International Rescue Committee · 4 months ago
Health Promotion Intern
Elizabeth, NJ
Internship
Onsite
InternThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading humanitarian organization that responds to crises around the world. They are seeking a Health Promotion Intern to assist clients in navigating the U.S. health care system and provide various support services to promote health and wellness among newcomers.
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Responsibilities
Health Promotion Interns will assist IRC NJ clients with a variety of support services, such as Medicaid/New Jersey Family Care follow up, appointment accompaniment, transportation orientations, supported health referrals, and developing health resources for IRC NJ clients
Health Promotion Interns will also provide other direct services to health and wellness clients as needed
Assist the Health and Wellness team in organizing and running regular meetings for clients, such as walk-in hours, health education sessions, and other group activities
Assist clients with Medicaid/New Jersey Family Care follow-up, including application and documentation submission, advocating for and with clients on NJFC hotline, and updating client information with NJFC
Facilitate health and wellness transportation orientations to empower clients to use public transit or other transportation options to attend medical appointments
Accompany clients to appointments to facilitate check-in, presumptive eligibility Medicaid coverage, and confirm interpretation services
Under the supervision of the Health and Wellness Supervisor, assess and monitor client needs and make appropriate community referrals
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in public health, social work, or related field
Available at least 15 hours/week, minimum of 7.5 hours in-person
Experience working with diverse populations, ideally in the context of health and wellness
Willingness to travel in Northern and Central NJ to meet with clients
Solid computer skills, including email, Microsoft Office, Box, among others
Preferred
Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations is highly desirable
Fluency in Spanish, Haitian Creole, Arabic, Dari, or Pashto is 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.
Company
International Rescue Committee
IRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises & helps some of the most vulnerable people from harm to home.
Founded in 1933
10001+ employees
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