Resource Coordinator- Limited Term

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Warehouse Management and Move ins: Ensure the warehouse is organized and clean and receiving and  distribution systems are utilized; Minor furniture repairs; Ordering mattresses and other bulk purchase items as needed; Distribution tracking and check requests; Communicating with volunteer coordinator on warehouse management needs; Mobilize general and  specialized WH volunteers to maximize potential, come up with innovative ways to mobilize them for MG GIK and capture their hours for MG GIK. Coordinate with Housing Coordinator and Case Managers on client move ins and work along with volunteers to deliver  household items and furniture and complete home set ups.
• Donations Development and MG Coordination: Maintain inventory and organization of MG items and MG designated WH space; Monitor and keep stocked the office-based “MG store;” Building new donor relations  and cultivating existing relations with donors; Track needs of MG and R&P programs and initiate GIK donations drives in collaboration with development team; Enter GIK into GIVE and track regular donors to communicate information with development department;  Calling, emailing or sending thank you letters for GIK donations.
• Maintain open communication with staff on behalf of clients in accordance with individual self-sufficiency plans, while honoring confidentiality through proper care of verbal, printed and  electronic personal identifiable information. When follow-up is required to any family need or incomplete service, track the follow-up until complete, case note completely. Always case note and include in reports the reason for any late service.
• Support  Resettlement staff with Core Services as needed. This may include the occasional arrival or home visit.
• Maintain efficient communication with volunteers and community resources.
• Attend trainings and conferences as requested by supervisor.
• Keep informed  about refugee and immigrant issues and available services to refugees. Advocate on behalf of refugees, and refugee-serving agencies.
• Perform all duties in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner.
• Undertake other duties as assigned; Work varied  hours, including some night and weekend work.
• In collaboration with the Housing Coordinator, provide day to day coordination for the Housing and Resource Assistant.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: o Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. o  Adaptable to ever changing situations and needs. o Superior written and verbal communication skills. o Cultural sensitivity and understanding of client confidentiality. o Must have first-hand experience with the “refugee” experience. o Experience with cross-cultural  communication and the ability to work with clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. o Able to drive a box truck. o Able to professionally represent World Relief to donors, property managers and places of supplies procurement

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Mature and personal Christian faith
• Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief
• Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities
• Able to affirm World Relief’s Core Beliefs and Statement of Faith, and acknowledge World Relief’s Christian Identity and National Evangelicals For the Health of The Nation document
•  Computer literate, with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel and Word) and internet applications required.
• Minimum  of B.A. plus two years of relevant work experience
• Valid driver’s license and able to pass the background check and MVR.
• Some evening  or weekend work may be needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

•  Preference given to applicants who are bilingual and speak a language that is spoken by a major refugee group in Spokane.