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Employment
- Employment Services and Workforce Development (Maricopa)
Remote Job Readiness Resources for Clients with Lower Levels of Digital Literacy
Switchboard recently published a blog post on Virtual Job Readiness Resources for Clients With Online Access. But how are agencies continuing job readiness training when participants don’t have access to technology or lack digital literacy skills? This post includes job readiness resources for supporting clients without online access and/or digital skills, informed by strategies refugee service providers have begun implementing nationwide. For more information, click here.
International Rescue Committee
4425 W Olive Ave #400
Glendale, AZ 85302Employment Services and Workforce Development
The IRC assists employable clients by pairing them with an employment specialist that actively pursues job development and employment placement, as well as providing vocational coaching and on-the-job training. The employment team works closely with case managers, eligibility specialists, and adult education to provide well-rounded and comprehensive case management.
Mohammed Alqaysi: 602-433-2440 x221 | Mohammed.Alqaysi@Rescue.OrgJob Readiness Training
Job Readiness Training introduces participants to the U.S. workforce with a heavy focus on workforce culture. The training covers the importance of having and keeping employment, ways to find employment, applications, resumes, interviews, and appropriate workforce conduct. Participants receive a certificate of completion for full participation.
Ashley Hoober: 602-433-2440 x238 | Ashley.Hoober@rescue.orgVocational Career Program
IRC offers targeted employment training to assist individuals in entering specific industries. Programs include vocational English and vocabulary, computer literacy, mathematics, personal finances, hands on skills training, and tours of potential employers. Recent programs include hospitality and manufacturing.
Melissa Maness: 602-433-2440 x265 | Melissa.Maness@rescue.orgFriendly House
802 S 1st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
College and Career Readiness
Lilibeth Santiago: (602) 416-7227 | lilibeth.santiago@friendlyhouse.org
Elmer Villa: (602) 416-7250 | elmer.villa@friendlyhouse.org
Brenda Ortiz: (602) 416-7215 | brenda.ortiz@friendlyhouse.org
Maribel Coronado: (602) 416-7254 | maribel.coronado@friendlyhouse.org
Pathways to Justice Careers
Mariana Torres: (602) 416-7239 | mariana.torres@friendlyhouse.org
Maria Duran: (602) 416-7263 | maria.duran@friendlyhouse.org
Kevin Partida: (602) 416-7237 | kevin.partida@friendlyhouse.org
Yesenia Diaz: (602) 416-7212 | yesenia.diaz@friendlyhouse.org
Alejandra Naranjo: alejandra.naranjo@friendlyhouse.org
Lutheran Social Services – New American Pathways
Provides a personalized path to education and skilled employment for refugees and asylees. This program includes financial assistance, personalized case management, and career mentors. For refugees, asylees, and asylum seekers from any resettlement agency ages 16-24. English is preferred but not required.
2502 E. University Dr. Suite 125
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Rafiki Niyonzima, rniyonzima@lss-sw.org | (480) 396-3795 x 1214
Natasha Cote, ncote@lss-sw.org | (480) 396-3796 x 1217
Lutheran Social Services – Refugee Youth Career Pathways
Provides a personalized path to education and skilled employment for refugees and asylees. This program includes financial assistance, personalized case management, and career mentors. For refugees, asylees, and asylum seekers from any resettlement agency ages 24+. Conversational English is required.
2502 E. University Dr. Suite 125
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Michelle Buttrum, mbuttrum@lss-sw.org | (480) 396-3795 x 1204
The Migrant Institute of Language & Computer Literacy (MILCL)
The Migrant Institute of Language & Computer Literacy (MILCL) the 21st century model of job skills program that prepares our young and adult migrants from all over the world to enter or re-enter today’s complex and competitive job market. This is the place where anyone can benefit from a network of quality training that covers the areas of job readiness, financial literacy, computer literacy, and English language proficiency (ESL). MILCL is committed to offering a series of 3-month short sessions to empower the most vulnerable and equip them with the job skills they need to succeed with well-paying jobs and career opportunities. Learn more about MILCL on their website here.
