Employment Specialist

The Gist:

Help newly arrived refugees in Phoenix find work and become self-sufficient. You’ll be the bridge between job-seeking clients and employers, managing the full employment journey from assessment through placement.

What You’d Be Doing:

• Assess refugee clients’ skills and develop personalized employment plans with job readiness training
• Build relationships with local employers to identify and match appropriate job opportunities
• Guide clients through job applications, interviews, and hiring processes; assist with unemployment insurance claims
• Monitor job performance post-placement and troubleshoot any workplace issues

What They’re Looking For:

• Experience: At least two years in case management, employment services, job placement, or business, with demonstrated knowledge of the US job search process.
• Standout Qualifications: Knowledge of the Tucson job market and bilingual ability in a local client community language strongly preferred.

Good Fit If:

You’re a self-starter comfortable building relationships with both vulnerable clients and business leaders. You thrive juggling competing priorities, problem-solving on the fly, and seeing measurable impact in people’s lives.

Deadline: August 31, 2026