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Position:         Community Social Worker
Department:  Behavioral Health
Status:              Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Reports to:    Naturally Occuring Retirement Communities Program Director
Location:        Hampden/Hampshire Counties
Salary Range:    from $22 per hour

Responsibilities:

• Working with Older Adults: Provide personalized support to older adults in the community, addressing their emotional, social, and physical well-being.
• Home Visits and Assessments: Conduct home visits to assess the living conditions and needs of older adults, and develop individualized care plans.
• Liaise with Community Resources: Establish and maintain relationships with community resources, agencies, and organizations to ensure older adults have access to essential services and support.
• Weekly Supervision: Attend regular supervision sessions with a supervisor to discuss cases, seek guidance, and ensure quality service provision.
• Timely Report Filing: Maintain accurate records of client interactions, assessments, and service plans. Submit reports in a timely manner as required by the organization.
• Case Management: Provide comprehensive case management services to assigned clients, including coordinating care, referrals, and advocacy on their behalf.
• Community Needs Assessment: Collaborate with community partners to assess the ongoing needs of the older adult population in the community, identify gaps in services, and develop strategies to address them.
• Ongoing Supportive Visits: Conduct ongoing visits to older adults to monitor progress, offer emotional support, and adjust care plans as needed.

Performance Criteria

• Attention to time and detail, personal reliability
• Independence of function and judgment
• Timeliness and accuracy of management information
• Reliability and accuracy of communications, written and verbal
• Ability to relate to other staff, clients, managers, board, and the larger community in a manner that enhances the agency’s performance and image
• Technical competence in office operating systems

Qualifications

• An interest in working with older adults and a genuine passion for enhancing their quality of life.
• Experience working in the Jewish community and a familiarity with Jewish customs and traditions is a desired feature.
• A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, gerontology, or a related field. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport with older adults and their families.
• Knowledge of community resources and social service systems to effectively connect clients with appropriate support.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases efficiently.
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work with a diverse population.
• Compassion, empathy, and a commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards in social work practice.

We offer a competitive compensation package. JFS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Please email your cover letter and resume to: Mary T. Petrone, Human Resources Manager, m.petrone@jfswm.org.

Position:          In Home Therapy (IHT) Therapeutic Training and Support Specialist (TT&S)
Program:        Behavioral Health
Status:             Full-time, Non-Exempt
Reports to:     Director of Behaviorah Health Services
Location:         Springfield, MA
Salary Range:    $19 per hour

Responsibilities:

Work in collaboration with a Master’s Level clinician to provide intensive strength-based family therapy and behavioral intervention and assist the Master’s level clinician in meeting the Performance Specifications for In Home Therapy in bold type below:

• Complete a comprehensive home-based, behavioral health assessment inclusive of the age-appropriate version of the Massachusetts CANS that occurs in the youth’s home or another location of the family’s (TT&S will assist with information gathering, cultural consultation, and language support. Master’s Level Clinician will complete.)
• Development of a youth- and family-centered treatment plan in collaboration with the youth, parent(s)/guardian(s)/caregiver(s), and with required consent, in consultation with other providers. (TT&S will assist with information gathering, cultural consultation and language support. Master’s Level Clinician will complete.)
• Review and modification of the treatment plan as (Master’s Level Clinician will complete in consultation and collaboration with TT&5).
• Review/update or development of a Safety Plan and/or other Crisis Planning Tools (Safety Plan, Advance Communication to Treatment Providers, Supplements to Advance Communication and Safety Plan, Companion Guide for Providers on the Crisis Planning Tools for Families) in collaboration with the youth and parent/guardian/caregiver. (Master’s Level Clinician will complete in consultation with TT&5).
• Intensive Family Therapy that may include working with the entire family, or a subset of the family, to implement focused, structural, strategic, or behavioral techniques, or evidence-based interventions to enhance problem-solving, limit-setting, risk management/safety planning, communication, skill-building to strengthen the family, and to advance therapeutic goals or improve ineffective patterns of (collaborate with Master’s Level Clinician to identify specific activities to carry out treatment plan).
• Identification of community resources and development of natural supports for youth and parent(s)/caregiver(s) to support and sustain achievement of the youth’s treatment plan goals and objectives.
• Phone and face-to-face coordination with collateral providers, state agencies, ESP/Mobile Crisis Intervention, and other individuals or entities that may impact the youth’s treatment plan, subject to required consent.
• Referral and linkage to appropriate services along the continuum of care.
• Coaching in support of decision-making in both crisis and non-crisis situations.
• Skills training for youth and parent(s)/caregiver(s)
• Monitoring progress on attainment of treatment plan goals and objectives. 
• Compile and maintain timely, up-to-date, and accurate client records and progress notes according to JFS policies and
• Meet agency productivity
• Complete and submit all weekly billing documents, following agency protocols, in a timely manner.
• Attend weekly Individual or group supervision sessions with In Home Therapy clinical supervisors.
• Understand and practice agency mission, values, and policies.
• Be available for client emergencies (including after hours and on weekends).
• Maintain good relations within the community and other agencies.
• Cooperate and collaborate with other social service agencies that may work with clients and families.
• Perform all responsibilities within the framework of JFS’s mission and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform translation and interpretation services for clients as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree with related experience in human services, education, social work or health care.
• Experience providing services to refugee and/or immigrant populations.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to work in an ethnically diverse work.
• Capacity to deal with unpredictable situations and concerns.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Must function well as part of a team.
• Valid Massachusetts’s driver’s license.
• Bilingual, Haitian Creole.

