What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Anti-Trafficking and Victim Services Case Management Intern position at International Rescue Committee?
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
Scope Of Work
The Anti-Trafficking & Victim Services Intern on the Safety & Wellness Team provides intensive case management to victims of crime and victims of human trafficking living in Arizona. They will work closely with the program caseworkers and Anti-Trafficking & Victim Services Team to provide culturally competent, comprehensive services to refugee, foreign national, and immigrant survivors. Additionally, they will learn how to provide trauma-informed, person-centered, strengths-based services that promote health and safety, inspire confidence, respects choice, and assists survivors towards self-determination as they become active members of their community.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Anti-Trafficking & Victim Services Supervisor and Caseworkers, interns will assist with the following:
IRC leading the way from harm to home.
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Scope Of Work
The Anti-Trafficking & Victim Services Intern on the Safety & Wellness Team provides intensive case management to victims of crime and victims of human trafficking living in Arizona. They will work closely with the program caseworkers and Anti-Trafficking & Victim Services Team to provide culturally competent, comprehensive services to refugee, foreign national, and immigrant survivors. Additionally, they will learn how to provide trauma-informed, person-centered, strengths-based services that promote health and safety, inspire confidence, respects choice, and assists survivors towards self-determination as they become active members of their community.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Anti-Trafficking & Victim Services Supervisor and Caseworkers, interns will assist with the following:
- Learn how to provide trauma informed and victim centered services to vulnerable refugees and immigrants that have experienced significant trauma;
- Provide direct service to clients through one-on-one interactions (in office and home visits);
- Provide training for the clients including cultural orientation, transportation, life skills, job readiness training, banking, budgeting classes and client rights and responsibilities;
- Assist clients with connecting to community resources (including: food banks, libraries, shelters, etc.);
- Coordinate individual appointment logistics with health or social providers;
- Provide transportation for client appointments, as needed;
- Collaborate with IRC staff and community partners to enhance activities and supplement services to clients;
- Assist with facilitating psycho-social support groups when needed;
- Research other community resources and continue to expand the resource lists;
- Document all activities in case notes and send weekly client reports;
- Input client data in tracking systems;
- Other relevant program support duties, as assigned.
- Cultural competency & consideration
- Excellent written & verbal skills
- Proficient with Excel & other Microsoft Office applications
- Self-starter, ability to complete projects with minimal supervision
- Access to reliable, insured vehicle
- Interest in public health, social work, or international studies preferred, but not required
- Computer literacy, data base experience preferred
- Ability to take initiative and work independently
- Empathy and open mindedness across-cultural environment
- Strong organizational skills
- Must be comfortable working with the LGBTQ community and Asylum Seekers
- Level One Fingerprint Clearance
- Ability to pass IRC background check
IRC leading the way from harm to home.
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
