newly arrived refugees and refugee-like populations into appropriate and sustainable positions; Develops and maintains relationships with this network of employers; Serves as a liaison between employers and the RAICES Refugee Resettlement Program; Supports refugee clients in applying for job vacancies and assists with communication between the employer and applicant, as needed; Assists with the job skills orientation and training process for refugee clients who are hired, as needed; Represents the Refugee Resettlement Program in meet-and-greet sessions and tours of potential employers, occasional community presentations, outreach activities, and workshops; Encourages coworkers and refugee clients to help find job opportunities/contacts and potential mentors in the community, including, but not limited to relationships with religious institutions, stores they shop at, organizations they belong to, etc.; and, Completes administrative responsibilities, including timekeeping, case file documentation, activity tracking, timely database entries, and other tasks related to program compliance. Other services as assigned in support of programmatic needs Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a Social Service or Human Resources related field 1-2 years in social services evaluating clients' background, skills, and interests and matches to potential job openings or training programs. 1-2 years of experience working with refugee or immigrant populations in a community or social services setting; Fluency in both written and spoken English; and, Hold a valid driver's license and have access to reliable, insured transportation Preferred Qualifications: 2+ years' coaching and preparing candidates for interview and entry into the workforce. 2+ years' of establishing and maintaining relationships with employers, industry organizations, and public and private agencies to source job openings and secure employment and vocational training opportunities for clients. Communicate verbally and in writing in one or more refugee languages, including Arabic, Dari, Kinyarwanda, Kiswahili, Pashto, and Spanish and; Familiarity with the San Antonio area job market. Attributes: Must demonstrate behavior that aligns with RAICES' mission, vision, and values - Empowerment, Excellence, Compassion, Inclusion and being Proactive; Strong oral and written communication skills; comfortable with public speaking; Able to work independently and as part of a diverse, multidisciplinary team; Able to work effectively and respectfully with a diverse client population and community members. Comfortable working in a cross-cultural environment; and, Compassionate and patient toward individuals served and a basic understanding of refugee services.

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