Requisition ID: req36782
Job Title: Caseworker, Asylum Seeker Programming
Sector: Social Work
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: USD 26.50 – 27.50 Hourly
Location: New York, NY RAI USA
Job Description
Job Overview: The IRC in NY is seeking a candidate to join an exciting and groundbreaking program for asylum seekers in the New York City area through a pilot program funded by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with oversight by the DHS Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties (CRCL). This new initiative – the Case Management Pilot Program (CMPP) – will provide case management and associated services and meaningful links to legal assistance to non-detained non-US citizens in immigration removal proceedings and could have national implications for the treatment of asylum seekers and others facing removal in the US.
The Caseworker will perform key intake assessment, screening, referral, and holistic case management support to IRC in NY clients and will provide trauma-informed services to asylum seekers. The Caseworker works closely with clients, colleagues, and external parties to develop service plans to meet individual client needs and preferences utilizing a broad range of financial, medical, social, vocational, and other services and resources in accordance with client eligibility and program requirements. They also address emotional, psychological, and economic concerns, and assist with ensuring clients receive screenings, enrollment, orientations, and support navigating systems within New York City. The caseworker will be expected to provide strengths-based, client-centered case management to single-headed asylum seeking households; survivors of domestic violence and gender-based violence; older asylum seekers; youth and young adults without parents or permanent guardians; populations experiencing mental health or psychological difficulties; asylum seekers with physical disabilities or medical conditions; and asylum seekers who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer (LGBTQ).
Major Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Job Requirements:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in social work, public health, or related field of study preferred.
Work Experience:
Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:
Working Environment:
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires new hires to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for any in-office or hybrid positions. All IRC US offices require full vaccination to attend any in-office functions (e.g., meetings, trainings).
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.
Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
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