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Organization: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Country: United States
Field location: Denver
Office: The IRC in Denver, CO
Requisition ID: req46889
Job Title: Case Management Intern
Sector: Social Work
Employment Category: Intern
Employment Type: Part-Time
Compensation: USD 0.00 – 0.00 Hourly
Location: Denver, CO USA
Work Arrangement: In-person
Job Description
Please note: This is an unpaid internship position. No financial compensation, including compensation or visa sponsorship for relocation, is available.
The case management team is the first point of contact for newly arrived refugees and offers support, guidance and counseling through all stages of resettlement. The Case Management Intern position is an opportunity for individuals to learn about the various services Caseworkers provide to newly arrived refugees. Interns are encouraged to assist clients in the field while also shadowing Caseworkers and learning about the documentation of all services provided. Case Management Interns will assist Caseworkers in delivering direct client services, especially within the clients’ first three months of resettlement.
Time Commitment: 8-10 hours per week (3 months minimum; 6+ months preferred)
Duties:
Assist with pre arrival preparation such as purchasing food and delivering supplies
Transport clients and help them cash their checks, purchase new cell phones, and become oriented at the
grocery store
Work with interpreters
Assist clients in applying for social security cards
Assist Caseworkers in case noting activities with clients, case filing, and supporting the team to complete
various tasks
Preferred Skills:
Enthusiasm and desire to try new tasks
Experience working with English language learners
Required Skills & Competencies:
Ability to transport clients in a reliable vehicle
Flexibility and wiliness to support other staff members and departments
Ability to maintain and respect client’s confidentiality
Learning Objectives: The Case Management Intern will gain much knowledge about the process of resettling newly arrived refugees and will gain experience in completing the logistical tasks. Interns will be given the opportunity to interact with clients directly and find creative ways to communicate while encouraging the clients to be self-sufficient. Interns will also learn about documentation that is required by the government and they will
become familiar with working with government entities such as the Social Security Administration and US Citizenship & Immigration.
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Website:https://rescue.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/46889?c=rescue&source=unjobs
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