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Fall Internship - Family Stabilization Intern

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International Rescue Committee

May 27

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Part-time
    Starts on Aug 22
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Government & Politics
  • Denver

Requirements

  • Preferred Skills:
  • Patient, organized, independent
  • Able to respond compassionately and appropriately while working with people facing severe mental health needs or safety concerns, with supervision support
  • Experience working with diverse populations and building trusting relationship across cultures
  • Required Skills:
  • Must be enrolled in a graduate program in Social Work or Counseling
  • Second year student or advanced standing
  • Comfortable with a high level of client interaction
  • Must be able to transport clients in a reliable vehicle

Responsibilities

  • Work alongside Family Stabilization Specialists to support high-need refugees facing concerns related to severe mental health, domestic violence, child abuse, substance abuse, elder abuse, sexual assault, and suicide ideation
  • Utilize interpretation to provide psycho-education and social-emotional support to clients
  • Practice a trauma-informed approach, recognizing and drawing on client’s individual strengths to reach client goals
  • Assist and educate refugees in accessing community resources and support programs, support with referrals
  • Provide case coordination helping clients overcome barriers in accessing services, including providing transportation to and from appointments when necessary
  • Maintain positive partnerships with services providers to ensure clients have access to culturally and linguistically appropriate service
  • Provide accurate and timely case notes
  • May also provide educational resources and trainings to community partners including schools and health facilities

FAQs

What will the main responsibilities of the Fall Internship - Family Stabilization Intern involve?

The main responsibilities will include working with refugees from diverse backgrounds, using trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches, providing necessary support and care to clients in crisis, and gaining insights into resettlement programs at the IRC that assist refugees in achieving self-sufficiency.

What kind of training or skills can I expect to develop during this internship?

Interns can expect to develop skills in trauma-informed care, strengths-based approaches, and a deeper understanding of the challenges refugees face during the resettlement process, as well as insights into how resettlement programs work.

Who will I be working with as an intern?

As an intern, you will be working with refugees from diverse backgrounds and collaborating with the professional staff at the IRC who are focused on supporting these individuals during their resettlement journey.

Is this internship remote or in-person?

The job description does not specify whether the internship is remote or in-person. You may want to reach out directly to the organization for clarification on the work environment.

How does this internship support refugees in crisis?

This internship supports refugees in crisis by employing trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches that ensure clients receive appropriate care and support tailored to their specific challenges and needs during the resettlement process.

What is the expected outcome for interns by the end of this internship?

By the end of this internship, interns are expected to have a working knowledge of resettlement programs, firsthand experience working with refugee clients, and a heightened understanding of the complexities involved in assisting refugees towards self-sufficiency.

Are there any specific qualifications or prerequisites required for applying to this internship?

The job description does not list specific qualifications or prerequisites. However, prospective interns may benefit from having a background in social work, psychology, or related fields, along with a passion for supporting marginalized communities.

How will this internship contribute to my career development?

This internship will provide valuable hands-on experience working with vulnerable populations, enhance your understanding of social services, and potentially lead to opportunities in the field of refugee resettlement, social work, or non-profit management.

International Rescue Committee

We respond to the world’s worst humanitarian crises & help people to survive, recover, and gain control of their future.

Non-profit
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1933
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and help people to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees and displaced people forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40+ countries and in 29 U.S. cities, the IRC restores safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.