International Rescue Committee · 1 month ago
Youth Program Intern - UNPAID
Richmond, VA
Internship
Onsite
InternThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading humanitarian organization that responds to crises worldwide. The Youth Program Intern will assist the Youth Program Specialist in planning and implementing school orientation classes for refugees and immigrants, helping them navigate the American school system and connecting them with community resources.
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Responsibilities
Assist IRC staff with outreach and coordination to clients
Follow up with clients to make sure they have all information for appointments and events
Assist IRC staff with implementation of School Orientation:
Follow up with students to confirm their class attendance
Follow a set curriculum for School Orientation to assist parents in understanding the US school system
Administer a pre/post-test for class participants
Report any difficulties or client concerns to IRC Youth Caseworker
Assist with PowerSchool Account set up
Enroll parents in the online school system and assist them to download the application on their phones
Show parents how to navigate the site and interpret the attendance/grades information that is provided
Assist parents to think critically about ways that they can support their children in their school journey
Continued client support and resource connections
Follow IRC staff directives to further assist families who may need more support navigating the school system
Connect clients with relevant community resources and assist them in enrollment (Library card, Museums for All Membership, etc.)
Assist with tutoring program
Help transfer tutor case notes from Microsoft form to ETO platform
Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy, practice respect and consideration of clients’ varied backgrounds and experiences respect client beliefs and values
Other support as needed for all youth programming
Qualification
Required
Respect and awareness of global backgrounds and experiences, and a desire to help refugees adjust to life in the U.S
Background in education or experience working with families formally or informally
Patience, understanding, and flexibility
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Effective communication skills, especially in a cross-global environment
Engaged in learning about the IRC (mission, philosophy, global work, and local efforts) and willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies
Preferred
Undergraduate or graduate level studies in education, social work, international relations, social sciences, or related field preferred
Proficiency in more than one language preferred but not required (especially Dari, Pashto, Arabic, Spanish, and Kinyarwanda)
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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