Spring 2025 Resettlement Casework Intern

International Rescue Committee
United States, Florida, Tallahassee
Nov 02, 2024
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 RESETTLEMENT CASEWORK INTERN WORK: The Resettlement Program is the first point of contact for newly arrived refugees and offers support, guidance and counseling though all stages of resettlement. Case Managers provide initial services to orient refugees to life in the U.S., including (but not limited to) securing housing, addressing medical concerns, registering children in school, applying for Social Security and State ID cards, and linking refugees to our internal and mainstream services. Case Managers also offer counseling in home-budgeting, crisis intervention, family counseling and other areas of social adjustment. Employment is an essential element in helping refugees become economically self-sufficient. Please note that all internships are unpaid. This position requires a minimum of 15 hours a week for 3 consecutive months. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Resettlement Casework Intern will assist case managers with the following tasks: Working with IRC Case Management team to complete core resettlement services Assisting with quality assurance (QA) process, scanning, and uploading documents Assisting clients in completing change of address forms (AR-11) Providing transportation from/to appointments, and grocery shopping Conducting wellness checks with clients Dropping off important documentation to client homes Providing general administrative support such as case notes and documentation Assisting with client walk-in days and screening clients Connecting refugees with the medical providers Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: REQUIREMENTS: Excellent communication and writing skills Organized with attention to detail Able to work independently and under pressure An interest in international and refugee issues Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects Strong desire to help people and enthusiasm for working in a multi-cultural setting Computer literacy - preferably with PC systems A car/driver's license is beneficial Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard This will be anin-personrole. This position will report to theCaseworkSupervisor. 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. Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.