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Casework Intern

International Rescue Committee
United States, Utah, Salt Lake City
May 04, 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 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. SCOPE OF WORK: The case management program includes providing core services to new arrivals, and helping clients work towards self-sufficiency during their first 12-15 months in the U.S. in the areas of health, employment, finances, DWS, education, housing, family, and community. Casework interns work closely with the casework supervisors and caseworkers throughout their internship, assisting and learning about all aspects of the casework program. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * New arrival services: assist with airport pickup, home safety orientation, grocery shopping, apply for social security card, apply for benefits at DWS, activate EBT card, lease signing, setting up utilities, office intake, furniture delivery, bus orientations, paying bills, home safety & cleaning orientation, etc. * Core Services: ESL & public school enrollment, cultural orientation, housing applications, transportation to appointments * Employment search: work with individual clients to learn about their skills and prior work experience, search for jobs, create resumes, and assist with interview preparation * Needs assessment, budgeting, action plans, home visits * Referral and connection to community services * Files, case notes, data entry, participation in case staffing and staff meetings Minimum Qualifications: REQUIREMENTS: * Background in social work OR other related fields * Experience working with refugees/diverse populations * 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 * Must be currently enrolled in a graduate/undergraduate program, or have graduated less than 6 months ago POSISTION LOGISTICS: * Length of Service: 14+ weeks * Compensation: This an unpaid internship * Hours: 20-40 hours a week, in 4+ hour blocks * Program Manager: Tee Mu, Casework Program Manager 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.