Intensive Case Management Intern (Unpaid)

International Rescue Committee•Elizabeth, NJ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) works in the United States to welcome newly arrived refugees and immigrants, support them in their resettlement, and provide holistic services to help them build new lives in their communities. The Intensive Case Management program works one-on-one with clients to assess their needs and coordinate services accordingly, especially for those facing barriers to essential services and medical care during their first few years in the U.S.

Requirements

Must be based in the U.S.
Must be enrolled in a post-secondary institution or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within the last 2 years.
Current enrollment at a college or university for Social Work, Psychology, Public Health or a related field, or 1-2 years of experience in any of these fields.
Previous experience and/or a strong interest in working with refugees and immigrants. Alternatives accepted include internships, volunteer work, or related projects.
Commitment to participating in a hybrid work environment with availability for in-person work as needed for office work, donation drop-offs, client accompaniment to appointments, home visits, etc.
Personal transportation or extensive familiarity with public transit is required.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's or master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, or a related field is preferred.
Certifications and licenses in social work, case management, or medical case management preferred.
Bilingual proficiency in one of the following languages: Haitian Creole, French, Spanish, Dari, Pashto, or Arabic is preferred.
Experience with data entry, case management/ case noting software, and maintaining accurate client records.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively work with diverse populations.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with the ICM Team to assist with a variety of client-centered tasks.
Evaluate skill and resource gaps for clients.
Build resiliency and self-sufficiency for clients.
Leverage community connections to enhance support for refugee and displaced individuals.
Provide support to clients with severe physical or mental health conditions, the elderly, LGBTQ+ clients, single-headed households, and victims of sexual assault and gender-based violence participating in the Intensive Case Management (ICM) or Supplemental Case Management (SCM) programs.

Benefits

10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
Medical insurance starting at $163 per month
Dental starting at $6.50 per month
Vision starting at $5 per month
FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
A 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
Disability & life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles