Opportunity Title: Workforce Development Volunteer
Location:  Hybrid
State Date: Fall - August/Sept 2024
Duration: 4-6 Months; Flexible hours.

***** NOTE: This is an unpaid opportunity. *******

 

ABOUT US: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home.

 

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Employment Volunteer is integral to supporting employment specialists and ensuring the successful implementation of employment services for clients. By collaborating with IRC staff and external organizations, the volunteer will help provide comprehensive services to clients, aligning with the IRC's mission to support self-sufficiency and successful integration into the workforce.

 

RESPONSIBILIES: 

  • Interpretation Services: Provide interpretation services when applicable, to facilitate clear communication between clients and service providers.

 

OPPORTUNITY OUTCOMES:

  • Volunteer will work with a range of clients as well as IRC team members, allowing them to develop professional skills that will translate well for future job opportunities.
  • Volunteer will work in a setting that will allow them great networking opportunities, as they will be integrating amongst different IRC teams and professionals.
  • Volunteer will work gain cultural competency from working with a diverse range of individuals and their different personal backgrounds.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Fluency in spoken and written English
  • Knowledge of Russian,Ukrainian, and/or Farsi
  • Must be culturally sensitive, respectful of diverse backgrounds, and willing to work with English language learners; previous cross-cultural communication experience is a plus.
  • Educational background in social work or equivalent work experience serving low-to-moderate income immigrant populations (including refugees, asylum seekers, etc.) preferred.
  • Flexibility, patience, and willingness to learn/perform reasonable duties as needed.
  • Engaged in learning about the IRC mission, philosophy, global work, and local efforts.
  • Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer workplace policies.

 

Our application process:

  • Attend an informational session.RSVP HERE.
  • Submit your online application here.
  • Interview with our team.
  • A background check was done via HireRight (a donation of $49 to help cover the cost). 
  • Attend an Orientation. 

 

Don't hesitate to contact [email protected] if you have any questions.