We offer a competitive compensation package. JFS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Please email your cover letter and resume to: Mary T. Petrone, Human Resources Manager, m.petrone@jfswm.org.

Position Title: Master’s Level In Home Therapy Clinician|
Department:   Behavioral Health
Status:             Fulltime employment-based
Reports to:      Director of Behavioral Health  Services
Location:         Springfield
Salary Range:    $47,000-$50,000

Responsibilities:

• Working as a team with a TT&S, provide intensive strength-based family treatment in the home.
• Ability to successfully engage and clinically work with a broad range of clients with varied challenges.
• Follow the performance standards for In-Home Therapy Services indicated in bold type below:
• Complete a comprehensive home-based, behavioral health assessment inclusive of the age appropriate version of the Massachusetts CANS that occurs in the youth’s home or another location of the family’s choice.
• Development of a youth- and family-centered treatment plan in collaboration with the youth, parent(s)/guardian(s)/caregiver(s), and with required consent, in consultation with other providers.
• Review and modification of the treatment plan as necessary.
• Review/update or development of a Safety Plan and/or other Crisis Planning Tools (Safety Plan, Advance Communication to Treatment Providers, Supplements to Advance Communication and Safety Plan, Companion Guide for Providers on the Crisis Planning Tools for Families) in collaboration with the youth and parent/guardian/caregiver.
• Intensive Family Therapy that may include working with the entire family, or a subset of the family, to implement focused, structural, strategic, or behavioral techniques, or evidence-based interventions to enhance problem-solving, limit-setting, risk management/safety planning, communication, skill-building to strengthen the family, and to advance therapeutic goals or improve ineffective patterns of interaction.
• Identification of community resources and development of natural supports for youth and parent(s)/caregiver(s) to support and sustain achievement of the youth’s treatment plan goals and objectives.
• Phone and face-to-face coordination with collateral providers, state agencies, ESP/Mobile Crisis Intervention, and other individuals or entities that may impact the youth’s treatment plan, subject to required consent.
• Referral and linkage to appropriate services along the continuum of care.
• Coaching in support of decision-making in both crisis and non-crisis situations
• Skills training for youth and parent(s)/caregiver(s)
• Monitoring progress on attainment of treatment plan goals and objectives.
• Overseeing TT&S in implementation of the treatment plan and working collaboratively to achieve goals. *
• Make full use of collateral resources and inter-agency or referral records in solving problems.
• Work with wrap around model and Systems of Care.
• Meet clinical productivity expectations.
• Compile and maintain timely and accurate client records according to JFS policies and procedures.
• Complete all billing documents following protocols and in a timely manner.
• Be available for client emergencies and respond to after-hours calls.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the following areas: The needs of, and the identification of, abused and neglected children and adults; child development, life cycle issues, trauma, individual and family functioning; working with hard to reach or challenging individuals and families; collaborating with other disciplines and services, intensive family therapy and behavioral intervention techniques.
• Stay informed about trends within the agency, community, and profession that impact clients and the program; provide programmatic recommendations.
• Participate in agency meetings.
• Practice and promote cultural competence.
• Perform all responsibilities and duties within the framework of the Agency mission, policy and professional ethics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Performance Criteria:

• Achieve established best practice standards.
• Accomplishment of goals as set in the individualized treatment plans.
• Participate in constructive and productive relationships with co-workers, clients and community contacts.
• Respond to continuous quality improvement.

