Company Information
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Company Name: Deaf Refugee Advocacy
Website: https://deafrefugeeadvocacy.org/careers

Job Information
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Job Title: Caseworker
Job Type: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Address:
260 E. Main Street
Suite 3500
Rochester, New York. 14604
United States

Job Description:
Essential Responsibilities
• Conducts intakes and assessments to determine eligibility for services.
• Assists in identifying client goals, desires, and needs for community
integration.
• Provides language and accessibility advocacy to obtain needed assistance.
• Advocates with and for client access to health and service-related
providers.
• Completes, maintains, and secures client reporting and tracking system.
• Networks with community-wide entities to support effective client
navigation.
• Confers with necessary natural support systems to ensure engagement.
• Additional responsibilities deemed necessary to the agency’s
functioning and operations.



Requirements:
Key Competencies: Deaf and International cultural awareness, knowledge, and
sensitivity; Effective receptive and expressive communication skills;
Organization and planning skills; Interpersonal and networking skills,
Writing and presentation skills; Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Key Expectations: Possess a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle;
Must reside within Monroe County. Flexibility in working hours and
availability for emergencies and events, including occasional evenings and
weekends.Education and Experience: BSW or related field with 3 years of
experience preferred. Familiarity with government benefits, regulations
and/or re-settlement programs helpful. Must demonstrate native-like fluency
in American Sign Language.



Links to External Job Postings:
Title: Deaf Refugee Advocacy Careers
URL: https://deafrefugeeadvocacy.org/careers


Resume Information
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Applicants should submit the following:: Resume, Cover Letter
Majors Desired:: Business, Education, Health Sciences, Liberal Arts, Science
Degree levels accepted:: Bachelor

Application Information
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Email application materials to:: jobs@deafrefugeeadvocacy.org