• RCA Specialist

    International Rescue Committee (Abilene, TX)


    Requisition ID: req58171

     

    Job Title: RCA Specialist

     

    Sector: Social Work

     

    Employment Category: Fixed Term

     

    Employment Type: Full-Time

     

    Compensation: USD 21.12 - 24.00 Hourly

     

    Work Arrangement:In-person

    Job Description

    This job posting was opened on May 14, 2025. Please note that we will be prioritizing candidates who are current IRC (and recently employed by IRC) staff before other applicants. If necessary, we will extend the opportunity to external candidates.

     

    Job Overview/Summary:The RCA Specialist is responsible for managing the provision of services to assist newly arrived refugee clients to attain self-sufficiency short-term cash assistance and referrals to employment services. Specifically, the Employment Specialist ensures services related to the administration of Refugee Cash Assistance services and with screening, enrollment, monthly cash assistance, and follow-up services.

    Responsibilities:

    Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

    + Providing intake, assessment, and enrollment to a caseload of Refugee Cash Assistance clients.

    + Ensure monthly compliance of program participants, and distribute Bank of America cards.

    + Recertify clients for RCA at month 4, and screen monthly for continued eligibility.

    + Work with the Economic Empowerment Supervisor and if needed WTOR to screen Cuban Entrants for RCA eligibility.

    + Reconcile monthly RCA payment with finance staff.

    + Administering monthly cash assistance payments and tracking expenses.

    + Refer RCA clients to employment services, ELI services, and other services as appropriate.

    + Monthly travel to Midland to provide services to clients residing in the Permian Basin region.

    + Ensure case files and reports are maintained in accordance with grant requirements.

    + Other duties as requested.

    Requirements:

    + Undergraduate degree required.

    + Excellent communication skills, with fluency in written and spoken English. Bilingual ability in Spanish highly desired.

    + Proven success achieving goals and working effectively with all levels of staff in a multicultural environment.

    + Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

    + Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle with current insurance, and the ability to travel regularly throughout the service delivery area.

    Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:

    + Demonstrated ability to promote an organizational culture that reflects IRC’s core values of service, accountability, integrity, and equality.

    + Strong relationship-building, diplomacy, and networking skills; ability to effectively build internal and external relationships.

    + Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment.

    + Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.

    + Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.

    + Fluent in English, both spoken and written; proficiency in Spanish is desired.

    + Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research, and problem-solving purposes.

    Working Environment:

    + A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above-outlined responsibilities.

    + Occasional domestic (non-local) travel required; up to 10%.

    + May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

     

    Compensation:Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer:IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

     

    US Benefits:We offer the following benefits to short term employees in the US: 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, sick leave, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.