Qualifications:

• Master’s in Social Work.
• Experience working with children and adolescents.
• Experience working with a range of clinical issues impacting people at various life cycle stages.
• A high degree of clinical judgment, creativity and initiative.
• Excellent communication skills.
• MA driver’s license and daily access to a registered vehicle.
• Demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities.
• Respect and appreciation of diverse cultures.
• Language preferred Haitian Creole.

We offer a competitive compensation package. JFS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Please email your cover letter and resume to: Mary T. Petrone, Human Resources Manager, m.petrone@jfswm.org.

Position:         Reception and Placement Case Manager – Spanish
Department:  New American Program
Status:              Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Reports to:    Resettlement Coordinator
Location:        Springfield

Responsibilities:

• Perform functions of initial intake and resettlement through the Massachusetts Refugee Resettlement Program and the Reception and Placement (R&P) Program. Conduct R&P core services in a timely, professional manner in compliance with US State Department regulations.
• Conduct enrollment and referral to key core services in Springfield, such as providing orientation, enrollment in health insurance, SNAP, TAFDC and child care services. Assisting client to enroll in all eligible services and teach skills for self-sufficiency.
• Manage new client appointments, including those for DTA and Caring Health Center.
• Complete case noting and data entry in CaseWorthy.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal contracts regarding case file documentation, financial reporting, and tracking of services and gifts
• Assist clients to access medical and mental health care, including providing orientations to healthcare in the US and assisting clients to access pharmacies and specialists.
• Assist with referrals to agency programs, such as specialized youth and case management support.
• Provide case management, advocacy, and interventions on behalf of JFS clients.
• Able to interpret and translate for clients as needed and appropriate to enroll in services and provide information.
• Perform all responsibilities and duties within the framework of agency mission, policy and professional ethics.
• Other duties as may be assigned by the Program Director or designee.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred.
• Experience working with non-native-English speakers from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently, to plan and organize work, and follow tasks through to completion.
• Ability to communicate and engage with a diverse caseload and a multicultural team.
• At least 3 years’ experience working within refugee or immigrant communities.
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license. Driving history check will be performed for selected candidate. Ability to drive clients using personal and agency vehicle

We offer a competitive compensation package. JFS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Please email your cover letter and resume to: Mary T. Petrone, Human Resources Manager, m.petrone@jfswm.org.

Position:         Refugee Case Management Specialist 
Department:  Post-Resettlement Program
Status:              Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Reports to:    Director, Post- Resettlement Services
Location:        Springfield

Responsibilities:

1. Assessment and intake

• Conduct assessment of client needs and eligibility for program services following program referral or closure in the Reception and Placement Program
• Prepare individualized service plan with enrolled clients with specific and attainable goals
• Communicate service plan and action steps to supervisor and obtain approval
• Review service plan with clients to encourage proactive engagement in services
• With client permission, coordinate with other internal and external providers on the creation of service plan and client goals
• Refugee Case Management Services
• Implement service plan, including enrollment in fuel assistance, maintaining and learning to be independent in navigation of Department of Transitional Assistance, finding a job in partnership with JFS Employment Services and other goals related to client self-sufficiency
• Assist clients with accessing other necessary services including those related to food security, housing, education, and government benefits and assist with interpretation as applicable
• Track client referrals internally and to other agencies to ensure services are accessed
• Maintain online records of services provided and regularly assess the case against identified benchmarks
• Assess client for unmet goals and potential eligibility for internal and external programs and document referral in online records at time of closure of client’s case in the Refugee Case Management Program.
• Perform all responsibilities within the framework of JFS’s mission and policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

2. Community Support Program (CSP) Services

• Assess client for eligibility for enrollment in CSP at time client is assigned
• Provide client with an orientation about continuation of services under CSP and enrollment in behavioral health services
• Create a clinical outline and service plan for the client
• In coordination with supervisor, provide treatment interventions that may include family life education, behavioral consultation, and community outreach.
• Track enrollment and referrals to internal and external providers to help client reach goals stated in service plan.
• Assist clients with accessing medical and behavioral health resources by accompanying clients to appointments, and teaching them to advocate for interpretation
• Assist clients with accessing other necessary services including those related to food security, housing, education, and government benefits and assist with interpretation as applicable
• Compile and maintain timely, up-to-date and accurate client records and progress notes in compliance with MBHP and DPH regulations
• Respond to client emergencies and liaise with community partners and community members to stabilize clients in crisis
• Perform all responsibilities within the framework of JFS’s mission and policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience working with refugee populations is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of local resources, services, and agencies in Western Massachusetts, specifically those serving refugee populations, is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting and establish positive working relationships with stakeholders and service providers.
• Empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to providing client-centered services.
• Proficiency in using computer systems, databases, and software for data management and reporting. Training is available for qualified employees on relevant databases and systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in Haitian Creole required.
• Candidates must have a valid driver’s license. Offer contingent on satisfactory driving history check.

