Case Management Intern

Denver

Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
Location: Denver
Grade: Internship - Internship
Occupational Groups:
- Refugee rights and well-being
- Protection Officer (Refugee)
- Project and Programme Management
Closing Date:

The case management team is the first point of contact for newly arrived refugees and offerssupport, 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 month 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.

We do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead.

Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.

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