Primary Purpose:
Responsible for the provision of refugee youth screening, family assessment, academic/career services, cultural/recreational services, educational programs, and case management to help at risk youth and families achieve success in their adjustment in the United States. This also includes advocacy with the school systems, coordination of tutors, mentors, and interpretation / translation services.
Essential Duties:
1.Meet with clients to provide initial program intake and assessment of needs.Conduct and/or under supervision, complete the initial assessments including the client assessments, school Performance Assessments, Individual Development Plan (IDP), Career Development Plan (CDP)and any specific testing tools required to assess for and meet the learning needs of the individual.
2.Provide case management for youth and their families by developing service plans to meet client needs and arrange for ancillary services including:individual and family mental health services, stress and anger management, conflict resolution, academic, career, support services, and cultural/educational activities.
3.Provide and coordinate the provision of English language tutoring, homework assistance, and mentoring opportunities.
4.Develop and deliver culturally appropriate parent programs including discussions of building strong and resilient families, cultural adaptation, conflict resolution, empowerment, educational rights and responsibilities and skill building to families.
5.Serve as a liaison between the school, parents and youth to foster communication and success with development plans and school goals.
6.Ensure that clients are able to access needed community services. This may include developing creative transportation plans and/or transporting clients to and from their appointments.
7.Maintain appropriate records (as per the Agency and Programs Policies and Procedures) of all clients and agency contacts; provide follow up referrals; and complete documentation according to professional standards.
8.Assist with cultural orientation/acculturation to students and families regarding US schools, practices, customs, laws and regulations.
9.Promote the value of adequate interpretation and translation services to students and parents at schools and other service settings to facilitate access and participation.
10.Participate in trainings and education seminars in regarding cultural issues, Refugee populations and experience or other subjects as assigned.
11.Perform all other duties as assigned by the Program Manager/Team Leader.
12.Performs other related duties as requested.
Special Knowledge and Skills:
1.Knowledge of human development, counseling skills, educational skills.
2.Knowledge of community organization and resources.
3.Ability to communicate well.
4.Ability to deal professionally, courteously and efficiently with clients and other employees.
Educational Experience/Requirements:
Bachelors Degree in education, human services or a related field, 2 years of experience working with youth or refugees preferred; OR equivalent education and life experience. Bilingual communication skills are highly desirable. Cross-cultural experience preferred.
Other Skills:
Excellent English writing skills and experience in various computer software. Fluency in English and Haitian Creole. As a requirement of this position, may be required to use personal car and must have a valid Florida driver’s license
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