The International Rescue Committee of Baltimore is a non-profit, non-sectarian refugee resettlement agency dedicated to working together with legally admitted refugees to assist them in rebuilding lives and reuniting families in the greater Baltimore area. A committed staff of professionals and volunteers provide essential resettlement services to refugee families including basic necessities, education, employment, social services and advocacy.

PURPOSE: Employment is an essential element in helping refugees become economically self-sufficient. The Employment Coordinator works closely with Case Managers as part of the Resettlement Services team to support all aspects of clients' employment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist clients with filling out job applications, resume development, job search techniques and assist with conducting pre-employment trainings
• Accompany clients to job interviews, employment orientations and assist with the completion of new hire paperwork
• Take clients for job interviews and employment orientations, and helping with the completion of new hire paperwork
• Teach clients how to use public transportation to get to their new job and home
• Research potential employers as well as initiate and maintain relationships with new employers
• Research job training programs and job possibilities for IRC clients
• Assist Employment Coordinator with organization of client’s files
• Assist with developing employment workshops, i.e. career advancement, Professional Pathways program
• Other duties as determined by the Employment Coordinator and Employment Assistant Intern

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Sociable, outgoing
• Organized with attention to detail
• Able to work independently
• An interest in international and refugee issues
• Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
• Self-starter and self-motivated
• Strong desire to help people and enthusiasm for working in a multi-cultural setting
• Some knowledge of the following languages a plus {but not required}: Burmese, Chin, Karin, Swahili, Farsi, Russian, Turkish

Reports to: Employment Coordinator
Position: Unpaid Internship
Updated: July 12, 2009

To apply, please e-mail a cover letter and your resume.

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