Requisition ID: req42670
Job Title: Summer Youth Program Outreach and Administrative Support
Sector: Youth Services
Employment Category: Fixed Term
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: USD 23.00 - 26.00 Hourly
Location: Seattle, WA USA
Job Description
IRC Background: The mission of the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is to help people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933, the IRC has a presence in over 40 countries and 27 offices in the United States; the IRC leads the way from harm to home. IRC opened an office in Seattle in 1976 and provides a continuum of services including intensive case management, employment and economic empowerment services, immigration assistance, health and wellness programming, and education support to refugee and immigrant families in Washington State. IRC Seattle is committed to providing trauma-informed, equitable, and accessible services and maintaining and evolving a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace.
Job Overview: The vision of the IRC Washington’s Youth and Education Department is that youth from refugee and immigrant backgrounds will have the skills and resources necessary to pursue a future of opportunity. The Youth and Education Department works towards this vision by providing educational and enrichment opportunities to help school-aged youth from refugee and immigrant backgrounds catch up on missed education, adjust to their new school, accelerate English language development, and build positive relationships in the school and community. This position will support the Summer Youth Futures Program for newcomer high school students across South King County.
This program opportunity supports newcomer youth as they develop the skills, resources, and knowledge to pursue their future goals and dreams and to counter language acquisition loss and learning loss over the summer months.
IRC Youth Futures Summer Program: Youth participants will engage in a 6-week hybrid program, with virtual sessions as well as a one week intensive program with their assigned group. The in-person program sessions include opportunities to build peer connections, practice English, develop Social Emotional Assets, activities to explore postsecondary opportunities in the US, and the opportunity to join a field trip into Seattle! As the Summer Youth Program Support staff for this program, you will play a vital role in ensuring that eligible participants have access to this stipended program opportunity, feel welcomed and supported during the summer, feel confident to begin their next school year, and you will be supporting IRC staff in implementing a successful program.
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until June 28,2023.
Major Responsibilities:
Outreach and Registrations to Families
Administrative Support
Program Implementation
Other
Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: Sr. Youth Program Coordinator
Indirect Reporting: Education and Learning Program Manager
Other Internal and/or external contacts:
Internal: Youth Program Team, AmeriCorps Members, other IRC Seattle staff
External: EL Teachers at partner school districts
Qualifications:
Working Environment:
Timeframe: This is a limited term contract with an end date of September 15,2023 with some room for discussion if ending September 1st is needed (for potential applicants working with schools).
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.
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 candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for this position.
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.
The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistanc...
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