Intensive Case Management Intern (BSW/MSW)
ORGANIZATION: International Rescue Committee
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SCOPE OF WORK for BSW/ MSW Interns: An ICM Intern works closely with the Intensive
Case Management (ICM) caseworker to address barriers to health and wellness for refugee and
displaced clients with severe physical or mental health conditions, the elderly, LGBTQ+ clients,
single-headed households, and victims of sexual assault and gender-based violence enrolled in
the Intensive Case Management (ICM) or Supplemental Case Management (SCM) programs.
ICM Interns will be responsible for checking in on the well-being of clients, providing
comprehensive support when needed, and building clients’ self-sufficiency.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assist with client check-ins in person, over the phone or through camera (as preferred by
the client).
* Develop individualized plans with detailed action steps based on client needs.
* Evaluate clients on progress on individualized plans during benchmark periods.
* Assist in scheduling client health and social service appointments and coordinating
transportation as needed.
* Coordinate with service providers and make referrals as needed.
* Accompany clients to in-person appointments as needed.
* Educate clients on the U.S. healthcare and benefits systems.
* Explore community resources and connect with outside organizations.
* Keep thorough and accurate case file documentation in IRC’s database.
* Keep all digital files up to date and create new digital client files as needed.
* Communicate client concerns and potential challenges to ICM caseworkers.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
1. Deliver services to clients in accordance with NASW guidelines and objectives
articulated in the intern’s learning contract.
2. Acquire a thorough understanding of the U.S refugee resettlement process and services
available to clients resettled by the IRC within the context of a social work internship.
3. Develop essential skills in identifying clients' needs, efficiently coordinating medical care,
social services support, and establishing connections to vital supportive services within
the community.
4. Hone expertise in conducting wellness assessments at designated intervals post ICM/
SCM enrollment, and maintaining comprehensive case file documentation of all direct
services rendered.
REQUIREMENTS:
* Qualifications include:
- Presently enrolled in a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social
Work (MSW), or having recently attained a BSW or MSW degree. - Previous experience and/ or a strong interest in working with refugees and
immigrants. - Bilingual proficiency in one of the following languages for
interpretation/translation purposes: Haitian/ Creole, French, Spanish, Dari,
Pashto, or Arabic. - Commitment to fulfilling a minimum of 15 hours or the maximum number of
stipulated as outlined by school’s field manual. - Commitment to participating in a hybrid work environment with availability for in-
person work on Wednesdays (in-person requirement can be amended as
needed).
Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility and reliability to meet the diverse needs of client needs.
- Proficiency in digital literacy, including knowledge of databases and computer
programs such as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook). - Willingness to use IRC-provided laptops for all tasks and adhere to IRC
acceptable use policies.
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Location:
263 West 38th Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10018, US
Mission Statement
International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in more than 50 countries and over 28 U.S. cities, the IRC provides resettlement, education and empowerment support to refugees and displaced people.
Description
Our programs in New York:
- Resettlement - The resettlement program offers services for refugees within the first 90 days of arrival which include access to safe housing, culturally-appropriate food, health screenings, cultural orientation, referrals for English training, employment assistance and other benefits.
- Economic Empowerment - The employment services team provides both immediate assistance accessing entry-level positions and long-term support for people to get recertified in their chosen career fields.
- Education & Learning - Children & Youth programs offer comprehensive academic and social-emotional supports that leverage younger clients’ resilience, talents, and ambitions to help them achieve their full potential. Through our Family Education programs, we promote early self-sufficiency among newly arrived adults, and longer term, ongoing support for continuing education, career development, and citizenship preparation.
- Immigration - The IRC provides high-quality, low-cost immigration legal services, filing applications and petitions for adjustment of status, Deferred Action for Early Childhood Arrivals (DACA), family reunification, and naturalization applications.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
DATE POSTED
November 15, 2024
SKILLS
- Arabic
- Hatian / Creole
- Spanish
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- 15 hrs/wk