Volunteer Career Development Assistant

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the supervision of TASSC’s Career Development Coordinator (CDC):

• Support survivors engaged in the Career Development Program with the following:

1. Resume and cover letter creation
2. Navigation of job search websites
3. Job application assistance
4. Interview preparation
5. Email etiquette and professional communication tips; and
6. Additional activities as needed in relation to career related goals.

• Assist CDC in developing and facilitating career related workshops, hiring events, and career events
• Perform research related to industry trends and identify material for TASSC’s Career Development Newsletter
• Assist in the creation and management of a library system
• Option to organize and lead an English conversation group; and
• Assist with other administrative duties as required.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS

• None. This position reports directly to the TASSC Career Development Coordinator. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in field of expertise.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds who face barriers to employment.    
• Experience and/or interest in working with immigrant populations and dedication to using TASSC’s trauma-informed and strengths-based model.
• Excellent communication skills with a high aptitude for teaching.   
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, LinkedIn, resume writing, and using job search engines; comfort in familiarizing oneself with new technologies.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Self-starter with an ability to work independently. 
• Strong sense of flexibility and interest in learning.       
• Ability to use creativity and enthusiasm to motivate people and tailor learning activities to meet group and individual needs.
• Good record-keeping skills to accurately track attendance and program participation.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS  

• Ability to function both independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, confident, and comfortable working under pressure and in quickly changing environments.
• Trauma-informed and sensitive listening and communication skills.      
• A commitment to learning about the effects of torture on survivors, families, and communities.
• Utmost level of confidentiality and sensitivity in working with survivors of torture.
• Fluency in a second language a plus.