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Intensive Case Management Intern (BSW/MSW, Unpaid)

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International Rescue Committee

Mar 28

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Part-time
    Starts on Jun 30
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  • Legal
  • Elizabeth

Requirements

  • Presently enrolled in a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW), or having recently attained a BSW or MSW degree.
  • Previous experience and/ or a strong interest in working with refugees and immigrants.
  • Bilingual proficiency in one of the following languages for interpretation/translation purposes: Haitian/ Creole, French, Spanish, Dari, Pashto, or Arabic.
  • Commitment to fulfilling a minimum of 15 hours or the maximum number of stipulated as outlined by school’s field manual.
  • Commitment to participating in a hybrid work environment with availability for in-person work on Wednesdays (in-person requirement can be amended as needed).
  • Skills:
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Flexibility and reliability to meet the diverse needs of client needs.
  • Proficiency in digital literacy, including knowledge of databases and computer programs such as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Willingness to use IRC-provided laptops for all tasks and adhere to IRC acceptable use policies.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with client check-ins in person, over the phone or through camera (as preferred by the client).
  • Develop individualized plans with detailed action steps based on client needs.
  • Evaluate clients on progress on individualized plans during benchmark periods.
  • Assist in scheduling client health and social service appointments and coordinating transportation as needed.
  • Coordinate with service providers and make referrals as needed.
  • Accompany clients to in-person appointments as needed.
  • Educate clients on the U.S. healthcare and benefits systems.
  • Explore community resources and connect with outside organizations.
  • Keep thorough and accurate case file documentation in IRC’s database.
  • Keep all digital files up to date and create new digital client files as needed.
  • Communicate client concerns and potential challenges to ICM caseworkers.

International Rescue Committee

We respond to the world’s worst humanitarian crises & help people to survive, recover, and gain control of their future.

Non-profit
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1933
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and help people to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees and displaced people forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40+ countries and in 29 U.S. cities, the IRC restores safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.