World Relief · 1 week ago
Employment Specialist
Bellingham, WA
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$24/hr - $25/hrWorld Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to addressing the world's greatest crises. They are seeking a full-time Employment Specialist to maintain relationships with employers and assist refugees in securing appropriate employment opportunities while providing necessary training and support.
CharityConsultingSocial
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
Qualification
Required
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 Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document
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
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
Benefits
Competitive benefits package
Employee discount program
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
Company
World Relief
World Relief is a global and humanitarian organization that provides immigration, legal and empowerment services.
Founded in 1944
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.17MKey Investors
Basic Needs Giving PartnershipDuPage Foundation
2025-01-17Grant· $0.05M
2023-07-18Grant· $0.12M
Leadership Team
Myal Greene
President & CEO
Alexis Brown, PhD
Chief People Officer
Recent News
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