University YMCA & New American Welcome Center
The University YMCA, founded in 1873, develops campus and community leaders committed to social justice, environmental protection, interfaith cooperation and global engagement by fostering dialogue, reflection and action. Established in 2017, the Y’s New American Welcome Center (NAWC) works to co-create a community where all immigrants can thrive and flourish by engaging local institutions and mobilizing community resources to ensure equitable access to services, economic opportunity, and meaningful belonging.
Job Description
Compensation
This is an at-will, part-time position averaging 20 hours per week, with an hourly wage range of $17.00 to $20.00, negotiable based on experience. It is funded through June 30, 2026 and depends on funding availability and job performance.
Requirements
● A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is preferred.
● Fluency in both written and spoken Chinese is required.
● Ability to work a flexible schedule at times, including some evenings andweekends.
● Valid driver’s license,good driving recordand access to a reliablevehicle.
● Technical proficiency in all Microsoft Officeapplications and Google Suite.
● Experience using Adobe, Canva, Facebook,Salesforce, Slack and WhatsApp.
● Organize events to disseminate vitalinformation for the community.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
● Provide limited scope case management.
● Track client data accurately and precisely with attention to detail.
● Build and maintain trusting relationships with underserved communities by providing frequent face-to-face opportunities to meet where community members live, work, and spend time.
● Build and maintain trusting relationships with communityorganizations, leaders, and partners who are immersed and involved in the Champaign County immigrant community.
● Identify barriers and enact strategies to overcome accessto community resources and civic engagement opportunities for the immigrantcommunity.
● Contribute to outreach and education programs and advocate for the rights of immigrants.
● Work with NAWC staff and volunteers to provide seamless and effective continuity of service for program participants.
Performother duties as assigned
Essential Knowledge & Skills
● Strong commitment to the enfranchisement and empowerment of immigrant communities
● Ability to work with people across diverse personalities, lifestyles, cultures, political orientations, and faiths
● Impeccable integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed.
