Job Placement and Training AmeriCorps
Requisition ID:
req41729 Job Title:
Job Placement and Training AmeriCorpsSector:
EmploymentEmployment Category:
Fixed TermEmployment Type:
Full-TimeOpen to Expatriates:
NoLocation:
Richmond, VA USA Job Description Background:
The International Rescue Committee helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future.
Scope of Service:
The Job Placement & Training AmeriCorps will provide training on topics including job readiness, financial and digital literacy, and support other activities to help recently arrived refugees and other immigrants attain economic self-sufficiency through employment.
This position reports to the Employment Specialist.
Responsibilities:
Facilitate Job Readiness Training (JRT) to employable adults, updating curriculum as neededDeliver engaging activity-based workshops to prepare clients entering the U.
S.
workforce, covering topics including, but not limited to, U.
S.
work culture and expectations, work documentation and new hire paperwork, resume writing, and interview preparation.
Coordinate with early employment and financial coaching teams to deliver financial and digital literacy training to clients individually or in group sessionsConduct JRT pre- and post-assessments for program monitoring and evaluation (M&E)Maintain electronic case files and record of client servicesProvide employment and job placement support as needed, including employer outreach for job development and one-on-one client meetingsParticipate in all program meetings and development activities for both AmeriCorps and IRC Economic Empowerment programming Qualifications Previous experience teaching, tutoring, or training, preferably focused on adult education, English as a second language (ESL), or workforce developmentStrong communication skills with fluency in written and spoken English; additional language skills in one of the primary languages of Richmond client-base desiredDemonstrated experience working in a multicultural environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)Must have a valid drivers license and consistent access to reliable transportationMust be a U.
S.
Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) authorized to work in the U.
S.
Must be at least 18 years oldMust commit to one full term of service through August 31, 2024Must be high school graduate, GED recipient, or working toward attaining a high school diploma / GED during their term of serviceMust complete a National Service Criminal History checkPlease note this position is an AmeriCorps role where the living stipend is $28,800.
Upon completion of service, AmeriCorps member will be eligible for an education award of approx.
$7,395.
Proposed activities will be supported, in part, with federal funds from the AmeriCorps State program sub-granted through the Commonwealth of Virginia, Virginia Department of Social Services.
Activities are contingent upon funding availability and award from AmeriCorps.
Recommended Skills Adult Education Assessments Communication Customer Service Diversity Awareness Economy Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
req41729 Job Title:
Job Placement and Training AmeriCorpsSector:
EmploymentEmployment Category:
Fixed TermEmployment Type:
Full-TimeOpen to Expatriates:
NoLocation:
Richmond, VA USA Job Description Background:
The International Rescue Committee helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future.
Scope of Service:
The Job Placement & Training AmeriCorps will provide training on topics including job readiness, financial and digital literacy, and support other activities to help recently arrived refugees and other immigrants attain economic self-sufficiency through employment.
This position reports to the Employment Specialist.
Responsibilities:
Facilitate Job Readiness Training (JRT) to employable adults, updating curriculum as neededDeliver engaging activity-based workshops to prepare clients entering the U.
S.
workforce, covering topics including, but not limited to, U.
S.
work culture and expectations, work documentation and new hire paperwork, resume writing, and interview preparation.
Coordinate with early employment and financial coaching teams to deliver financial and digital literacy training to clients individually or in group sessionsConduct JRT pre- and post-assessments for program monitoring and evaluation (M&E)Maintain electronic case files and record of client servicesProvide employment and job placement support as needed, including employer outreach for job development and one-on-one client meetingsParticipate in all program meetings and development activities for both AmeriCorps and IRC Economic Empowerment programming Qualifications Previous experience teaching, tutoring, or training, preferably focused on adult education, English as a second language (ESL), or workforce developmentStrong communication skills with fluency in written and spoken English; additional language skills in one of the primary languages of Richmond client-base desiredDemonstrated experience working in a multicultural environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)Must have a valid drivers license and consistent access to reliable transportationMust be a U.
S.
Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) authorized to work in the U.
S.
Must be at least 18 years oldMust commit to one full term of service through August 31, 2024Must be high school graduate, GED recipient, or working toward attaining a high school diploma / GED during their term of serviceMust complete a National Service Criminal History checkPlease note this position is an AmeriCorps role where the living stipend is $28,800.
Upon completion of service, AmeriCorps member will be eligible for an education award of approx.
$7,395.
Proposed activities will be supported, in part, with federal funds from the AmeriCorps State program sub-granted through the Commonwealth of Virginia, Virginia Department of Social Services.
Activities are contingent upon funding availability and award from AmeriCorps.
Recommended Skills Adult Education Assessments Communication Customer Service Diversity Awareness Economy Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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