Anti-Trafficking Program Intern

4 months ago

Richmond, United States International Rescue Committee Part time
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the worldâs 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 50 countries and more than 25 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.

BACKGROUND: Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict.  Domestically, our 28 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.

SCOPE OF WORK: IRC Richmond's Anti-Trafficking program provides outreach and comprehensive case management services to adult and minor survivors of human trafficking. This program is a key contributor in local consortia that raise awareness and coordinate services for survivors of trafficking in the Greater Richmond region. IRC serves clients through a holistic and broad spectrum of support, including but not limited to connecting clients with legal service providers and housing resources, helping clients access public benefits, health providers, and psychosocial services, and offering regular checks-ins to discuss safety and service plans. Through communication and collaboration with partners, program staff glean best practices, maintain a database of appropriate referrals, and have access to a network of professionals with the capacity and knowledge to support their work.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·       The Anti-Trafficking Intern supports staff in all program aspects including:

o   client services

o   partnership engagement

o   community assessment regarding the needs of Survivors in the Richmond region.

·       There will also be a current focus on implementing a series of focus group discussions with survivors and community stakeholders that the intern will likely be able to participate in and/or lead.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Be sensitive to the cultural and personality differences of the refugee clients. 
  • Respect their beliefs and values, which may differ from yours. 

·       Strong interpersonal skills and interest in working with the refugee community

·       Ownership of a car, a valid driverâs license, and car insurance

·       Willingness to transport clients in your personal vehicle

·       Willingness to be flexible and accommodating to client needs

This position is unpaid and reports to the Family Wellbeing Supervisor.

 

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability. 


Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way â 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.

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