BACKGROUND

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 28 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. Domestically, our 28 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency. 

SCOPE OF WORK

The Refugee Health and Social Integration Intern will work in close coordination with case management teams to serve refugees and other vulnerable immigrants who are struggling to navigate various systems, such as the U.S. healthcare system, and access resources and services. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Work directly with IRC clients to assess their needs and priorities, collaborating with them to create service plans and deliver ongoing case management. 
• Guide clients to various appointments, including but not limited to appointments with lawyers, law enforcement, health care, and public benefit providers.
• Engage in community mapping to identify and refer clients to external resources. Engage in community outreach activities to identify potential clients and increase IRC visibility.
• Assist in maintaining quality control of files.
• Other tasks as assigned.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES 

• Intern will gain case management experience by interacting with and assisting vulnerable clients.
• Intern will acquire detailed knowledge of the US healthcare system.
• Intern will learn reporting requirements for resettlement agencies and how to capture data to improve services.
• Intern will learn or improve intercultural communication skills.