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Career Specialist

Riverview International Center
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Job Title: Career Specialist

Reports To: Workforce Program Manager

Status: Full Time (36-40 hours/week) 

Salary: $20.50/hr

Location: Riverview International Center, 1520 Old Henderson Rd, Columbus, OH 43220

Travel: Some travel required within Columbus

Availability: Flexible schedule including one weeknight per week

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: 

Send your resume and cover letter by email to: info@riverviewinternationalcenter.org. Applications must submit a resume and cover letter that includes a few personal examples describing skills you possess that are listed in the “Responsibilities” section below.
 

We encourage diverse candidates to apply! The Riverview International Center is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

A QUALIFIED CANDIDATE IS

  • Self motivated
  • Compassionate 
  • Detail-oriented 
  • Professional 
  • A collaborative team player 
  • A strong, timely communicator 

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred, but not required. Previous work experience is valued as highly as educational background.
  • Digital literacy (data entry, detailed search, online applications, spreadsheet entries, Word or Google doc proficiency, typing speed at least 35 wpm)
     

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide comprehensive case management to clients that encourages, motivates, and addresses barriers to employment opportunities, while also making linkages with community resources for various needs.
  • Use active listening skills and intentional questioning to help neighbors establish career goals 
  • Maintain weekly contact with job seeker until goal is obtained
  • Create resumes and practice mock interviews
  • Develop and nurture relationships with existing and potential employers
  • Create and facilitate job readiness classes and digital literacy classes to increase skills and employability
  • Maintain client records and employment data in computer database
  • Provide transportation to interviews as needed
  • Maintain follow-up support with employers and employees
  • Assist with workforce grant reporting 
  • Other job duties as assigned

 

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must pass a criminal background check
  • Must have valid driver’s license and personal auto insurance to occasionally transport residents
  • Must have worked in the United States for a minimum of 18 months

     

ABOUT THE RIVERVIEW INTERNATIONAL CENTER (RIC)

The Riverview International Center empowers our New American Neighbors by supporting individuals, strengthening families, and nurturing community. Our values shape everything we do, and we are committed to:

  • Welcome for all
  • Service with integrity and cultural humility 
  • Intentionality and collaboration 
  • Active listening
  • Respect for self and each other 
     

Finding a job is the high priority for New Americans who arrive into the United States. We began offering a formalized employment help program in February 2018, which has seen growth from 6 job visits per month to 100 visits per month. 
 

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

  • 20 paid vacation days annually
  • Generous paid sick leave
  • 11 paid holidays annually
  • $30 per month mobile phone reimbursement
  • Supportive team environment
  • Training opportunities
  • Eligible for health benefits