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Intensive Case Management Intern

Qualifications of Intensive Case Management Intern:

  • Location: United States
  • Vacancy No: 58727
  • Salary: N/A
  • Organization: IRC International Rescue Committee
  • Deadline: Varies

Brief details about Intensive Case Management Intern:

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Information about the organization that has offered the job:

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 VOLUNTEER WORK:

The intensive case management (ICM) program offers essential support to our most vulnerable refugee clients, guiding clients on their journey to self-sufficiency during their crucial first years in the U.S. ICM clients include single parent families, LGBTQ+, survivors of domestic violence, and clients with complex medical and mental health needs. Our services include comprehensive assistance in health, employment, finances, DWS, education, housing, family, and community integration. As a casework intern, you will collaborate closely with experienced ICM caseworkers, gaining valuable insights and hands-on experience in all facets of our impactful casework program.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•            Shadowing caseworkers and learning how to deliver core services

•            Assisting clients with core services, including but not limited to:

o            Benefits applications

o            Bus and grocery store orientations

o            Job search and applications

o            Delivering food and in-kind donation items

o            Personal finance and bill payment

o            Transportation to appointments

o            Medical insurance navigation

o            Home visits

o            Client relocations

•            Referring and connecting clients to community services

•            Assisting walk-in clients, as needed

•            Supporting caseworkers in data compliance, including case filing, case noting, data entry, and tracking

•            Participation in weekly casework team meetings

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

1.          Understand how state and federal policies affect services to clients.

2.          Experience working with diverse populations.

3.          Learn the social work interventions/models used at the agency and will practice applying social work theories/approaches to cases (strengths, empowerment, ecological, systems, etc.).

4.          Learn how to navigate and understand social benefits and resources available in our Utah communities.

Minimum Qualifications:

REQUIREMENTS:

  •  Must be currently enrolled in a graduate/undergraduate program, or have graduated less than 6 months ago
  •  Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English; fluency in additional foreign language preferred.
  •   Background in social work OR other related fields
  •   Experience working with refugees/diverse populations, elderly, domestic violence survivors, of people with disabilities
  •   Motivated, flexible and ability to work independently, prioritize, and manage time effectively
  •   Strong computer skill with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
  •   Demonstrated ability to communicate and work as a team member in a cross-cultural   environment
  •  IRC orientation and background check required

This is an unpaid volunteer position. No financial compensation, including compensation for relocation, is available.

POSISTION LOGISTICS:

  •  Length of Service: Fall 2025
  •  Start Date: September 8th
  •   End Date: December 19th
  • Hours: 15-20 hours per week, in 4+ hour blocks
  •  Supervisor: Shafi Bahaduri

IRC leading the way from harm to home.

 

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.

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