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1 person is interested
Bilingual Volunteer (Bengali))
ORGANIZATION: Center for the Integration and Advancement of New Americans, CIANA
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1 person is interested
The Center for the Integration & Advancement of New Americans (CIANA) is a social services organization that works to integrate new immigrants from South Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and Latin America into the socio-economic and civic life of American society while maintaining pride in their cultural heritage.
We are currently looking for a volunteer or intern that in fluent in Bengali to assist clients in various aspects of our services.
Responsibilities:
Translate documents such as flyers, brochures, class materials, etc.
Collaborate with outreach, program, and office management teams to integrate languages into materials for clients and staff
Interpret on behalf of clients who walk in or call the office for assistance
Assist in community outreach and case management activities to engage with clients in their native language
Requirements:
Fluency in Bengali and English
Have a go-with-the-flow attitude
Extremely organized and able to prioritize goals and accomplish them
Able to preform many tasks with a "can do" attitude
Respectful and sensitive to other cultures
Exhibits professionalism while interacting with clients and representing the organization
Is a self-starter who also works well in teams
How to Apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to volunteer@ cianainc.org. Please include the position title in the subject line of the application
More opportunities with Center for the Integration and Advancement of New Americans, CIANA
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About Center for the Integration and Advancement of New Americans, CIANA
Location:
36-12 34th Avenue, 2nd Floor, Astoria, NY 11102, US
Mission Statement
To provide special transitional services which will lead to the successful integration of newcomers into American society while continuing to maintain pride in their own cultural heritage .
Description
Immigrants and refugees will be provided with the tools to emerge from poverty, isolation, and linguistic barriers to become full, productive American citizens. Our services promote family well-being and stability, provide counseling and support services, and expose newcomers to the social, economic and educational opportunities available to them. Professional social services will include ESOL and civics classes, citizenship preparation, adult literacy, child welfare and youth services, legal and immigration assistance, financial literacy, micro credit and finance, employment assistance, and information and referral services. Newcomers will gain a deeper understanding of western culture and how to incorporate its positive qualities into their lives without fear of losing their culture and identity; it will help them shape an identity that encompasses the best of both worlds and prevents their isolation and marginalization.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
31-09 Newtown AveSuite 411Astoria, NY 11102
DATE POSTED
May 7, 2018
SKILLS
- Case Work / Management
- Administrative Support
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
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