Employment Supervisor

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The Refugee Support Service (RSS) Employment Supervisor responsible for programming that assists newly arrived refugees and other qualified immigrants to attain self-sufficiency through employment by guiding them through employment preparation, coordinating job placements, and other career advancement services. The RSS Employment Supervisor manages RSS Employment Specialist, Workforce Development Specialist and the Adjustment and Referral Specialist. The supervisor manages staff and leads the RSS Employment Program as set forth by Kansas Office for Refugees (KSOR).

The position also works closely with clients, colleagues, and external parties to develop service and/or self-sufficiency plans to meet individual client needs and preferences using a broad range of financial, medical, social, vocational, and other services and resources in accordance with client eligibility and program requirements.
** Responsibilities*
* • Implement guidelines for services for the KSOR Refugee Support Service (RSS) Employment Program and stay apprised of relevant developments and public policies.  
• Coordinate referrals for case management for ORR-eligible and participate in any needed case conference meetings to assure continuity of care.  
• Monitor program goals and take appropriate intervening action to ensure contractual compliance and goal attainment  
• Ensure oversight and monitoring of case files for proper file documentation.

• Manage the enrollment of clients in RSS Employment Program, assessment of client needs, and reviewing Family Self-Sufficiency Plans (FSSPs) and Individual Employability Plans (IEPs), focusing on obtaining and retaining employment within one year of enrollment in services.  
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to develop employment opportunity, discuss caseload, identify clients ready for job placement, and any client participation concerns.  
• Provide RSS Employment Services-related reporting in a timely manner.  
• Supervise RSS staff including daily oversight of active caseload and delegation of work assignments. Evaluate and report the staff performance. Cultivate a respectful, supportive, and inclusive environment for team members and clients.  
• Ensure all contact with clients, referrals, and follow-up and record-keeping represent the highest standards.  
• Assess and monitor client progress to support their attainment of established goals, address challenges, and to ensure that available resources are utilized.  
• Ensure that programs meet all contractual and reporting requirements.  
• Ensure quality data collection across all programs; lead the production of reports and impact data to provide insight to internal and external partners.  
• Other duties as assigned.
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* Job Requirements:

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* Education:

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* • Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field of study preferred.
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* Work Experience:

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* • 2 years relevant professional experience in human services field required; minimum of 2 years resettlement experience strongly preferred.  
• Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations strongly preferred.  
• Prior people management experience a plus.
** Demonstrated Skills &

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* • Strong relationship building, diplomacy,…