PT Supported Employment Specialist (Multilingual)

Our Mission: Lutheran Community Services Northwest partners with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.

About Us Lutheran Community Services Northwest is a non-profit human services agency that improves lives of people in communities throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho. We provide a wide variety of services to adults, adolescents, children, families, schools and communities. We are privileged to touch lives of all ages, cultures and faiths.

THE ROLE: As part of the employment team, in this PT role (20 hours a week), you will support LCSNW towards achieving desired program outcomes by working with job seekers from refugee and immigrant communities to assist them in securing career livable employment, job readiness training, and career advancement opportunities . This individual constantly develops and strengthens the local workforce development network by building relationships with non-profits and other agencies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Conduct detailed intakes with clients to determine program eligibility and create a strengths-based employment plan with each client. Complete self-sufficiency planning with clients and their families, including budgeting, to support clients in identifying goals and concrete steps toward achieving those goals. Support clients seeking employment or work experience placements throughout their job search. Continue to assist clients after they begin working to ensure progress towards their career and economic self-sufficiency goals. Provide services to reduce client employment barriers in areas such as transportation, ESOL class enrollment, and childcare subsidy applications. Refer clients, upon their request and eligibility, to additional services as needed. Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with partners, including employers, government contacts, and community-based organizations. Maintain compliance with all relevant program/department requirements, including and not limited to adhering to all record-keeping and reporting requirements. Model and encourage direct, professional communication among staff members and facilitate the development of a positive staff support network. Demonstrate awareness and sensitivity in delivering client services as it relates to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the populations served. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience: HS diploma or equivalent. One year of experience working with immigrant and refugee populations or limited English proficiency clients.

Knowledge of and cultural responsiveness to the immigrant population. Must have an understanding of common U.S. hiring practices and processes and how employment services can contribute to clients achieving their employment goals. Ability to work well under pressure and work effectively in a multicultural setting, demonstrating excellent organizational skills and interpersonal skills. General experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office. Ability to strictly adhere to HIPAA standards to ensure client confidentiality.

Transportation: This position requires reliable transportation for business purposes, such as between work locations, community settings, and driving clients in a personal and/or agency vehicle

Language Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak in Ukrainian/English.

Clearance: Standard LCSNW criminal clearance, including national sex offender, motor vehicle records, valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

The Perks: We offer a full benefits package with options for medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage; employer-paid short and long-term disability, as well as life insurance. Vacation includes up to 2 weeks in the first year. Up to 2 weeks of Sick leave for you or to take care of your immediate family (based on hours worked). 12 Paid Holidays plus 2 Floating Holidays each year. A 403(b) Retirement plan, with employer matching after meeting eligibility requirements. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help and support you. Staff potentially eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness program as a 501(c) 3 employer.

We thank all candidates in advance for their interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services Northwest team. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVICES NORTHWEST IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITTED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCY.

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