We offer a competitive compensation package. JFS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Please email your cover letter and resume to: Mary T. Petrone, Human Resources Manager, m.petrone@jfswm.org.

Position:         Refugee Case Management Specialist – Spanish
Department:  Post-Resettlement Program
Status:              Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Reports to:    Director, Post- Resettlement Services
Location:        Springfield

Responsibilities:

1. Assessment and intake

• Conduct assessment of client needs and eligibility for program services following program referral or closure in the Reception and Placement Program
• Prepare individualized service plan with enrolled clients with specific and attainable goals
• Communicate service plan and action steps to supervisor and obtain approval
• Review service plan with clients to encourage proactive engagement in services
• With client permission, coordinate with other internal and external providers on the creation of service plan and client goals
• Refugee Case Management Services
• Implement service plan, including enrollment in fuel assistance, maintaining and learning to be independent in navigation of Department of Transitional Assistance, finding a job in partnership with JFS Employment Services and other goals related to client self-sufficiency
• Assist clients with accessing other necessary services including those related to food security, housing, education, and government benefits and assist with interpretation as applicable
• Track client referrals internally and to other agencies to ensure services are accessed
• Maintain online records of services provided and regularly assess the case against identified benchmarks
• Assess client for unmet goals and potential eligibility for internal and external programs and document referral in online records at time of closure of client’s case in the Refugee Case Management Program.
• Perform all responsibilities within the framework of JFS’s mission and policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

2. Community Support Program (CSP) Services

• Assess client for eligibility for enrollment in CSP at time client is assigned
• Provide client with an orientation about continuation of services under CSP and enrollment in behavioral health services
• Create a clinical outline and service plan for the client
• In coordination with supervisor, provide treatment interventions that may include family life education, behavioral consultation, and community outreach.
• Track enrollment and referrals to internal and external providers to help client reach goals stated in service plan.
• Assist clients with accessing medical and behavioral health resources by accompanying clients to appointments, and teaching them to advocate for interpretation
• Assist clients with accessing other necessary services including those related to food security, housing, education, and government benefits and assist with interpretation as applicable
• Compile and maintain timely, up-to-date and accurate client records and progress notes in compliance with MBHP and DPH regulations
• Respond to client emergencies and liaise with community partners and community members to stabilize clients in crisis
• Perform all responsibilities within the framework of JFS’s mission and policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience working with refugee populations is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of local resources, services, and agencies in Western Massachusetts, specifically those serving refugee populations, is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting and establish positive working relationships with stakeholders and service providers.
• Empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to providing client-centered services.
• Proficiency in using computer systems, databases, and software for data management and reporting. Training is available for qualified employees on relevant databases and systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in Spanish required.
• Candidates must have a valid driver’s license. Offer contingent on satisfactory driving history check.

We offer a competitive compensation package. JFS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Please email your cover letter and resume to: Mary T. Petrone, Human Resources Manager, m.petrone@jfswm.org.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and/or adapt refugee and volunteer training and teaching tools, case management tools, resources and educational materials for use by staff, volunteers, and clients.
• Develop learning plans with refugee clients in conjunction with the Adult Learning Coordinator and Employment Coordinator.
• Train refugees on digital literacy skills and onboard clients onto technology platforms including Zoom, Burlington English, and others.
• Assist with research and outreach to develop partnerships with educational and literacy organizations.
• Lead English classes and/or pre-employment orientations with refugee clients in Springfield with direction from the Adult Learning Coordinator.
• Assist Employment Coordinator, including preparing clients for interviews through one-on-one coaching and Job Readiness Training, accompanying clients to job interviews and assisting with the completion of new hire paperwork
• Track data related to employment, online education programs, and volunteer trainers as needed or assigned.
• Assist with organizing in-kind donations for resettled refugees as needed
• Other duties as assigned by the Youth and Adult Learning Coordinator

Learning Objectives:

