Equal Employment Opportunities

Jewish Family Service is committed to ensuring equal opportunity and participation of its volunteers, employees and applicants for employment consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws. The agency’s policy is to accord each employee, volunteer and applicant for employment equal treatment with respect to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, selection placement and opportunities for advancement.

JFS encourages and welcomes diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a veteran or any other basis prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

Older Adult Services

  • Russian Language Information and Assistance Specialist

    We are currently seeking a Russian Language Information and Assistance Specialist to join our Older Adult Services (OAS) team. The Information & Assistance Specialist is responsible for engaging in outreach to immigrant older adults and people with disabilities and providing information and assistance via telephone as well as in the agency’s offices, clients’ homes, and occasionally other community settings. The I&A Specialist also screens all prospective Russian speaking clients for OAS services. If qualified, the I&A Specialist will provide care management services under the auspices of the City of Seattle Care Coordination service. This role will be 0.8 FTE at 30 hours a week.

    We welcome and encourage you to apply if you feel connected to Jewish Family Service’s mission. While Jewish values and history guide us, we recognize that our work is best accomplished through the collaboration of individuals from a variety of cultures, skills, and perspectives. If you meet most of the position qualifications, we encourage you to apply.
     
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Respond to new client inquiries from Russian-speaking clients.
    • Perform a telephone screening to determine if potential clients are appropriate for OAS services or an outside provider. In some cases, further in-person assessment may be required.
    • Provide support, information, and assistance to Russian-speaking older adults and people with disabilities in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner.
    • Enter all new callers into the agency database.
    • Maintain accurate and complete paper or electronic files in accordance with agency policies, procedures, and contractual requirements.
    • Effectively advocate for clients with healthcare and social service providers.
    • Complete all specified Claims Conference paperwork for Holocaust Survivors.
    • Comply with all contractual requirements regarding service provision and documentation if working under the auspices of a contract (e.g. City of Seattle, Claims Conference).
    • Assist with socialization services for isolated older adults with other members of the OAS team, possibly including holiday gatherings, outings, etc.
    • When applicable, connect clients to other services within JFS including food bank and volunteer services.
    • Serve as a Russian speaking staff contact to the JFS Food Bank, for Russian speaking clients.
    • Participate in community outreach activities to other professionals as well as to potential clients and their families.
    • Attend and participate in monthly OAS clinical consultation and team meetings and other meetings as requested.
    • Perform work on weekends and evenings as needed to meet applicable deadlines.
    • Other duties as assigned.

     
    SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

    • Accompany clients to appointments when needed.
    • If qualified or approved by the City of Seattle, the I&A Specialist with provide care coordination services, which will include the following:
      • Provide comprehensive assessment of older adults’ physical and mental health, home safety, social needs, cultural needs, and financial status, in a linguistically and culturally appropriate manner.
      • Develop care plans in collaboration with clients and help clients achieve the goals outlined in the care plans.
      • Provide ongoing oversight of each assigned case, maintaining regular contact with client (including home visits, telephone checks, annual reassessments, etc.).
      • Coordinate services with OAS staff, JFS staff and other service providers are involved (this may include liaison work with other communal organizations).
    • The Information and Assistance Specialist will perform such other tasks as may be assigned by the Director of Older Adult Services.
    • Conduct small group classes, as appropriate, and lead other group activities.

     
    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education/Experience:

    Required:

    • BA or equivalent in social work or a related field and two years of experience in human services; or AA and 4 years of experience.
    • Fluent in English and Russian

     
    Preferred:

    • A master’s degree in social work or related field and one year paid social service experience; or a BA in social work or related field and at least two years’ paid social service experience; or BA and at least four years’ paid social service experience
    • Experience working with older adults and people with disabilities is preferred.
    • AIRS (Alliance of Information and Referral Systems) Certified Information and Referral Specialist in Aging (CIRS0A) credentials.

