Case Manager I – Employment Specialist Catholic Charities Diocese of Arlington

Catholic Charities USA; Woodbridge Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Case Manager I-Employment Specialist to empower refugees and asylees on their path to self-sufficiency through employment. This role involves conducting assessments, developing tailored employment plans, and connecting clients with job opportunities. You will play a vital role in educating clients about available resources and guiding them through the workforce integration process. With a commitment to service and a focus on creating partnerships, you will help clients overcome barriers and achieve their employment goals. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a diverse environment, this position is for you.

Benefits

Vacation

Sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plan

Pension after 1 year

Tuition reimbursement K-12

Education Assistance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience required in social services or related field.
• Experience in a culturally diverse environment, preferably with refugees.

Responsibilities

• Conducts intake, assessment, and develops individual employment plans.
• Connects clients with job opportunities and provides case management.
• Educates clients about resources and maintains eligibility documentation.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Bilingual (English and another language)

Microsoft Office Suite

Database entry fluency

Flexibility to work irregular hours

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor’s degree in social services field

Job description

Telework Available: Hybrid* (After 90 days training)

Position Description:

The Case Manager I-Employment Specialist of Catholic Charities Diocese of Arlington, Migration & Refugee Services, assists and prepares refugees and asylees to become self-sufficient through employment. Working under the Refugee Social Services Employment Program he/she is responsible for fulfilling all contractual obligations of the state-funded grant.

Position Responsibilities:

-Conducts intake, assessment, and program orientation for clients; develops individual employment plans for eligible clients. Enrolling clients into ESL classes & vocational trainings to increase employability.
-Connects clients with job opportunities. Provides case management to remove barriers to self-sufficiency.
– Prepares clients to enter the workforce within 90 days of arrival. Provide services to clients to include orientation to the local job market, skills assessment, career guidance, resume development, job application assistance, job referrals, interview preparation, job placement and follow up.
-Educates clients about resources available. Make referrals for benefits through VA. Dept of Social Services.
-Education clients about legal documents required for works, provides referrals for adjustment of status and naturalization.
-Maintains eligibility documentation, inputting all client data into agency databases, documenting services in case notes.

Other Duties:

-Provides services within the required timelines. Documents services per agency standard.
-Develop new employer and training provider partnerships.
-Attend regular supervision meetings, case consultations, contributes toward crisis mitigation strategies.
– Follows all Agency policies & procedures.
-Commitment to mission, goals, and services of the Catholic Charities, Diocese of Arlington.

Qualifications & Skills:

-Effective oral and written communication skills
-Bilingual English and 1 other language spoken by clients: Ukrainian, Dari, Pashtu, Arabic, Amharic.
– Flexible to work irregular hours.
-Microsoft Office Suite & Database entry fluency.

Education and Experience:

-Associates degree with 3-5 years’ experience required or Bachelor’s degree in social services field preferred.
-Valid US drivers license with 3 years of licensed driving in the US, good driving record. Willing to drive clients.
-Previous experience in a culturally diverse environment, 2 years refugee resettlement preferred.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit for periods of time and light lifting up to 25lbs.

BENEFITS:Vacation, Sick, STD, LTD, Paid FML*, 16 paid holidays in 2024, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, retirement plan, After 1 year: Pension, Diocesan School Tuition Reimbursement K-12, Education Assistance, Closed between Christmas and New Years.*