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20 people are interested
Casework Assistant
ORGANIZATION: International Rescue Committee (IRC) of Turlock/Modesto
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20 people are interested
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Under the supervision of the Casework Supervisor, the IRC's casework assistants help with various services needed for newly arrived refugees.
Under the supervision of the Casework Supervisor, casework assistants provide services and guidance for newly arrived refugees.
Location:IRC Turlock office (2925 Niagra St., Ste. 6, Turlock, CA 95382) or Modesto office (1209 Woodrow Ave., Suite C4, Modesto, CA 95350)
Time Commitment:Minimum 6 hrs/week for at least four months. Longer volunteer commitments encouraged.
Responsibilities:- Assist the resettlement team with core services such as purchasing household supplies and furniture, household set-up, orientation, purchasing supplies, transportation, and related activities that support the client resettlement process
- Supporting the resettlement team’s efforts to link clients with appropriate educational, health and social services.
- Assist with the timely completion and filing of client records, documentation and case files
- Help with other case management-related tasks when needed
Expertise in cross-cultural communication. Ability to handle sensitive information.
How to Apply:Fill out an application online. If you're a good fit for this opportunity, someone will be in touch with you.
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About International Rescue Committee (IRC) of Turlock/Modesto
Location:
1209 Woodrow Ave., Suite C4, Modesto, CA 95350, US
Mission Statement
The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future.
Description
At work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. The IRC's local offices in Turlock and Modesto operate several highly effective programs to meet a wide variety of refugee newcomers' needs. Our offices ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and we work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency through English language classes, job readiness training and civics services. This year, the IRC in Turlock will resettle refugees from Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran and Syria among other countries.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
International Rescue Committee2925 Niagra St.Suite 6Turlock, CA 95382
DATE POSTED
April 24, 2018
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- Financial Literacy
- Cross-cultural Communication
- Case Work / Management
- Administrative Support
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum 6?hrs/week for at least?four?months.