Rising Ground

The Passage of Hope Program provides temporary residential care and other supportive services to Unaccompanied Children (UC) who are under legal custody of the Federal Government.. Working in collaboration with the federal Office of Refugee Resettlement, our HS/PRS program provides support and assistance to families in need of Home Study Services, and families in need of Post Release Services (PRS).. For PRS Services we link children and their families with an array of community services that will help them achieve success and permanency in the United States so they are able to move forward with their lives and thrive.. Promote PRS to community stakeholders;. Knowledge of child welfare and immigration related legislation

resource coordinator

<p><h3>Overview </h3><p>The Passage of Hope Program provides temporary residential care and other supportive services to Unaccompanied Children (UC) who are under legal custody of the Federal Government. Working in collaboration with the federal Office of Refugee Resettlement, our HS/PRS program provides support and assistance to families in need of Home Study Services, and families in need of Post Release Services (PRS).  </p><p>For PRS Services we link children and their families with an array of community services that will help them achieve success and permanency in the United States so they are able to move forward with their lives and thrive. </p><p><strong>Rising Ground </strong> </p><p>Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs as a leading non-profit human services organization. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 25,000 individuals. We do this through 50 programs in 70 locations throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity shows not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve.  </p><p><strong>Benefits </strong> </p><p>At Rising Ground, we encourage everyone to live a healthier life. When you enroll in health care benefits — medical, dental, and vision care, you and your family can take advantage of each plan’s preventive services, which will help everyone to stay well. Another way to remain healthy is to eat right and keep active. Ultimately, we all benefit when we make the right choices, whether through diet and exercise or health care services. You can also take advantage of other important benefits, including life and accident, disability benefits, the retirement savings plan, and the employee assistance program. </p><p><strong>Annual Salary </strong> </p><p>$55,000.00 </p><h3>Responsibilities </h3><ul><li>Promote PRS to community stakeholders; </li><li>Form collaborative partnerships with community-based providers across a wide range of services and at a local and national level. </li><li>Assist community members reaching out for program information;  </li><li>Develop and deliver trainings for community members; </li><li>Exceptional interpersonal, speaking, and writing skills and the ability to apply these skills in diverse situations </li><li>Complete related paperwork in a timely manner; </li><li>Work as part of an inter-disciplinary case management team; </li><li>Other duties as necessary </li> </ul><h3>Qualifications </h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree </li><li>Knowledge of the communities supported and the ability to work effectively in cross-cultural situations.  </li><li>Ability to work in cultural diversity and provide culturally sensitive services  </li><li>Knowledge of child welfare and immigration related legislation  </li><li>Excellent verbal, written communication and organizational skills are essential  </li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office suite </li><li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) a must </li> </ul> </p>#J-18808-Ljbffr

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