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The Karen Organization of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment and Financial Resource Navigator (Bilingual Karen/English)
Full-time, temporary (32 hours per week); work anticipated through 12/31/2024 ; $23.00 to $27.00/hour depending on qualifications
Apply your employment coaching skills and financial systems knowledge to help refugees and immigrants improve financial stability and build wealth as a Bilingual Employment and Financial Resource Navigator (EFRN)! The Resource Navigator will provide support to participants in their home language of Karen, helping them to identify and take the next steps on their goals towards financial security, such as finding better/new employment, navigating unemployment benefits or applying for public benefits, and accessing banking and credit products. The EFRN will provide interpreting support to participants during financial coaching and education meetings at KOM and during the job search and onboarding process with employers as needed. The EFRN will work collaboratively with the KOM Job Developer to identify employers to target for outreach that meet the needs of participants.
Collaboration Facilitator
Full-time with benefits; $60,000 to $65,000 depending on qualifications
KOM, as the Lead Agency for the Family Education Supports Collaborative, is seeking a Collaboration Facilitator who will be responsible for driving forward the collective work of partner agencies within the collaborative. This role is distinct from program management or direct service, focusing instead on effective coordination and fulfilling Lead Agency accountabilities. The Collaboration Facilitator will utilize strong facilitation skills and leadership capacities to foster collaboration and ensure that all partners are aligned in delivering high-quality services. This role requires the ability to facilitate collective action among diverse partners, support their contributions, and guide the partnership toward shared goals. The Collaboration Facilitator will work closely with the Lead Family Education Mentor, partner agency managers, and direct staff to ensure seamless communication, coordination, and achievement of collaborative priorities.