Services offered to refugees and immigrants with employment authorization documents seeking help with: Employment Social services/case management, English as a Second Language (ESOL), Naturalization preparation, Referrals to medical providers and community mental health centers, Enrolloment in Medicaid, SNAP and other public benefits, Vaccinations, Drivers Licenses, Legal assistance, Public school enrollment

The primary goal is to assist refugees in their quest for economic self-sufficiency and successful integration as soon as possible following arrival. Refugee Program staff work closely with partner organizations to support refugee integration.

ORIS offers a variety of programs for New Americans including case management services, employment, healthcare, housing, immigration legalization, financial literacy and more. In addition, The Healthy Families Program utilizes education-based prevention, skill-building community workshops, and direct client service to improve wellness within familial relationships. This program has a focus in violence prevention, as well as directly assisting victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking victims in a manner that affirms the survivors’ culture.

We help clients secure gainful employment by providing pre-employment counseling, which includes: How to create a resume or fill out application How to look for and find appropriate jobs What to expect during interviews and how to prepare Importance of maintaining employment Basic workplace etiquette (punctuality, hygiene, etc.) Emphasize workforce readiness and stability Transportation and interpretation during the application, interview, and orientation processes.

Services offered to refugees and immigrants with employment authorization documents seeking help with: Employment Social services/case management, English as a Second Language (ESOL), Naturalization preparation, Referrals to medical providers and community mental health centers, Enrolloment in Medicaid, SNAP and other public benefits, Vaccinations, Drivers Licenses, Legal assistance, Public school enrollment