Children and Youth Services Specialist- 2025883

World Relief seeks a Children & Youth Services Specialist to support immigrant and refugee youth and their families by facilitating culturally responsive, trauma-informed services that promote academic success, social connection, and long-term integration. This is a hybrid role: 4 days in office; 1 work from home. This role does not supervise staff but may oversee volunteers or mentors. All staff at World Relief are considered spiritual leaders and are expected to lead in a manner consistent with Christian values.

Responsibilities

Facilitate school enrollment, orientation, and immunization support for newcomer children; Develop and manage Personal Development Plans for youth ages 15–24; Coordinate tutoring, ESL support, and after-school or summer program referrals; Recruit, train, and support mentors for academic, social, and career development; Connect youth to career readiness, financial literacy, and vocational training; Provide strengths-based, trauma-informed case management to youth and families; Conduct routine check-ins and maintain accurate records in Dynamics CRM; Support interpreter-facilitated communication between parents and school staff; Promote parent engagement through culturally appropriate education and resources; Collaborate with schools, after-school programs, and community service providers; Collect and report program data in alignment with grant (RSIG/YM) requirements; Track and evaluate progress toward outcome goals and adjust supports accordingly

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 and/or acknowledge World Relief's Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document; Valid driver's license, access to reliable vehicle and ability to pass MVR standards; Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Education, or a related field required; Minimum of 2 years' experience working with immigrant/refugee children and families; Experience with case management, youth programming, or mentorship coordination; Proficiency in using CRM or case management systems (e.g., Dynamics CRM); Deep understanding of trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices; Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; Familiarity with U.S. public school systems and newcomer family experiences; Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends when needed

Nice to have

Master's degree in Social Work or related field; Bilingual in a relevant language such as Dari, Pashto, Arabic, Swahili, or Spanish; Prior experience working within a faith-based nonprofit or education system; Knowledge of relevant federal and local immigration or education policies

Benefits

Competitive benefits package; Employee discount program (for full-time employees)