Ready for a fast-paced role that makes a real difference? You'll manage a diverse caseload of refugee families across Lincolnshire—from Sleaford and Bourne to Spalding, Skegness, and Boston. This dynamic position means you'll be on the move, so a full UK driving licence, access to a car, and a willingness to travel (including regular team meetings in Derby) are essential. Join us in empowering refugee families as they rebuild their lives. We're looking for someone with a positive, proactive outlook who will play a key role in delivering excellent support. You'll embody our values and ethos, helping build vibrant communities where every refugee can contribute and thrive Job Purpose: Assisting in the resettlement of vulnerable refugees and Afghan evacuees through the provision of advice, guidance, and support. Context of the role. Upbeat Communities delivers several services to welcome refugees and support them to rebuild their lives. We are looking to recruit an Integration Worker who will offer support working on the refugee resettlement scheme. Refugee resettlement takes place across Derbyshire and Lincolnshire. Over the past 7 years, Upbeat Communities has welcomed and played a key part in the resettlement of Syrian refugees in partnership with local authorities in both counties. This role has included supporting families to apply for universal credit and set up bank accounts, registering with GPs and local schools in addition to integrating into their local community. Since the summer of 2021, we have taken on responsibility for the resettlement of Afghan families in both regions. Key Responsibilities: Direct Support for Refugees Facilitate initial reception and orientation. Provide advice on benefits, housing, health, education, and employment. Accompany individuals and families to appointments. Promoting Integration and Independence Encourage engagement in community activities. Foster empowerment through supportive relationships based on mutual respect and trust. Liaise with local authorities and services for smooth registration and referrals. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure access to mainstream services. Community Engagement and Awareness Work with local voluntary and community organisations to foster a welcoming environment. Deliver awareness sessions about resettlement schemes to stakeholders. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Development Participate in reviews and development of the resettlement scheme. Contribute to monitoring and evaluation processes. Team Contribution Engage in team meetings, staff training, and organisational events. Person Specification: Essential Criteria: Emotional Intelligence & Compassion in Action: o Understands the importance of recognising and managing emotions in oneself and others. o Recognises the value of care and commitment to making a positive impact in relationships and the community. Personal Growth and Empowerment: o Acknowledges the importance of feedback and personal growth with a willingness to learn. o Understands the importance of providing others with support to make decisions and grow. Organisational Skills: o Manages tasks efficiently, prioritises effectively, and operates professionally in high-pressure situations. o Understands the importance of prioritising workload and meeting deadlines under pressure. Technical Knowledge: o Has basic knowledge of email and Microsoft Office tools, with limited practical experience. Understanding Refugee Needs: o Demonstrates knowledge of and sensitivity to refugee and asylum seeker needs, actively supporting their wellbeing and empowerment. Adaptability and Problem-Solving: o Recognises the importance of adapting to change and managing multiple tasks. o Recognises issues and seeks guidance to contribute to potential solutions. Communication and Collaboration: o Understands the importance of effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders. Ethics and Inclusivity: o Understands the importance of ethical behaviour and maintaining confidentiality. o Recognises the value of cultural diversity and the importance of inclusivity. The right to work in the UK. Full UK Driving licence and access to your own transport. Desirable Criteria: Previous experience working with refugees and asylum seekers. Experience of working with families and children. Experience in delivering workshops or community events. Fluency in a relevant community language.