Employment Navigator - Resettlement

Lutheran Services in Iowa; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Comprehensive health benefits

Career-building opportunities

Gym discounts

Job summary

Lutheran Services in Iowa is seeking an Employment Navigator in Sioux City to assist refugees in achieving self-sufficiency through employment. This role involves job placements, employment preparation, and necessary coaching.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in a related field and have at least one year of workforce development experience. Additional perks include a competitive salary, flexible hours, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of professional experience in workforce development or employment services.
• Ability to maintain documentation and meet organizational policies.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Guide refugees and immigrants through employment preparation and job placements.
• Develop comprehensive employment plans and budget strategies.
• Facilitate workshops and track attendance.

Skills

Employment services

Community partnerships

Multilingual communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in health or human services

Job description

Are you looking to make a positive impact in your community? Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) seeks an Employment Navigator to support employment services for refugee populations through our Immigrant and Refugee Community Services programs in Sioux City. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply!

What You'll Do

The Employment Navigator assists newly arrived refugees and other qualified immigrants to attain self-sufficiency through employment by guiding them through employment preparation, coordinating job placements, and other career advancement services. Conduct intake, assessment and provide program orientation to clients eligible for employment services. Develop comprehensive employment plans and budget strategies for each employable adult. Provide job readiness and job search coaching and connect clients with job opportunities. Develop plans to overcome barriers to obtaining and maintaining employment throughout the service period. Maintains written documentation of services and ensures employment services are delivered within the required timeframes and in accordance or organizational and contractual policies.

Must maintain refugee information systems, track assessments and progress. Will facilitate workshops and work readiness courses, schedule workshops and track attendance. The Employment Specialist will maintain and build relationships with community partners, educational organizations and employers.

Daytime hours, with need for flexibility with occasional early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

What You'll Need

Required: A bachelor's degree in health or human service-related field or and a mimimum of one year professional experience in workforce development/employment services field; Linguistic appropriate skills to meet the needs of the clients are desired but not required.

This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record and the ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check.

How We'll Support You

On top of joining the best team around, you can also receive:

• - A competitive salary
• - A 401(k) with employer match
• - Generous paid time off
• - A flexible work schedule
• - Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, and vision insurance
• - Career-building opportunities
• - Special Team LSI perks like gym discounts, pet insurance, and cell phone discounts through Verizon
• - As a non-profit employer, many LSI employees also qualify for student loan forgiveness programs.

Who We Are

LSI is an equal opportunity employer. At LSI we respect diverse life experiences, cultures and heritages, and strive to provide that all voices are heard and valued. You can learn more about our commitment at https://lsiowa.org/who-we-are/

It's their life. It's your career.Make a difference in both at LSI!