Join us on November 18 for our Knowledge @ Noon free webinar presentation by USCRI Employment Services.
Attracting and retaining talent is a considerable challenge facing employers today. One solution to meet the growing manufacturing workforce need is to capture the skills and abilities of the new American talent pool.
Who should attend:
Human Resources / Talent Acquisition Reps
Plant / Operations Managers
Executive Team / Operations Leads
Since 2005, the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) Albany field office has been assisting our government with the resettlement of more than 6,000 refugees and asylees from Afghanistan, Ukraine, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and other countries. These individuals now call the Capital Region home, and they all have legal status and work authorization. USCRI has placed more than 118 individuals in jobs to date, in 2025. With a variety of skills and experiences, hiring from these groups can fill positions at entry, managerial, and professional levels.
Following the virtual presentation there will be an opportunity for Q&A.
Speakers and Overview
USCRI Employment Services – Ilona Dovgan, Employment Program Manager, Albany NY U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Employment Services Overview
USCRI’s Employment Services program helps refugees, immigrants, and other newcomers achieve self-sufficiency through meaningful employment. We work closely with employers to match motivated, job-ready individuals with workforce needs.
Job Placement: Matching clients with entry-level and skilled positions across industries.
Language & Skills Development: ESL support and referrals to vocational training.
Ongoing Support: Transportation/housing assistance, job coaching, and retention services.
Employer Collaboration: Customized recruitment support, cultural competency guidance, and follow-up to ensure successful placements.
Professional Pathways – Margaret Slotnick, Program Coordinator, Albany NY U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Professional Pathways Overview
The New York State funded Professional Pathways Program connects professionally trained new Americans with employers who need their skills. Our candidates are college graduates (often with advanced degrees) with significant work experience in their home countries, who have often worked for a US government agency, a US contractor, or a multinational corporation or non-profit organization. Participants in the Professional Pathways program undergo stringent screening, training, and continuing support. All enrollees in the Professional Pathways Program speak English, are fully work authorized, and are eager to rebuild their professional careers in their new home.
Questions about this event, contact Don Wiesenforth donw@ceg.org
