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Samaritas Case Aide, New American Services in Flint, Michigan
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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.
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This position has a pay rate of $17.00 per hour.
What's In It For You
Some of the benefits you may receive are:
Retirement Plan (403b) – Contributions
Awesome Employee Discounts
UKG Wallet - Pre-Pay Options
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 Spanish or Arabic 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 Number2024-10594
Employee TypeContingent
Hours Per Pay Period47
ShiftMultiple Shifts Available
Work HoursMultiple Shift Work Hours Available
Weekends and/or Holidays RequiredYes
On Call RequiredYes
Position LocationUS-MI-Flint