Ryan Smith
About Ryan Smith
Ryan Smith serves as a Program Coordinator at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, where he develops individualized service plans and manages program expenditures. He has extensive experience in job readiness training and has worked in various roles to support clients in achieving self-sufficiency.
Work at U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Ryan Smith has been serving as a Program Coordinator at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) since 2020 in Raleigh, North Carolina. In this role, he has developed individualized service plans to assist clients in overcoming barriers to self-sufficiency. His responsibilities include managing program expenditures to ensure adherence to budgets and preparing program reports for agency headquarters and funders. Prior to this position, he worked as a Case Manager at USCRI from 2016 to 2020, where he maintained a caseload of 15-20 cases and achieved self-sufficiency outcomes exceeding 90%.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Smith studied at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in International & Global Human Rights from 2011 to 2015. He also attended Tecnológico de Monterrey, focusing on Spanish and Sociology while participating in an International Student Exchange Program. His educational background supports his expertise in social services and advocacy for humane immigration policies.
Professional Experience in Community Services
In his role as Program Coordinator at USCRI, Ryan Smith has delivered training courses on job readiness, financial responsibility, drivers education, and cultural orientation to clients. He has successfully secured job opportunities for clients by developing and maintaining partnerships with employers. Additionally, he coordinated the use of Case Aides and interpreters to provide necessary support to refugee program staff.
Volunteer Management and Community Outreach
Ryan Smith has recorded and tracked volunteer service hours and in-kind contributions to meet Matching Grant requirements. He has engaged in community outreach and advocacy efforts aimed at promoting just and humane immigration and social policies. His work has involved maintaining case file documentation and ensuring compliance with agency standards.
Long-Term Employment at Bonefish Grill
Since 2009, Ryan Smith has worked at Bonefish Grill as a Bartender and Server in Greensboro and Cary, North Carolina. His long-term employment in the hospitality industry complements his community service work, showcasing his ability to balance multiple roles effectively.