Youth Program School-Family Liaison Intern

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Apply for this position with a cover letter and resume, using the IRC Online Application: https://rescueglobal.secure.force.com/volunteer/

Work directly with case management team to oversee school enrollments and partnerships with school districts. The intern will also help to build partnerships with school districts and support families as they learn about the U.S. education system and how to best access the support they need for their children to be successful.

Number of intern positions available: 2
Time commitment: 10 (minimum) per week

Duties:

• Identify the appropriate district and school for every client eligible to be enrolled in school
• Arrange for the enrollment of each client while adhering to the process required by each district (i.e. online, in person, etc.)
• Manage contacts at various school districts
• Manage any special concerns for clients and ensure school districts aware
• Provide updates and raise any concerns to youth program lead intern
• Utilizes youth programming group for cross-team collaboration and communication

Required Skills:

• Strong communication skills
• Comfort taking clients to and from enrollment appointments
• Driver’s license, personal vehicle, auto insurance, and clean driving record required

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with the U.S. education system and/or Colorado public schools

Learning Objective: The intern will gain insight into the U.S. refugee resettlement program and how services are coordinated in Colorado. They will gain hands-on experience working with newly-arrived refugee families and will help families learn about the U.S. education system. The intern will learn to effectively advocate on behalf of refugee students to school districts and will work with schools to build partnerships and understanding about their refugee students.