St. Joseph the Worker Employment Bridge Program
The mission of St. Joseph the Worker is to assist homeless, low-income and other disadvantaged individuals in their efforts to become self-sufficient through quality employment. SJWs Employment Bridge Program provides clients with support for budgeting and financial planning, conflict management training, and more. More information on the Employment Bridge Program, click here.
- Employment Services and Workforce Development (Pima)
Remote Job Readiness Resources for Clients with Lower Levels of Digital Literacy
Switchboard recently published a blog post on Virtual Job Readiness Resources for Clients With Online Access. But how are agencies continuing job readiness training when participants don’t have access to technology or lack digital literacy skills? This post includes job readiness resources for supporting clients without online access and/or digital skills, informed by strategies refugee service providers have begun implementing nationwide. For tips and resources for clients with lower levels of digital literacy, click here.
Interfaith Community Services
ICS Workforce Development Centers (WDC) support clients to develop the skills and confidence needed to secure a job and stay employed. From job readiness to soft skill development and budget planning, the WDC’s are changing lives. Expert volunteers are on hand to help identify opportunities and navigate the employment application process. In addition to general support and coaching, WDC volunteers also provide resume and cover letter writing and review assistance, online job search, and application submissions. All services are free. For more information, click here
Workforce Development – ICS Northwest Center
2820 West Ina Road
Tucson, AZ 85741
By appointment
Friday mornings from 9am-1:00pm
(520) 526-9320Workforce Development
8701 E Old Spanish Trail
Tucson, AZ 85710
By appointment
Friday mornings from 9am-1:00pm
(520) 731-3076International Rescue Committee:
Employment Services
Refugee clients receive one-on-one job counseling with employment specialists to best align their skills, interests and experience with available employment opportunities. Clients are prepared for their specific job searches and job interviews. Once hired, they receive assistance to ensure that they fully understand their rights, responsibilities, and work schedules. Employment specialists conduct post-placement follow-ups to assist refugees retain their jobs and assist employers with any challenges or questions.
Katrina Martinez: 520-319-2128 x106 | Katrina.Martinez@rescue.org
Job Readiness Training
Job readiness classes are offered weekly to prepare refugees for the American workforce. The classes provide vocational English language training and simulate different work environments. Classes also cover topics such as interview preparation and labor laws. Upon successful completion of the job readiness training, refugees are equipped with the tools to apply for job and retain positions in many industries, such as hospitality, in-home health care, food safety, and more.
Katrina Martinez: 520-319-2128 x106 | Katrina.Martinez@rescue.org
- Job Search and Online Employment Training Resources
AZ Job Connection
AZ Job Connection is a web-based job-matching and labor market information system. AZ Job Connection provides job seekers, employers, and training providers with easy-to-use tools that support a wide range of activities. As a service of the public workforce system, AZ Job Connection is completely free for you to use. azjobconnection.gov
AZ Hire Me
AZ Hire Me is a local non-profit that provides the community with employment based resources to help eliminate barriers to employment. azhireme.com/jobfairs
AZ Retail Career
AZ Retail Career is Arizona’s only targeted retail sector-focused resource for information and tools for job seekers, frontline workers, retail employers and workforce development professionals. The website includes training resources and offers help to begin your career in retail. For more information go to https://azretailcareers.com/
Arizona@Work
ARIZONA@WORK is the statewide workforce development network that helps employers of all sizes and types recruit, develop and retain the best employees for their needs. For job seekers throughout the state, we provide services and resources to pursue employment opportunities. By developing our state’s workforce and matching employers with job seekers, we strengthen Arizona’s economy. https://arizonaatwork.com/
Chicanos Por La Causa
CPLC Workforce Solutions connects education with employment by partnering with employers to determine their needs and bringing together job seekers to fill open positions. https://www.cplcworkforce.org/
