Description
AmeriCorps members providing employment services will help immigrants and refugees learn how to apply for and retain jobs. This includes helping them understand the US workplace culture and etiquette, developing resumes, practicing mock interviews, and other responsibilities contributing to successful job attainment. Additionally, members will provide integration support services to families as they transition into life in Greensboro, North Carolina.
AmeriCorps members providing employment services will help immigrants and refugees learn how to apply for and retain jobs. This includes helping them understand the US workplace culture and etiquette, developing resumes, practicing mock interviews, and other responsibilities contributing to successful job attainment. Additionally, members will provide integration support services to families as they transition into life in Greensboro, North Carolina.
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Living Allowance
$1041
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$2083 monthly
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Student loan forbearance, Training
Additional Benefits
This position directly supports members seeking experience working with immigrants and refugees.
All AmeriCorps members will receive training specific to their service responsibilities and other professional development opportunities. Training topics include Introduction to Immigrants & Refugees, Community Resources, and Employment Coaching and Placement, to name a few.
Bilingual AmeriCorps members will receive Foundations of Professional Interpreter training and, upon completion, will receive a 16-hour training completion certificate. Typically, this training costs $250 to attend. It's FREE to AmeriCorps members in the ACCSES Project as part of their professional development training.
Education Requirements
GED
Desired Certifications or Qualifications
- Experience working with immigrants/refugees preferred
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Familiar with Microsoft Office
- Detailed-oriented
- Organized
- Comfortable with public speaking
- Possessed some knowledge about job attainment processes in the US
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Desired Languages
English, Arabic, French, Spanish
Other Conditions
Car recommended
Subject to criminal background check