Position Details
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, community services ?
We have a newly-vacant, temporary opportunity at our Dearborn location . Welcome to Samaritas Nation!
Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.
APPLY TODAY! #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve!
This is a TEMPORARY ROLE that pays $17 per hour.
As a full time Samaritas employee, some of the benefits you will receive are:
Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee)
Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)
Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133%
Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals
Plus many more benefits
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What's In It For You
Some of the benefits you may receive are:
Full Time/Part Time
Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee)
Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)
Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133%
Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals
Awesome Employee Discounts
Plus, many more benefits
Contingent
Retirement Plan (403b) - Contributions
Awesome Employee Discounts
Job Summary
Under the direction of a Case Manager provides resettlement support services to qualifying refugee clients in accordance with contract, organization and accreditation standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinate with Case Manager on all pre-arrival case activities, including housing arrangements and communications with US Ties and co-sponsors.
Complete home safety inspections as required. Furnish homes with furniture and required supply items.
Conduct initial airport reception and home safety orientation for arriving refugees.
Complete applications for Social Security card, public benefits and other applicable registrations within the required time periods.
Document all visits, case activity and all efforts to meet refugee needs as outlined by Operational Guidance.
Provide transportation for all New American services as required or needed, in compliance with applicable child safety laws.
Job Qualifications
Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, community services preferred.
Experience
One year experience in refugee related casework and community services preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural context. Ability and willingness to work with refugees and other New Americans.
Ability to speak, read and write fluent English. Fluent in the native language of refugee/New American clients preferred with the ability to translate in both written and verbal forms.
Ability to demonstrate compassion and patience towards persons served. Basic understanding of refugee services.
Ability to work constructively with staff and clients. Ability and willingness to work as part of a team in achieving common goals.
Ability to identify needs and problems, and communicate them to case managers for follow up.
Basic knowledge of or ability to learn to utilize various computer programs including Excel spreadsheet and graphic programs.
Additional Work Requirements
Valid driver's license with good driving record; reliable ongoing personal transportation suitable for safely transporting clients; current automobile registration and proof of automobile insurance.
Physical and Mental Requirements
Ability to lift/carry small children, and restrain older children up to 100 pounds.
Near visual acuity; hand-eye coordination; hand and finger dexterity.
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Requisition Number2023-9707
Employee TypeTemporary
Hours Per Pay Period80
ShiftDay
Work Hours8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Weekends and/or Holidays RequiredNo
On Call RequiredNo
Position LocationUS-MI-Dearborn