CPLC Workforce Solutions Phoenix
7611 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033
(602) 527-8451
workforce@cplc.org
https://www.facebook.com/CPLCWORKSCPLC Workforce Southern Arizona
1525 N Oracle Rd Tucson, AZ 85705
https://www.facebook.com/CPLCWorkSAZDress for Success – Maricopa County
The mission of Dress for Success is to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. phoenix.dressforsuccess.org
Fresh Start Women’s Foundation: E-Learning Center – Maricopa County
Fresh Start is proud to partner with Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona to provide a range of services within our E-Learning Center. The Center is equipped with free access to Internet-connected computers, and printers. www.freshstartwomen.org/our-services/career-and-education/career-training
Fresh Start Women’s Foundation: Computer Literacy – Maricopa County
Fresh Start’s Computer Literacy Program serves to teach women the computer skills necessary to secure employment and advance in the workplace as well as to effectively utilize computers to support their professional and personal goals. Fresh Start offers beginning through advanced courses to give clients the skills they need to master Microsoft Office Products. Whether you are just starting out or need to brush up on your existing skills, we have a course for you. www.freshstartwomen.org/our-services/career-and-education/computer-literacy
GCF Global – Creating Opportunities for a Better Life
Free online learning program for those looking to improve their computer skills, work skills, math, reading, and writing. edu.gcfglobal.org
Goodwill Industries
Our career services are free of charge to help you land a job and advance your career. You’ll have access to everything from skills training, career coaching, resume review, certifications, hiring events, and more. Find a career center here.
Jobs for Humanity
Jobs for Humanity paves the way to a fairer future for all by connecting historically underrepresented talent to welcoming employers. Millions of people face a disproportionate lack of opportunity in the job market. Recognizing this, we’re building a community of volunteers and activists to work together to ensure that the blind, the neurodivergent, Black leaders, single moms, refugees, and returning citizens have equal access to employment opportunities.
https://www.jobsforhumanity.com/refugees/
My Next Move
What do you want to do for a living? Search careers by keywords, industry or tell us what you like to do. www.mynextmove.org
Pima County One Stop Career Center – Pima County
The Pima County One-Stop Career Center is here to help you get back to work! The One-Stop works with local businesses and identifies job opportunities you might not find elsewhere. Below is a listing of current openings as of March 8 to assist you in your search, and there are links to other employment resources at the bottom. Click here to find job openings in Pima County.
Pipeline AZ
Pipeline AZ has employment, education, and financial resources to help you find a job with Arizona employers hiring now and resources to help navigate career change. To access the resources and find more information on Pipeline AZ, go to https://covid19.pipelineaz.com/
PPEP Inc. – Pima County
PPEP’s Adult Employment and Vocational Training Programs provide a variety of education, employment and training services. Target populations are Adults, Dislocated Workers, Older Workers, Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers and their dependents.
802 E. 46th Street
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 622-3553
dnoriega@ppep.org
https://www.ppep.org/ - Know Your Rights
Resources for Employment
IER Website Referral Resource List
Worker Hotline: 1-800-255-7688
Employer Hotline: 1-800-255-8155
Teletypewriter (TTY): 202-616-5525 & 1-800-237-2515Employment Rights and Resources for Refugees and Asylees
A flyer discussing asylees’ and refugees’ employment rights and how to get help.
https://www.justice.gov/crt/worker-information
U.S Employers’ Guide to Hiring Refugees
Lutheran Social Services
Information for Refugees and Asylees about the Form I-9
This flyer provides refugees and asylees with information on the Form I-9 and how to get help from IER for possible discrimination in this process.
Available in Amharic, Arabic, Armenian, Burmese, English, Farsi, French, Karen, Kayah, Nepali, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, Tigrinya, Ukrainian, and Urdu.
https://www.justice.gov/crt/worker-information
Name and Social Security Number (SSN) “No Match” Information for Employees
A document that includes a Q&A explaining possible causes for receiving a Social Security Number no-match, how to respond, and how to get help.
