Refugee Career Pathway Career Coach (Part Time)

Description

POSITION:                                 Refugee Career Pathway Career Coach (Part Time)

JOB CLASS/GRADE:                 Specialist 1/ Position 8

WAGE:                                        Starting at $24,300 per year at part time 

FLSA; EEO; WC:                        Non-Exempt; Professional; 8864

LOCATIONS:                             IRCO Main Office, 10301 NE Glisan St Portland OR 97220,

FTE; FT/PT; STATUS:                0.5 FTE; Part-Time with Benefits; Regular

NUMBER OF POSITIONS:      (1)

APPLY AT:                                 www.irco.org 

STATUS:                                    Part-Time with Benefits

PROGRAM(S):                          Refugee Career Pathway Program

SECTOR:                                    New Arrival Support Services

REQUIREMENTS:                    

Reliable form of transportation, an active driver’s license, and current insurance; and have full use of automobile during work hours.

This job announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Program Summary
Refugee Career Pathway Program is designed to support refugees in achieving self-sufficiency by providing them with training, skills development and employment opportunities aligned with their qualifications and experience. The program offers services such as career counseling, job readiness training, credential evaluation and connection with employers to help refugee transition into their chosen career field in USA.

Position Summary
The Career Coach will provide training connections and career coaching to refugees statewide and assist and support them to gain employment and advance within their chosen field. Career Coach will build on existing partnerships, employers, training providers, and educational institutions to build new and enhance existing onramps to career pathways. 

The participants served will be interested in training and employment opportunities. 

Essential Functions

• Provide guidance on culturally specific recruitment and outreach to ensure diverse participants are served 
• Assist with outreach and recruitment of participant 
• Provide career mapping, planning, and coaching including basic skills development 
• Provide support services and placement support to all participants. 
• Serve as initial point of contact for all potential participants, providing information about available services 

Secondary Functions

• Monitor and coordinate volunteer activities 
• Provide coverage / surge support for team when needed, in case of absence or high volume of participation 
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, committees, and volunteer activities to support program goals 
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned 

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Ability to function in a positive manner in a demanding work environment, to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility, to respond to priorities and schedules that change frequently 
• Ability to meet multiple, sometimes conflicting deadline 
• Strong report writing, editing, research and data experience 
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities 
• Ability to deal with distressed and/or demanding clients and employees in an effective manner 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make good judgments as it pertains to clients 
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality 

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Requirements

• 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. 
• There is an occasional need to assess risk as well as to make determinations about tasks and deadlines.
• 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 changes. 
• Stable work schedule with no fluctuations

Supervisory Responsibilities

Positions at this level are not responsible for any supervisory functions or responsibilities but may occasionally be asked to orient and/or train new employees or volunteers.

What We Offer

IRCO is a very employee-friendly workplace and offers great benefit package to our staff:

• Many flexible working arrangements and schedule
• Amazing opportunity to work with people who come from all over the world
• Work that helps your community 
• 3 to 6 weeks of PTO per year 
• 401k match of over 100% on first 5%, immediate vesting 
• 3% match for student loans or college savings 
• 12 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• Medical & Dental insurance options with 90% coverage for employee AND Families, no deductibles
• Employer Paid Life, Short term, and Long-term Disability Insurance 
• Flexible spending account

Required Engagement

Engage fully in recommended professional development, as well as other assigned or required training activities. This engagement can also include participation in optional activities that embrace IRCO’s mission, vision, and values based initiatives. 

How To Apply

1. Complete the IRCO application in our Careers Portal: IRCO Application for Employment.  
2. Upload your resume and cover letter addressing your qualifications for this position IRCO Careers.  
3. For questions about this position, please email [email protected]

Please note that physical applications are accessible from IRCO’s main office, 10301 NE Glisan, Portland, OR 97220. Due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to contact applicants or return calls regarding applications. Complete applications should include a cover letter, resume, and IRCO application. 

IRCO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any characteristics protected by law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.