Afghan Community Peer Support Specialist

Cherokee Federal; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee Federal seeks an Afghan Community Peer Support Specialist in Austin, TX, to provide advocacy, financial wellness coaching, and community engagement for Afghan community members. The role requires bilingual skills in Dari or Pashto and a background in social work or counseling, with a focus on empowering individuals and families through various support services.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in social work or counseling preferred.
• Previous experience with refugee resettlement processes.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide advocacy and engagement with Afghan community members.
• Organize education opportunities related to financial wellness.
• Assist in securing employment and vocational opportunities.

Skills

Bilingual in Dari or Pashto

Communication skills

Financial wellness coaching

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Outlook

Word

Teams

Excel

PowerPoint

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Afghan Community Peer Support Specialist, Missouri

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Job Description

Afghan Community Peer Support Specialist, Missouri

Afghan Community Peer Support Specialists will provide financial wellness coaching, service connection, skills training, and advocacy to Afghan community members in partnership with social service partners, community-based organizations, local refugee resettlement agencies, and employment entities.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Afghan Community Peer Support Specialist in Missouri: $ 60,000

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Afghan Community Peer Support Specialist Responsibilities Include:

• Provide advocacy and engagement with and on behalf of Afghan community members to community partners, local non-profit agencies, employers and social adjustment entities.
• Must be bilingual in Dari or Pashto
• Provide financial wellness engagement, budget training and other sustainability planning services to Afghan families in the program, utilizing provided curriculum and in partnership with Financial Wellness Educators.
• Organize and participate in education opportunities related to financial wellness, employment, housing counseling, English language literacy and social adjustment.
• Provide resource sharing and skill building supports, including around employment, housing, education, cultural orientation, transportation and social services.
• Assist in securing employment and vocational opportunities.
• Collaborate with local employment programs, vocational programs, English language programs, financial wellness programs and social service providers, so when appropriate, referrals can be made to ensure comprehensive required service deliveries to Afghan community members.
• Ensure language and cultural competency in support of program.
• Participate in trainings to gain competencies in financial wellness education.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Afghan Community Peer Support Specialist Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• 1-3 years experience in social work, counseling, or related fields preferred.
• Previous experience with refugee resettlement and/or humanitarian parole processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bilingual or Multilingual: (Pashto and/or Dari) communication skills are required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively via oral and written means.
• Proficient in basic math skills, as required to assist clients in their financial wellness activities and classes.
• Ability to present a positive demeanor to individuals, their families, staff, supportive services personnel, and the general public.
• Ability to travel between various local working locations
• History of community engagement and community organizing.
• Ability to remain calm during difficult circumstances and emergencies.
• Advanced knowledge of social adjustment services.
• Proficient in utilizing Outlook, Word, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment.
• Must pass pre-employment requirements of Cherokee Federal.
  
  

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

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