Refugee Social Integration Coordinator

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of others?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Refugee Social Integration Coordinator is a non-exempt position responsible for the day-to-day coordination of the Refugee Integration Services Program to ensure that refugees attain self-sufficiency through service delivery. The Coordinator oversees all direct service aspects of the program, including walk-ins, intakes, data entry, report writing, referrals for services, staff lead and development, as well as community outreach and volunteer recruitment.

• Oversee daily operations of the Refugee Integrated Services (Employment, Tiered Case Management, and Youth/Mentor Services)
• Provide administrative support to the program
• Monitor all client service aspects related to Refugee Integrated Services and ensure that program outcome objectives are being met
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual narrative and data reports for review and submission by Directors
• Support the recruitment, training, and the leading of direct service staff, volunteers and interns
• Develop relationships with social service partners to identify and secure additional resources for clients
• Coordinate all in-kind donations
• Ensure that assessments, screenings, intakes, service plans, and family self-sufficiency plans are completed to reflect the needs and goals of clients
• Ensure that files and client documentation are kept organized and in an orderly, appropriate manner
• Ensure that payments made to or on behalf of clients are accurate and in accordance with Gulf Coast JFCS and funder guidelines
• Assist in the preparation of reports for the Finance and Program departments
• Assist in securing and maintaining mutually beneficial training partnerships with area colleges and universities focused on volunteer training and recruitment
• Prepare and collect documentation and update databases
• Assist with planning and publicity for program events, such as outreach, educational, and engagement activities
• Perform all other duties as assigned

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $24.04 per hour
• 15 PTO days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% match
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal and Identity Theft programs
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, international studies, human development, or related field strongly desired?
• Must demonstrate cross-cultural experience
• Experience working with refugees strongly preferred
• Knowledge of community organizations and resources
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to deal professionally, courteously, and efficiently with clients and other employees
• Computer literate and competent using Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
• Bilingual, preferably in languages most spoken by clients
• Ability to work under stressful client situations
• Ability to work overtime
• Ability to lift and/or carry office supplies, files, household goods, etc. up to 25 lbs
• Office and field work required
• Will be required to use their personal vehicle to transport clients.
• Must have a . valid driver's license with proof of auto insurance coverage.

WHO WE ARE:

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly.

Gulf Coast JFCS offers an opportunity to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor’s and Master’s level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we offer both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to fulfill state requirements at no cost to the employee.

Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers’ compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Background Screening Requirements: It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization’s background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit:

Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.