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International Rescue Committee · 4 months ago

Fall Survivor Services Intern

Tucson, AZ

Internship

Onsite

Intern

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading humanitarian organization that responds to global crises. They are seeking a Survivor Services Intern to assist the Survivor Services Team in providing case management services to victims of crime and survivors of torture, focusing on supporting clients through various appointments and connecting them to necessary resources.

CharityCommunitiesHumanitarianNon ProfitSocial

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Scheduling medical and mental health appointments

Accompanying clients to appointments—including medical, public benefit interviews, and other appointments and services

Advocating for clients to receive linguistically and culturally appropriate services within appointments with service providers

Confirming and reminding clients about upcoming appointments and scheduling transportation

Connecting clients to other available resources/services they may be needing

Performing client feedback surveys about the services they have been receiving

Completing case notes and assisting with documentation audits, needs and data

Other specific projects based on skills and client needs

Qualification

Case managementIntercultural communicationTrauma-informed careMicrosoft OfficeSwahiliDariSpanishAttention to detailFlexibilityWritten communicationSpoken communication

Required

Pursuing an associates, bachelor's and/or Master's degree in social work, anthropology/sociology, international affairs, psychology, or another similar field

Strong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds

Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information

Punctual and reliable

Strong proficiency in Microsoft word programs—including word, excel and powerpoint

Driver's license, personal vehicle, auto insurance, a clean driving record, and willingness to drive clients in personal vehicle

Consistent transportation and ability to transport clients as needed

Attention to detail

Flexibility in changing tasks/based on client needs

Strong written and spoken skills in English required

Preferred

Spanish and/or Swahili, Dari, or other languages preferred

Benefits

10 sick days

10 US holidays

20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure

Medical insurance starting at $143 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

An Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.