Introduce newcomers to complex

Introduce newcomers to the complex Netherlands

Refugees who are allowed to stay must arrange everything in the Netherlands. As a Social Counselor you ensure that refugees become self‑reliant.

• Assisting, supporting and coaching refugees during their integration and participation process;
• You familiarize a refugee with the municipality and immediate living environment and you provide information about Dutch society, authorities and laws and regulations;
• You offer practical support with questions and problems regarding housing, finance, education and healthcare;
• You guide refugees in external contacts with various authorities and you support them in building a social network.

The fulfillment of the position of social counselor may differ per location.

• You have at least MBO level and you can work with a computer;
• You are committed and sober and you have a respectful attitude towards your client;
• You have analytical and empathetic skills and you are able to stimulate and motivate;
• You are prepared to follow training courses and to adhere to the guidelines and agreements of the Council for Refugees.

• You enter a stimulating and challenging work environment with room for your own development and initiative;
• You get a training program and opportunities to follow additional training courses;
• You will be guided by a professional professional;
• Plenty of opportunities to learn more about other cultures.
• Expenses are reimbursed.

People all over the world have to flee their lives because of war, political violence, their sexual orientation, descent or religion. Anyone who ends up in the Netherlands can count on the people from the Council for Refugees. We guide refugees from arrival to self‑reliance. This is good for refugees and good for Dutch society. We are enterprising idealists who remain sober and professional.

You too? Then come and strengthen our team as Social Counselor.

The Dutch Council for Refugees focuses on the protection of refugees by promoting:
Legal security through non‑refoulement, recognition and granting of refugee status and offering rights;
Social security through a welcome society where refugees can build a new life in complete safety;
International solidarity with countries that bear heavier burdens and with refugees who often remain without prospects in these countries.

Activities

• Social support - support with integration into society.
• Legal guidance - support with the family reunification procedure.
• Language coaches - one‑on‑one support of language and activation in the neighborhood.
• Employment coaches - Guidance towards volunteering, paid employment and support for finding training.

Look at vluchtelingenwerk.nl/vacature for our volunteer jobs.