Summary:

World Relief Seattle is now accepting applications for a full-time Employment Specialist who will maintain positive ongoing relationships with employers, prepare and place refugees in appropriate employment opportunities, and follow up with refugees placed in jobs.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain positive ongoing relationships with a variety of local companies who hire refugees
• Expand employer base for refugee job placements
• Work with clients to prepare them for employment, including:
  Basic job skills training (e.g. workplace expectations, communication, etc.)
  Orientation to culture and expectations of work in the United States
  Counseling clients about benefits of early employment
• Work with Employment Team to creatively address barriers to self-sufficiency
• Assist clients through process of applying for employment
• Follow up with clients after job placement to address areas of concern and ensure continued employment
• Document contacts with clients and employers, reporting on progress as necessary 
• Other related tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• A desire to serve refugees in support of the ministry and mission of World Relief
• Ability to engage employers cheerfully, persuasively and professionally 
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and sensitively with people of diverse cultural and religious backgrounds
• Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple duties
• Ability to adapt to a changing employment climate and shifting refugee populations
• Flexibility, initiative, and a desire to learn
• Ability to work both independently and as a team to accomplish goals
• Experience in sales, marketing, human resources or related field desired
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Experience with refugees and/or non-native English speakers very helpful
• Knowledge of a second language a plusIntermediate computer knowledge, including MS Office
• Current Washington State driver’s license and access to a vehicle required

For more information and to apply, please visit World Relief's jobs portal.

For questions, contact Santa Pradhan at 253-277-1121 x226 or spradhan@wr.org