Employment Navigator - Resettlement

Lutheran Services in Iowa • Des Moines, IA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) seeks an Employment Navigator to support employment services for Afghan evacuees and other refugee populations through our Refugee and Immigrant Services programs in Des Moines. The Employment Navigator assists newly arrived refugees and other qualified immigrants to attain self-sufficiency through employment by guiding them through employment preparation, coordinating job placements, and other career advancement services.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in health or human service related field or one to two years relevant professional experience in workforce development/employment services field
• A valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record
• Ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check.

Nice To Haves

• Multilingual candidates, and especially those who speak Dari and/or Pashto are encouraged to apply!
• Linguistic appropriate skills to meet the needs of the clients are desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake, assessment and provide program orientation to clients eligible for employment services.
• Develop comprehensive employment plans and budget strategies for each employable adult.
• Provide job readiness and job search coaching and connect clients with job opportunities.
• Develop plans to overcome barriers to obtaining and maintaining employment throughout the service period.
• Maintains written documentation of services and ensures employment services are delivered within the required timeframes and in accordance or organizational and contractual policies.
• Must maintain refugee information systems, track assessments and progress.
• Will facilitate workshops and work readiness courses, schedule workshops and track attendance.
• The Employment Specialist will maintain and build relationships with community partners, educational organizations and employers.

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• A 401(k) with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• A flexible work schedule
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, and vision insurance
• Career-building opportunities
• Special Team LSI perks like gym discounts, pet insurance, and cell phone discounts through Verizon
• Many LSI employees also qualify for student loan forgiveness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level