International Rescue Committee Phoenix · 4 months ago
Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) Intern (unpaid)
Elizabeth, NJ
Internship
Onsite
InternThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. The RCA Intern will support the RCA Coordinator and Specialists in providing cash assistance to eligible immigrants, ensuring compliance with program requirements.
Non-profit Organization Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
The RCA Intern will work closely with the RCA Coordinator and RCA Specialists to provide cash assistance to eligible immigrants, as part of IRC’s Intake and Casework team that provides a range of services to clients, including employment support and case management
The RCA intern will work closely with the RCA team to provide timely and accurate cash assistance services in accordance with client eligibility and program requirements
The primary responsibilities are to support the RCA Coordinator and RCA Specialists with data entry and documentation for the RCA program, including:
Processing and organizing client documents and information, including monthly redetermination data and paystubs
Documenting client interactions in accordance with program requirements, including entering case notes, updating case files, and maintaining other spreadsheets and records to ensure program accuracy and compliance
Preparing client documentation, such as termination and benefits letters
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Interns must be based in US
must be a US citizen or have US work authorization
must be enrolled in post-secondary institution or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within last 2 years
Experience with data entry, case management/ case noting software, and maintaining accurate client records
Previous experience and/ or a strong interest in working with refugees and immigrants. Alternatives accepted include internships, volunteer work, or related projects
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively work with diverse populations
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Preferred
Bilingual proficiency Haitian Creole or Spanish is preferred
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. Alternatives accepted include internships, volunteer work, or related projects
Company
International Rescue Committee Phoenix
Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster.
Founded in 1994
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase