Refugee Youth Education Coach

International Rescue Committee; Louisville (KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance starting at $163/mo

Dental starting at $6.50/mo

Vision starting at $5/mo

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement with employer match

Job summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring a Youth Services Specialist to support refugee students (ages 6–18) and families in navigating the U.S. education system.

You will lead enrollments, orientations, and after-school tutoring, coordinating with schools, partners, and the Education & Youth Services Manager to align services with program goals. Responsibilities include tracking progress, hosting summer programs, and referring families to IRC services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, education, or related field preferred.
• Experience with refugee, immigrant, or multicultural youth and families in school, resettlement, or case management settings.
• Fluent in English; other languages spoken by client group are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist newly arrived ORR-eligible families with school enrollment (ages 6–18).
• Provide school orientation and parent workshops on school enrollment and attendance.
• Coordinate with JCPS and school staff to address enrollment issues and monitor student progress.
• Support families choosing private schools or districts outside JCPS.
• Deliver after-school tutoring twice weekly during the school year.

Skills

Fluent English

Multicultural communication

MS Office

ClientTrack knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, education, or related field

Tools

ClientTrack

Job description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring a Youth Services Specialist to support refugee students (ages 6–18) and families in navigating the U.S. education system.

You will lead enrollments, orientations, and after-school tutoring, coordinating with schools, partners, and the Education & Youth Services Manager to align services with program goals. Responsibilities include tracking progress, hosting summer programs, and referring families to IRC services.