Resettlement Assistance Intern

3 weeks ago

New York NY United States International Rescue Committee Full time
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 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 delivers 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.

Resettlement is at the heart of the IRC's work with refugees. Services provided meet refugees' basic needs for food, shelter and legal rights in the early, critical stages of the long-term resettlement process. All activities lay the foundation for clients to become self-sufficient and contribute positively to their new community. TheResettlement Assistance Intern will help in some of the most vital areas of refugee resettlement work.Interns assist with core services including: applying for and enrolling clients in social service programs and school enrollment, airport pick-up assistance, and other case management related tasks. Interns will gain experience networking with community service providers and communicating with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.

Please note that this is an unpaid position.

This is an in-person position.


RESPONSIBILITES:

  • Manage client files and track necessary services
  • Assist Case Managers in enrolling clients to eligible community services
  • Coordinate with Case Management to ensure services are being received

CLEARANCES:
All offers are contingent on successfully passing background and criminal history checks as required by federal and state law or by IRC policy. All interns are required to hold an Arizona State Level One fingerprint clearance card.

COMMITMENT:
-SUMMER: Minimum 15 hrs/wk for 3 months
-FALL/SPRING: Minimum 15 hrs/wk for 14 weeks
-Primary availability during IRC business hours (M-F; 9:00am-5:00pm)
(Preference given to applicants able to make multi-term commitment)

Reports To: Caseworker as assigned; Lucinda Stokes-Williams, Resettlement Manager

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Pursuing a degree in a related field
  • Punctuality, excellent time management skills, and a flexible schedule
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information
  • Proficiency in a foreign language is preferred, but not required
  • Strong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds
  • Driver's license, personal vehicle, auto insurance, a clean driving record, and willingness to drive clients in personal vehicle
  • Technology requirements:
  • Interns will be required to use their own technology tools to work on virtual opportunities.IRC is not responsible for any personal device expenses such as personal smartphones, tablets, hotspots, data charges, etc.All personal devices must:
    -Be kept current with all operating system updates and security patches,
    -Use a password or PIN with a minimum of 4 characters to log onto smartphones and tablets and 8 alpha and numeric characters for a Laptop.
    -Have lock screen set to 10 minutes or less with a password required to unlock the device
    -Configurations must be set to delete all data or lock after 10 unsuccessful attempts to enter a password or PIN. Lockout period must be no less than 30 minutes.
    -Additional policy details will be discussed during orientation and training.

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.

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