Community Relations – Social Development Commission
Our Mission: Empowering Milwaukee County residents with the resources to move beyond poverty For over forty-five years, the Social Development Commission (SDC) has served as a planner, coordinator, and implementer of human service programs for low-income individuals and families in Milwaukee County. We currently have the following job openings:
Assessment Specialist
The Assessment Specialist is responsible for facilitating assessments, career counseling and assisting in identifying client barriers. Job duties include interpreting vocational and personality assessments, preparing reports with client recommendations and entering appropriate information in the CARES system.This position requires a Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Vocational Counseling/Assessments, Psychology, Sociology or related field. Two years experience in administering assessments. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to develop and maintain relationships in a multicultural environment.
Refugee Assessment and Placement Specialist – Bilingual
Please refer to the job duties, education and experience as described in the Assessment Specialist. This position also requires excellent bi-lingual communication skills in one or more of the following languages (Spanish, Hmong, Vietnamese, Burmese, Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian, Russian, Somali, etc). Ability to provide excellent translation services, present information, respond to questions from clients and sound interviewing techniques.
Refugee Supervisor – Bilingual
The Refugee Supervisor oversees the eligibility and assessment operation for the diverse refugee population in Milwaukee County, ensuring all performance objectives are met, staff is trained and results are achieved. Assists in the development and implementation of operating procedures for the Eligibility and Assessment (EAA) Refugee Services Unit, which will include transitional refugee services, coordination with refugee resettlement agencies, ESL programs, employment and/or work experience opportunities as part of employment strategies.Work with staff to identify barriers to participation and help them overcome them through guidance counseling and access to services. Previous experience supervising staff. Excellent bi-lingual communication skills in one or more of the following languages (Spanish, Hmong, Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian, Somali, etc).Ability to provide excellent translation services, present information, respond to questions from clients, sound interviewing techniques and highly developed conflict resolution skills.
Refugee Financial Employment Planner -Bilingual
The Refugee Financial Employment Planner is responsible for managing a diverse Refugee caseload (may include W-2 clients whose primary language may include Spanish, Hmong, Vietnamese, Burmese, Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian, Russian, Somali, etc) including establishing and maintaining a case management and employment plan for participants to receive employment and training services. Coordinate efforts with other agencies to ensure timeliness of participant flow through out the established process while maintaining cultural sensitivities. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree, emphasis in human services, human resources or vocational counseling preferred.Two or more years of professional experience in case management. Knowledge of public assistance program policies and procedures. Ability to recognize risks indicators, such as AODA, domestic abuse, developmental disabilities, or suspected child abuse. Excellent bi-lingual communication skills in one or more of the following languages (Spanish, Hmong, Vietnamese, Burmese, Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian, Russian, Somali, etc).Ability to provide excellent translation services, present information, respond to questions from clients and sound interviewing techniques.
Emergency Assistance Supervisor
The Emergency Assistance Supervisor oversees the daily operations of all Eligibility and Assistance (EAA) Emergency Assistance unit offerings e.g. Emergency Assistance, Job Access Loans, Homelessness and Impending Homelessness, and other critical service referrals offered by SDC and local Community Based Organizations (CBOs). This position provides support and ensures that all SDC EAA performance objectives are met and Emergency Assistance staff members are trained and positive outcomes are achieved. The position will assist in the development and implementation of operating procedures for the EAA Emergency Assistance Unit.This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in human service related area or five years related experience with delivery of emergency assistance services / case management /mental health counseling. Previous experience supervising staff. Excellent interpersonal skills including sound interviewing and conflict resolution skills.
SDC’s benefits package includes a health plan, vacation, sick & personal days, flexible spending account, pension plan and tuition reimbursement. Application deadline is March 1, 2010. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Milwaukee County residency required within 12 months of hire for regular positions. The job descriptions for the positions listed are available at: www.cr-sdc.org
SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Human Resources
4041 N. Richards Street
Milwaukee, WI 53212
www.cr-sdc.org
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