SayPro ASA RCA caseworker

Job overview/ Summaries: ASA (Afghanistan Supplemental Appropriation) Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) Caseworker is responsible for determining client eligibility and disbursement amounts for monthly federal cash assistance payments made to recently arrived Afghan refugee, parolee, and SIV clients. Responsibilities include orienting new arrivals to RCA eligibility and compliance guidelines, verifying client income and program participation to determine ongoing eligibility, and reducing or terminating refugee cash assistance payments based on clients’ income and/or time eligibility.

**Major Responsibilities:**Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct intakes and needs assessments for Afghan refugees, parolees, and SIV clients referred to the Cash and Medical Assistance (CMA) Program

• Develop an individualized service plan and identify activities to complete the service plan based on the client needs assessment

• Identify new referral resources that will facilitate and assist client self-sufficiency

• Coordinate with the staff of other IRC programs for RCA enrollment of eligible clients

• Confirm client eligibility for the first and second phases of RCA in a timely manner to ensure clients receive full RCA benefits in accordance with program regulations

• Provide intake and orientation for all eligible clients

• Maintain up-to-date RCA Provider Manual and knowledge of RCA program requirements

• Maintain timely case notes and case files per program requirements

• Enter client data into the IRC and funder databases in a timely manner as directed

• Refer non-exempt clients to the associated employment program; act on client non-compliance as soon as reported by the employment program

• Requests payment for clients’ cash benefit

• Serve as an advocate for clients

• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Education:

• Undergraduate degree preferred
• A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for a degree

Experience:

• Background in social services required
• Experience working with diverse populations and/or refugee social services programs preferred
• Experience and education may be substituted for one another

Knowledge/Skills:

• High English language proficiency and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, required
• High level of computer literacy required
• Fluency in an additional language spoken by the client base preferred (Dari and Pashto)
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work

Certificates or Licenses: Valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle with current insurance, and the ability to travel regularly throughout the service delivery area which includes escorting clients to interviews, training, etc.

PS: This position will only serve Afghan clients

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires new hires to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for any in-office or hybrid positions. All IRC US offices require full vaccination to attend any in-office functions (e.g., meetings, trainings).

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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.