Employment Counselor

Overview

Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize and reward employees. Consider joining us!

Speaking one or more of the following languages preferred : Dari, Pashto, Ukrainian, Arabic, Kiswahili, Somali.

Responsibilities

As an Employment Counselor, you will assist refugees, and asylees find appropriate employment through the Refugee Employment Services (RES) program. This position will determine program eligibility, provide orientation, conduct client assessments, and prepare the client for employment through pre-employment training and job coaching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in social work, psychology, human services, political science and / or experience working in human services or social work field
• Six-twelve months of experience providing social services to refugees or immigrants preferred
• Be receptive to the nature of social work in the U.S. including the concepts of boundaries, confidentiality, and empowerment
• Knowledge of community resources
• Effective communication skills
• Bilingual and bicultural preferred
• Skills in computer operation
• Sensitivity towards issues that affect a person\'s ability to obtain and retain employment
• Experience working with diverse populations in an employment counseling or rehabilitation setting is preferred
• Must have a valid driver\'s license and access to a car

Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and / or disability. It is the expectation that all LSS / CHS employees will behave in a manner that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.

Behavioral / Capabilities

Motivations

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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