Available in Spanish, Arabic, Eastern Punjabi, Haitian Creole, Hindi, Korean, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Tagalog, Traditional Chinese, Urdu, Vietnamese, Western Punjabi.
https://www.justice.gov/crt/worker-information
Protecting Your Right to Work
An overview explaining how to identify possible discrimination under the INA’s anti-discrimination provision and how to get help.
https://www.justice.gov/crt/worker-information
Information for Employers About Citizenship Status Discrimination
Information for employers on how to avoid citizenship status discrimination in hiring, firing, recruitment or referral for a fee under the INA.
https://www.justice.gov/crt/employer-information
- Employment W-2 Tax Information
Tax Information
The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help for taxpayers who have disabilities or limited English. The Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) can assist anyone over the age of 60. Must make $56,000 or less for VITA
To find the nearest VITA or TCE location near you, click here.
General Instructions for W-2 and W-3 Forms, click here.
- Current Job Openings in Maricopa County
Current Job Openings in Maricopa County
If you want to list a job opening on RISP-Net, email the position description to info@rispnet.com
- Case Manager, Health Advocate at Catholic Charities Community Services – The Case Manager, Health Advocate works with newly arrived refugees presenting urgent health needs and assists them in connecting with appropriate health care provider, serving as a link between the agency and health care service providers, enhancing the referral process and access to health care for newly arrived refugees. Learn more about the position and apply here.
- RCA Program Coordinator at Catholic Charities Community Services – The Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) Program Coordinator will work in coordination with the Arizona Refugee Resettlement Program (RRP), Public Private Partnership Program (PPP) and the refugee resettlement agencies in Maricopa County. This position provides critical connections among RA employment, case management staff and Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) recipients in an effort to develop broad-reaching best practice paradigms that support self-sufficiency for RCA recipients. Learn more about the position and apply here.
- Donations Specialist at Catholic Charities Community Services in Phoenix – The Donations Specialist oversees the pickup, organization and delivery of donated items for program. Learn more about the position and apply here.
- Job Developer at Catholic Charities Community Services in Phoenix – The main responsibility of the Job Developer will be to assess skills and employment needs of assigned clients in order to develop employment opportunities and job placement services. Learn more about the positions and apply here.
- Sr. Program Manager at Catholic Charities Community Services in Phoenix – The Senior Program Manager oversees large department or multiple units of organization, as assigned, adhering to contractual agreements, agency policies and organizational oversight. Learn more about the positions and apply here.
- Housing Specialist at Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest in Phoenix – The Pre-Arrival Specialist assists in the setting up of apartments and collecting donations. Learn more about the position here.
- Survivors of Torture (SOT) Caseworker at IRC Phoenix – The primary role of the SOT Caseworker is to provide comprehensive, culturally appropriate client-centered case management services for Program participants, including completing eligibility screening and enrollment paperwork, developing service plans, educating about community services and resources, and helping problem solve barriers to access. To apply and to learn more, click here.
- Interpreter with A-Z Multilingual Interpreters – A-Z Multilingual Interpreters is looking to hire qualified interpreters in Maricopa and Pinal Counties. Check out the flyer below to learn more and here to apply.
- Current Job Openings in Pima County
Current Job Openings in Pima County
If you want to list a job opening on RISP-Net, email the position description to info@rispnet.com
- Education and Learning Case Manager at IRC Tucson – This position is primarily responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring cultural orientation (CO) curriculum, coordinating delivery of CO services and assessments, coordinating adult ESL testing and enrollment, coordinating school enrollment for school-aged children, and connecting refugee children and adults to external education services as needed. Learn more about the position and apply here.
- Housing and Logistics Coordinator at IRC Tucson – The Housing and Logistics Coordinator is responsible for conducting outreach and building partnerships with landlords, public and subsidized housing entities, and transitional housing resources. To apply and to learn more, click here.
- Refugee Education Program Instructor at Pima Community College – Instructors are responsible for the development and implementation of curriculum in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, with integration of college and career readiness skills. Instructors are responsible for preparing students for the successful completion of their classes and transition to college and career. Learn more about the position and apply here.