• Improve ESL, digital literacy teaching and coaching skills
• Curricula design, development and assessment skills
• Ability to access and direct refugees to enroll and succeed in training and education programs in Western Massachusetts
• Improved facilitation groups with English language learners
• Ability to stay organized in a fast-faced work environment, and remain flexible and patient
• Respectfully express and engage ideas and values in a multicultural, multilingual environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with adult learners strongly preferred, related studies preferred
• Organized with great attention to detail and great flexibility
• Able to work independently and effectively as a team member in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable and responsible for attending all appointments and meetings scheduled
• A car/driver’s license and willingness to transport clients to/from appointments/events (if candidate does not have a car, then willingness to travel on the bus to appointments and clients homes)
• Experience or openness to working with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds
• Strong computer skills: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Experience with graphic design preferred.
• Responsible, able to work independently and professionally
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Students pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree are welcome to apply. Clinical supervision will not be available for this position.

Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to:
Olga Bauman
Community Outreach Coordinator
Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts
15 Lenox St   Springfield, MA 01108
p. (413) 737-2601 f. (413) 737-0323
o.bauman@jfswm.org

Responsibilities:

• Assist staff with case management including:
  • advocating for health and social services
  • helping to coordinate referrals to a wide variety of social services
  • transporting clients to/from appointments, accompanying clients to medical and other appointments to ensure interpretation and follow-up
• Help develop curriculum for educational or support groups based on clients’ needs
• Teach health orientation classes to newcomer clients
• Lead health tours of local health facilitates, when planned by Health Coordinator
• Manage client records and document client interactions through case notes in online database
• Assist case managers and clients with crisis management services, as needed

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize common hygiene and health challenges faced by refugee populations
• Develop strong advocacy and people skills
• Identify best practices associated with case management and how to effectively conduct client meetings
• Identify and access community resources and services, particularly those that serve refugees
• Understand the New American Program, as well as what role resettlement agencies like JFS play in receiving and integrating refugees
• Respectfully express and engage ideas and values in a multicultural, multilingual environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in refugee medical and healthcare issues
• Undergraduate or graduate students interested in medical, health, social work, or psychology fields are encouraged to apply
• Previous related internships or work experience preferred
• Ability to work respectfully in a multicultural environment
• Patience speaking with non-native English speakers/non-English speakers
• Experience advocating on behalf of others
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Professionalism, discretion, and maturity in dealing with confidential information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Organized with great attention to detail and great flexibility
• Able to work independently and effectively as a team member in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable and responsible for attending all appointments and meetings scheduled
• A car/driver’s license and willingness to transport clients to/from appointments/events (if candidate does not have a car, then willingness to travel on the bus frequently to appointments and clients homes in Springfield)
• Students pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree are welcome to apply. Clinical supervision will not be available for this position.

Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to:
Olga Bauman
Community Outreach Coordinator
Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts
15 Lenox St   Springfield, MA 01108
p. (413) 737-2601 f. (413) 737-0323
o.bauman@jfswm.org

Responsibilities:

• Assist Resettlement Coordinator to prepare for, supply, arrange housing, and support refugees resettled in Springfield through the Reception and Placement Program
• Welcome newly arrived refugees and assist to ensure they have their basic needs upon arrival to Western Massachusetts
• Assist in teaching and practicing English with newly arrived refugees to navigate their new community
• Accompany refugees to the grocery store, to the bank, to the library, and to other community locations to help orient them to their new cities or towns
• Develop and/or adapt case management tools, resources and educational materials for use by staff, volunteers, and clients.
• Assist with provision of medical care coordination services for medically vulnerable clients (i.e. health insurance applications, accompaniment to medical appointments)
• Lead bus orientations and bank orientations with refugee clients in Springfield
• Assist refugee parents with the school system, including school registration for refugee children
• Assist with documentation, data entry, and helping supervise refugee children as necessary during meetings where it would not be appropriate for children to attend
• Assist with organizing in-kind donations for resettled refugees and setting up apartments for new arrivals
• Other duties as assigned by the Resettlement Coordinator

Learning Objectives:

• Respectfully express and engage ideas and values in a multicultural, multilingual environment
• Ability to multitask and prioritize needs for incoming refugee families.
• Develop strong advocacy and people skills
• Identify best practices associated with case management and how to effectively conduct client meetings
• Deep understanding of the refugee resettlement program, including challenges that newcomers face and overcome to access services and thrive
• Fluency in navigating essential services for refugees, including welfare systems, education systems, and social services in Western Massachusetts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Organized with great attention to detail and great flexibility
• Able to work independently and effectively as a team member in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable and responsible for attending all appointments and meetings scheduled
• A car/driver’s license and willingness to transport clients to/from appointments/events (if candidate does not have a car, then willingness to travel on the bus to appointments and clients homes)
• Experience or openness to working with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds
• Strong computer skills: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Responsible, able to work independently and professionally
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to:
Olga Bauman
Community Outreach Coordinator
Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts
15 Lenox St   Springfield, MA 01108
p. (413) 737-2601 f. (413) 737-0323
o.bauman@jfswm.org

Responsibilities:

• Develop resources and materials for resettlement staff at the direction of the New American Program Director
• Assist in quality assurance of documentation, including case notes, files, and focus group with refugees
• Assist in screening, inputting and vetting JFS volunteers and preparing volunteers for their roles
• Assist in grant reporting and applying for grants to support services for New Americans at the direction of the New American Program Director
• Develop and/or adapt case management tools, resources and educational materials for use by staff, volunteers, and clients.
• Assist with research and outreach to develop partnerships with health providers and community organizations
• Assist with documentation, data entry, and data analysis to improve program services and promote program activities
• Assist with outreach to local organizations to collect and organize in-kind donations for resettled refugees
• Other duties as assigned by the New American Program Director

Learning Objectives:

• Develop skills to lead teams within nonprofit agencies
• Develop the ability to aggregate and organize information from various sources to be useful for a multicultural and multilingual audience
• Develop ability to monitor the work of a team with complex responsibilities, and give constructive feedback to make services or reporting more efficient and the program more in compliance
• Develop the ability to organize, export, and analyze real work data in Excel and other platforms
• Develop the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment
• Respectfully express and engage ideas and values in a multicultural, multilingual environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Organized with great attention to detail and great flexibility
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable and responsible for attending all appointments and meetings scheduled
• A car/driver’s license and willingness to transport clients when needed (if candidate does not have a car, then willingness to travel on the bus to appointments and clients homes)
• Experience or openness to working with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds
• Strong computer skills: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Experience with graphic design preferred.
• Responsible, able to work independently and professionally
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Students pursuing a Master’s degree in public policy, nonprofit management, or international nonprofit management encouraged to apply. Internship is open to students pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. Clinical supervision will not be available for this position.

Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to:
Olga Bauman
Community Outreach Coordinator
Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts
15 Lenox St   Springfield, MA 01108
p. (413) 737-2601 f. (413) 737-0323
o.bauman@jfswm.org

Responsibilities:

• Recruit and screen participants for youth mentoring program in collaboration with case workers. Conduct outreach to families and community leaders.
• Gather and organize volunteer training and mentoring resources on Google Classroom
• Collaborate with colleagues to coordinate workshops for participants – plan, organize, lead/connect with leaders, assess workshop successes and challenges, suggest plans for next year
• Create a curriculum for refugee youth mentoring program
• Compile assessment data; identify themes and develop content for future program years
• Develop a database of helpful program contacts
• Create a portfolio of resources for refugee youth who are finished high school and are developing future plans
• Assist staff to support refugee youth in school, including communicating with guidance counselors, assisting youth with digital literacy, and conducting outreach for tutors to support refugee learners
• Monitor volunteer reports submitted about work with refugee youth, follow-up on any needed issues or questions identified in the reporting
• Other duties as assigned by the Refugee Youth Mentoring Specialist

Learning Objectives:

• Respectfully express and engage ideas and values in a multicultural, multilingual environment
• Ability to multitask and prioritize needs for program and volunteer management
• Develop strong training, negotiating, and people skills
• Identify best practices associated with program management and how to effectively conduct meetings and trainings
• Deep understanding of opportunities and challenges that newcomer youth face and how to develop effective tools to help them navigate US systems and personal decision making
• Fluency in navigating educational and career support services for/with refugees and their mentors and volunteers

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with youth or English language learner populations preferred
• Organized with great attention to detail and great flexibility
• Able to work independently and effectively as a team member in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable and responsible for attending all appointments and meetings scheduled
• A car/driver’s license and willingness to transport clients to/from appointments/events (if candidate does not have a car, then willingness to travel on the bus to appointments and clients homes)
• Experience or openness to working with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds
• Strong computer skills: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Responsible, able to work independently and professionally
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to:
Olga Bauman
Community Outreach Coordinator
Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts
15 Lenox St   Springfield, MA 01108
p. (413) 737-2601 f. (413) 737-0323
o.bauman@jfswm.org