Services For Older Refugees Intern (unpaid)

International Rescue Committee Inc

Elizabeth, United States
Base: unpyid; bonus/equity: not specified; benefit...
Hybrid
Trauma-informed case management
Client intake and assessment
Referral and advocacy services
The Services for Older Refugees (SOR) Intern will work under the supervision of the SOR Caseworker to provide trauma-informed case management to elder refugees, asylees and other humanitarian entrants to support their integration, independence and well-being

Job Summary

  • The Services for Older Refugees (SOR) Intern will work under the supervision of the SOR Caseworker to provide trauma-informed case management to elder refugees, asylees and other humanitarian entrants to support their integration, independence and well-being.
  • This internship is unpaid and requires a minimum commitment of 15 hours per week, with hours completed either virtually or through a combination of in person and virtual time.
  • IRC offers a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits in the US, including paid time off, medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement savings plans, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Matching Summary

The Services for Older Refugees (SOR) Intern will work under the supervision of the SOR Caseworker to provide trauma-informed case management to elder refugees, asylees and other humanitarian entrants to support their integration, independence and well-being.

Salary

Base: Unpaid; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Trauma-informed case management
  • Client intake and assessment
  • Referral and advocacy services
  • Database documentation
  • Client confidentiality

Nice-to-have

  • Solutions-driven change-maker
  • Positive impact on lives
  • Adaptable to dynamic environment
  • Cross-cultural communication skills

Key Requirements

  • US citizen or US work authorization
  • Post-secondary enrollment or recent graduate
  • Experience with refugee or immigrant populations
  • Ability to work a hybrid schedule
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Work Rights

US citizen or US work authorization

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