Ukrainian Case Manager

TO APPLY: Submit a resume and cover letter to emo@emoregon.org or apply below. Position open until filled.

PURPOSE: To provide effective, culturally specific case management in collaboration with our in-house Mental Health Therapist for recently arrived Ukrainian Refugees in Oregon.

ACCOUNTABILITY: To the mission and goals of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon (EMO) as determined by the Board of Directors, and as administered by the President and their delegates.

REPORTS TO: Slavic Oregon Social Services (SOSS) Program Manager

DIRECT REPORTS: N/A

LOCATION: Hybrid

CLASSIFICATION: 20 hours/part time, non-exempt

BENEFITS: Salary starts at $22.85 per hour. All regular employees (does not include on-call or temporary) are eligible for vacation, holidays, sick leave, 401(k) retirement plan, employee assistance program and employee trainings. Employees in exempt positions or non-exempt positions that are 20 hours per week or more, also receive medical, dental, disability and life insurance, per eligibility requirements.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Available to respond to client calls.
2. Provide trauma-informed, survivor-led, culturally/language specific, case management, and mental health support to recently Ukrainian Refugees with a high degree of confidentiality.
3. Guide participants through systems navigation and community referrals as needed.
4. Provide refugees with emotional and educational support on the impacts of trauma and resettlement.
5. Maintain accurate and timely case files, manage data entry, and complete reports.
6. Assist in the design/facilitation of training programs for community partners: social service providers, community faith leaders, and health care workers.
7. Assist in the implementation of innovative strategies for community outreach, engagement, and client recruitment.
8. Attend SOSS staff meetings, EMO staff meetings, trauma informed care meetings, and culturally specific mental health meetings.
9. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to work within the mission, vision, and ethics of EMO, and maintain an understanding of the services provided by the programs and projects of EMO.

KNOWLEDGE: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in social work, counseling or related field (combined education and experience from United States and/or country of origin can be substituted); Knowledge and understanding of Ukrainian and Slavic culture, and the local Ukrainian-speaking and Slavic population; Knowledge of local victim service providers and social service organizations; Appropriate multicultural work experience with refugee populations; Must have the ability to use a computer and various software programs; Must possess valid driver’s license and evidence of insurability.

SKILLS: Ability to effectively communicate (orally and in writing) in English and Ukrainian; Treat all individuals with respect and dignity; Demonstrate high-level organizational and prioritization skills and a calm, professional demeanor.

EFFORT: Must be able to occasionally lift items of approximately 25 lbs.

RESPONSIBILITY: Ability to work in a respectful manner with people of diverse ethnicity, socio-economic circumstances, religion, culture and sexual orientation.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to maintain a flexible schedule, including evening hours and weekends; High tolerance for ambiguity and change.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. People of color, women, LGBTQ individuals, and people living with HIV are encouraged to apply.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by state and federal regulations will be observed.