Resource Development Specialist

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) supports people who have lost or left their homes. For over 100 years, the unwavering commitment of our leadership, team, network of service providers, and advocates has helped redirect the destiny of countless vulnerable lives. In neighborhoods, in Washington, and around the world, we break down barriers and demand justice for refugees and immigrants as they successfully integrate into new communities. We provide essential social and legal services to rebuild productive lives, turning tragedy into prosperity. We are a purpose-driven organization with a mission to protect the rights and address the needs of persons in forced or voluntary migration worldwide and support their transition to a dignified life. To learn more about our work, please visit our website at www.refugees.org.

OVERVIEW

The Resource Development Specialist for Home Study & Post Release Services (HS/PRS) is responsible for creating written and video educational materials for unaccompanied children (UCs) and their sponsors, as well as resources to be utilized by HS/PRS staff and other social service providers working with UCs. This position reports to the Program Manager of the UC Resource Center.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Develop psychoeducational videos and handouts in multiple languages for unaccompanied children and their families
- Create written and video resources for HS/PRS staff and other social service providers working with UCs to promote providers’ knowledge and use of best practices
- Research relevant subject matter/topics to create accurate and relevant support materials for USCRI’s UC Resource Center
- Maintain working knowledge of external relevant online resources and materials to share with HS/PRS staff and other providers through the UC Resource Center
- Organize materials for providers and families on the UC Resource Center
- Assist with development of training materials in collaboration with the training team, as needed
- Conduct needs assessments and analyze various data to identify resource needs
- Develop resource development plan in collaboration with the Program Manager - UC Resource Center
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job duties indicated are not exhaustive statements and other job-related duties may be assigned as required by the supervisor(s).

REQUIREMENTS

- Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science, education, or social services field with at least three years’ experience in child welfare, case management, and working with immigrant children
- Excellent organizational, …