     
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    • Must have a valid Washington State Driver’s License and access to an insured vehicle
    • Excellent written and verbal skills
    • Ability to work effectively and compassionately with individuals who may have a variety of physical or cognitive disabilities.
    • Must have knowledge of community resources
    • Strong interview and assessment skills
    • Team oriented with strong interpersonal skills

     
    Computer Skills:

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook is required
    • Ability to learn to use an electronic database is also required

     
    SALARY AND BENEFITS:

    • The pay for this position is $29.38 – $35.91 an hour.
    • Jewish Family Service offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package including:
      • 100% employer-paid premiums for employee medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, and employee assistance program.
      • 15 annual vacation days increasing to 20 after 2 years, and generous paid sick time.
      • Paid Federal and Jewish holidays.
      • 5% employer contribution to 401k retirement plan (no employee contribution required).
      • Additional benefits include: vision coverage and FSA enrollment.
      • JFS values and provides opportunities for continued growth and learning for all team members.

     

    Jewish Family Service offers competitive wages and a generous benefits package.

    If you are interested in joining our team, please visit our Indeed page. Select the position you are applying for and submit your resume and cover letter.

    Applications are only accepted online.

    NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Vets

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Refugee and Immigrant Services

  • Housing Stability Case Manager

    Jewish Family Service is currently seeking a Housing Stability Case Manager to join our Refugee and Immigrant Services team. This full-time (37.5 hours/week) position will be responsible for coordinating rental assistance for eligible clients to ensure housing and financial stability. The position is based in the Kent JFS office, but work is carried out in locations throughout the Puget Sound, including clients’ homes and other locations in the community. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet client needs. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

    We welcome and encourage you to apply if you feel connected to JFS’ mission. While Jewish values and history guide us, we recognize that our work is best accomplished through the collaboration of individuals from a variety of cultures, skills, and perspectives. If you meet most of the position qualifications, we encourage you to apply.
     
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Screen applicants for rental assistance need and eligibility as established by program funders.
    • Complete rental assistance applications with participants, ensuring the submission of accurate and complete documentation.
    • Assist with landlord and other third-party communication, including gathering required documentation such as W-9, tenant ledgers, and paystubs.
    • Attend funder provider meetings and remain up-to-date of contract requirements and program service adjustments.
    • Conduct program outreach and informational sessions to engage and educate potential recipients and other community stakeholders on the program.
    • Provide information and referral services to program participants to support housing stability and to facilitate client community orientation and understanding of available resources.
    • Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge of local housing and financial stability resources.
    • Communicate and collaborate across Refugee & Immigrant Services programs to ensure timely referrals, care coordination and holistic services to rental assistance applicants who are eligible for additional agency services.
    • Complete required rental assistance contract reporting
    • Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all services provided.

     
    QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience within field.
    • Experience working with other cultures and ability to effectively communicate with people who speak
      English as a second language and are not familiar with the systems in the United States.
    • Demonstrated experience with successfully meeting deadlines for detailed oriented tasks.
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced office environment with a diverse team.
    • Valid Washington State driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable access to personal vehicle. 

     
    SALARY AND BENEFITS:

    • The starting pay for this position is $27.72 to $33.88 per hour.
    • Jewish Family Service offers a generous benefits package including:
      • 100% employer-paid premiums for employee medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, and employee assistance program.
      • 15 annual vacation days increasing to 20 after 2 years, and generous paid sick time.
      • Paid Federal and Jewish holidays.
      • 5% employer contribution to 401k retirement plan (no employee contribution required).
      • Relocation stipend available.
      • Additional benefits include: vision coverage and FSA enrollment.
      • JFS values and provides opportunities for continued growth and learning for all team members.

    Jewish Family Service offers competitive wages and a generous benefits package.

    If you are interested in joining our team, please visit our Indeed page. Select the position you are applying for and submit your resume and cover letter.

    Applications are only accepted online.

    NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Vets

    Apply Now

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