About the role#
The Post Resettlement Caseworker Intern supports the resettlement and integration of refugees and immigrants. This role focuses on providing direct services to help clients access basic needs and navigate local systems as they build new lives in their communities.
What you'll do#
- Assist the Post-Resettlement Caseworker in connecting clients to resources for food, clothing, shelter, and medical care.
- Conduct client enrollments, intakes, and surveys.
- Track client meetings and progress using spreadsheets and internal software.
- Counsel clients on ID requirements, assist with scheduling appointments, and accompany clients to appointments when necessary.
- Maintain accurate digital client files while adhering to strict confidentiality and privacy policies.
- Provide translation and interpretation support when needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary institution or graduation within the last two years.
- Undergraduate studies in social sciences, such as Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, International Relations, or Human Resources.
- A strong desire to support refugees and migrant communities.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work in a multicultural environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, data tracking, and file management.
- Ability to work independently with high attention to detail.
- Must be based in the United States.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, NY.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship.
About International Rescue Committee
The International Rescue Committee is a nonprofit organization that provides humanitarian aid to people affected by war and disaster. Founded in 1933, it operates in more than 50 countries and 28 cities across the United States. The organization focuses on areas such as refugee resettlement, health care, and emergency relief. It employs over 13,000 people to support its mission of assisting displaced populations.
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