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12 people are interested
Refugee Benefits Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: New American Pathways
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12 people are interested
This position is intended for volunteers looking to leverage their capacity to interact and support NewAP clients. In this dynamic role, the volunteer will assist clients with public benefit applications during Thursday walk-ins. The volunteer will receive training in public assistance application procedures, as well as direct support during their shift at NewAP.
Key Responsibilities
- Determine best course of action for walk-in client depending on information provided.
- Complete public benefit applications and renewals (CAPS, Medicaid, and/or SNAP/Food Stamp benefits) for client through COMPASS Community Partnership website.
- Collect, make copies, and upload necessary verification documents for DFCS and NewAP.
- Provide each client with a tracking number for submitted application and uploaded documents.
- Provide each client with individual support and assistance.
- Keep log/record of assisted clients, tracking numbers, and any needed follow up.
- Attend training for COMPASS Community Partnership online portal and benefit applications.
Skills and Competencies
- Ability to communicate easily with people of various ethnic and educational backgrounds
- Strong computer skills (typing, database searches, Internet navigation)
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to follow instructions and adhere to procedures
- Ability to work in fast-paced and hands-on environment
More opportunities with New American Pathways
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About New American Pathways
Location:
2300 HENDERSON MILL RD NE STE 200, ATLANTA, GA 30345, US
Mission Statement
Helping Refugees and Georgia Thrive
Description
New American Pathways is an Atlanta-based nonprofit that helps refugees from the moment they arrive in Georgia through their journey to U.S. citizenship. With a comprehensive set of customized services, steady guidance, and strong advocacy, we enable refugees and other immigrants to realize their full potential and dreams as they build new lives in Georgia.
Beginning with resettlement services and by keeping a strong focus on jobs, education, cultural integration, individual and female empowerment and building strong families, our specially designed programs provide proven pathways to self-sufficiency and success. By matching peoples’ unique individual assets with the opportunities available in the community, we help ensure that these new Americans develop and contribute their special skills and talents to strengthening the American workforce and helping Georgia thrive.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2300 Henderson Mill RoadAtlanta, GA 30345
DATE POSTED
March 31, 2016
SKILLS
- Administrative Support
- Customer Service
- Critical Thinking
- Organization
- Data Entry
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Send your resume & cover letter to Teni-Ola Ogunjobi at volunteerengagement@newamericanpathways.org