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Company Name : IRCO
Location : Portland, OR
Position : Refugee Welcoming Specialist

Job Description : POSITION: Refugee Welcoming SpecialistWAGE: $42,000 – $45,000 per yearLOCATION: Based out of one of IRCO’s offices. Remote work will also be expected of this position.APPLY AT: www.irco.orgSTATUS: Full Time with BenefitsPROGRAM(S): Refugee Resettlement & Placement Services Program (R&P)REPORTS TO: Refugee Resettlement & Placement Services CoordinatorCLOSING DATE: Open until filledREQUIREMENTS: Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination or approved request for accommodation is required.English language proficiency required, knowledge of a second language preferred. Preferred languages include Pashto, Dari, Farsi, Arabic, Swahili, Amharic, and Rohingya.Access to personal vehicle and insurance during business hours required.GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY: For decades, IRCO has been helping refugees to find employment in Oregon. Starting in 2021, IRCO will be assisting newly arrived refugees and parolees make Oregon their new home through resettlement and placement services. Through this programming, IRCO will assist individuals and families who have fled their homes, have been granted refugee or parolee status by the US Government, and have been approved to resettle in Oregon. IRCO’s resettlement and placement services will welcome new arrivals, set them up in adequate housing, help them navigate local resources, and connect with their new communities. The program will also link them to IRCO’s hundreds of programs (including Refugee Employment Services) and to their relevant IRCO cultural center.The R&P Volunteer Coordinator/Welcoming Specialist will be responsible for a) ensuring that every arrival is greeted at the airport with a culturally appropriate meal and is transported safely to their new homes, and b) recruiting and supporting a team of volunteers to support new arrivals in their first days, weeks, and months in the US.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Manage a schedule of airport arrivals of all incoming R&P clients, and ensure that each arrival is picked up at the airport and greeted with culturally appropriate food. In some cases, the Volunteer Coordinator/Welcoming Specialist will greet the client at the airport themselves; in many cases, they will coordinate staff and volunteers to do soRecruit and support a team of volunteers to work closely with R&P Resource Navigators in meeting client needsCoordinate volunteer efforts with those of other members of the R&P team, including Resource Navigators, Housing Coordinators, and others. Convene and attend case consultations as necessaryTrain new volunteers in role-specific trainings and continue to update training materials as necessary; debrief with volunteers to assess next steps and continued program improvementsTrack Volunteer involvement and maintain required records per office and grantor requirementsSECONDARY FUNCTIONS: Work on development of meaningful service projects and activities for small groups leading toward longer-term volunteer engagementAdhere to IRCO and funder policies and proceduresAssist team members when necessary and perform other tasks as assignedJOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in social services, counseling, education, or related field preferred. Associate’s degree or equivalent requiredStrong knowledge of immigrant and refugee communities required. Experience working or living in multicultural and/or multilingual environments requiredSelf-starter with strong initiative, follow-through, and organizational skillsMust be able to prioritize, multi-task, and train and educate adult learners about cross-cultural relationships and dynamicsExcellent problem solving and planning abilities, and a willingness to analyze and adapt processes to better achieve objectivesAwareness and sensitivity in the delivery of client services as it relates to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the populations servedAbility to work well in team setting, as well as independently; ability to be flexible and adapt well to different dynamics in a fast-paced work environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and OutlookFlexibility to work evenings, nights, and weekends on an as needed basisMust have a valid State issued driver’s license, insurance, clean driving record and personal transportationExcellent written and oral communication skillsCommitment to IRCO mission and drive to work in partnership with vulnerable populations to achieve self-sufficiencyKNOWLEDGE: Education: Associate’s Degree (3)Experience: 1-2 years of experience is required (3)Additional Language Required: English language proficiency required, knowledge of a second language preferred. Preferred languages include Pashto, Dari, Farsi, Arabic, Swahili, Amharic, and Rohingya.Computers: All positions at IRCO require use of a computer and experience working with Microsoft Products including but not limited to Microsoft 365, Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.SKILLS: Communication: Regular communication inside and outside the organization to exchange ideas and gather information (5)Creativity: Regular need for the development of new processes and procedures or the redesign of interrelated processes and procedures is needed (4)EFFORT: Mental: There is an occasional need to assess risk as well as to make determinations about tasks and deadlines (4)Physical: Positions at this level require some physical efforts or manual labor such as lifting, carrying or constant movement. Positions with regular responsibility for driving are to be placed at least at this level (3)RESPONSIBILITY: Impact and Influence: Positions at this level have a regular need or ability to analyze problem or concepts or make decisions on the information. Have distinct impact on and influence on organization operations, program outcomes, revenue, expense or budgetary outcomes (4)Work Independence: Positions at this level are expected to handle regularly assigned work which includes making decisions and taking action under limited supervision. New or unusual work is performed with a moderate degree of supervision, assistance, and review. (3)Planning: Positions at this level must consider own work and work of others. Planning processes will include determination of issues or obstacles and preferred courses of action. Ability to forecast for the near future (six to twelve months) is required (3)Supervision: Positions at this level are normally responsible for some supervisory responsibilities, including providing daily work direction, making recommendations to supervisors and HR regarding hiring, disciplining, terminating employees, or pay adjustments. (3)WORKING CONDITIONS: Environment: This level has a work environment that is usually well protected, free from hazards or obstacles. There is little element of personal risk or hazard Job conditions are usually comfortable, with only occasional issues, temperature change (2)Schedule: The work schedule occasionally fluctuates based on organization or customer needs. This fluctuation may occur with or without prior notice. (3)HOW TO APPLY: Applications are accessible on the IRCO website, www.irco.org. This position requires the completion of an IRCO application. Attach resume and cover letter to IRCO application form. Materials submitted without a completed application are considered incomplete and will not be considered. Due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to contact each applicant or return calls regarding the status of your application.ABOUT IRCO: The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants, refugees, and the broader community in Portland, Oregon. Our mission is to promote the integration of refugees, immigrants, and the community at large into a self-sufficient, healthy, and inclusive multiethnic society. Find out more at www.irco.org.IRCO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERJob Type: Full-timePay: $42,000.00 – $45,000.00 per yearBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftWork Location: Multiple Locations

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