JOB DESCRIPTION

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world”s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world”s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you”re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Job Overview: The IRCs after school program provides comprehensive support to ensure that newly arrived refugee youth succeed academically and socially. The After School Coordinator will lead the delivery of afterschool programming at a high school in Richmond Public Schools, providing immigrant youth with tools to successfully thrive in their new school and community. They report to the Youth Futures Coordinator and work with colleagues on the Youth Team to coordinate once a week service delivery.

Major Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Program Design and Delivery

• Lead weekly classroom activities for the IRC after school program.
• Implement and adapt curriculum to meet student needs in accordance with IRC’s Framework for Social Emotional Asset Development Toolkit as well as other research based SEL resources in response to student needs in the program.
• Utilize interpretation services, conduct family outreach, and provide systems navigation and support to improve family’s connection to school and student(s) engagement in school.
• Build and maintain good relationships with school personnel and work with school staff to
  conduct targeted student recruitment.

• Collaborate with external partners, serving as a liaison between organizations.
• Maintain regular communication with parents and help facilitate internal and external referrals.
• Coordinate and lead monthly field trips, assist with communication to families.Administrative and General Support
  • Conduct accurate program tracking and case notes to ensure program compliance with its goals
    through required reporting to funders and internal stakeholders. Support student success by encouraging participation in school and extracurricular activities, finding resources as needed and connecting families.

• Complete administrative duties, including but not limited to reporting, timesheets, and expense reports. Comply with all policies, procedures and protocols of the agency, placing importance on client confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.Job Requirements:Education: Bachelor’s degree in education or social work or related field, masters preferred.Work Experience:
  • Minimum of 3-5 years related professional experience such as: teaching, tutoring, youth development or youth case management preferred.
  • In-depth knowledge of local education systems
  • Responsive Classrooms and/or Restorative Justice trained, highly desirable.
  • Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations, highly desirable.

  Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:

  • Demonstrated ability to promote an organizational culture that reflects IRC’s core values of service, accountability, integrity, and equality. Ability to lead in a way that recognizes that IRC’s work is best accomplished through the true collaboration of individuals from many cultures with a great variety of skills and perspectives.
  • Strong relationship building, diplomacy, and networking skills; ability to effectively build internal and external relationships.
  • Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
  • Fluent in English, both spoken and written; proficiency in language(s) spoken by client group is desired.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research, and problem-solving purposes.
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a personal, insured vehicle.

  Working Environment:

  • A combination of on campus delivery and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities.
  • Requires evening work.

  Compensation: (Pay Range: $24 – $25) 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.

  Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

  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 $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 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.

  Standard of Professional Conduct: The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

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  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 $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 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.

  Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.