Winter/Spring Internship - Case Management Intern- Unpaid Job at International Rescue Committee, Denver, CO

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  • International Rescue Committee
  • Denver, CO

Job Description

Requisition ID: req56431

Job Title: Winter/Spring Internship - Case Management Intern- Unpaid

Sector: Social Work

Employment Category: Intern

Employment Type: Part-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Denver, CO USA

Work Arrangement: In-person

Job Description

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW : The Case Management Intern position is an opportunity for individuals to learn about and support the
caseworkers in providing services to newly arrived refugees. The Case Management Intern will carry a
small caseload of refugee clients under the supervision of a caseworker to provide key services such
as community navigation, vital document acquisition, home safety orientations, and service planning.
This internship is an opportunity to learn more about the nuances of refugee resettlement and the
experience of a caseworker within the social work field.

COMMITMENT: 10-12 hours per week; January 6 - May 16, 2025Weekly schedule to be determined by supervisor and intern.

COMPENSATION :This is an unpaid internship. Interns receive mileage reimbursement when driving is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Carry out the core services required for refugee resettlement under the supervision of a caseworker
•Meet with clients at the IRC office and in their homes
•Provide logistical and coordination support as well as direct client assistance for pre- and post-arrival
•Communicate with clients by phone and in-person using interpretation services
•Develop resources and instruction materials for clients and for volunteers assisting clients with services
•Transport clients to appointments and assist them in navigating community resources
•Administrative assistance - case-noting activities with clients, case filing, and supporting the team to complete
various admin tasks

Learning Objectives: The Case Management Intern will gain much knowledge about the process of resettling newly arrived refugees and will gain experience in completing the logistical tasks. Interns will gain case management experience and
learn how to provide services for refugee populations. Interns will be given the opportunity to interact with clients
directly and find creative ways to communicate while encouraging the clients to be self-sufficient. Interns will also
learn about documentation that is required by the government and they will become familiar with working with
government entities such as the Social Security Administration and US Citizenship & Immigration.

TO APPLY :

Interested applicants should submit an online application along with cover letter and resume to

. Qualified applicants will be selected for an initial phone screening with the Volunteer Coordinator.

QUESTIONS? Email ircdenver.volunteer@rescue.org

This is an unpaid internship position. No financial compensation, including compensation for
relocation, is available.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without
regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status,
veteran status or disability.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Competencies:
•Ability to perform duties independently
•Safe driving record and ability to transport clients in a reliable personal vehicle
•Excellent communication skills
•Cross cultural and leadership experience
•Flexibility in a fast-paced environment where priorities and tasks can change rapidly
•Ability to maintain and respect client's confidentiality International Rescue Committee

Job Tags

Part time, Relocation,

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