Anti-Trafficking & Victim Services Intern (Unpaid)

RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Under the supervision of the Anti-Trafficking & Victim Services Supervisor and Caseworkers, interns will assist with the following:

·Learn how to provide trauma informed and victim centered services to vulnerable refugees and immigrants that have experienced significant trauma;

·Provide direct service to clients through one-on-one interactions (in office and home visits);

·Provide training for the clients including cultural orientation, transportation, life skills, job readiness training, banking, budgeting classes and client rights and responsibilities;

·Assist clients with connecting to community resources (including: food banks, libraries, shelters, etc.);

·Coordinate individual appointment logistics with health or social providers;

·Provide transportation for client appointments, as needed;

·Collaborate with IRC staff and community partners to enhance activities and supplement services to clients;

·Assist with facilitating psycho-social support groups when needed;

·Research other community resources and continue to expand the resource lists;

·Document all activities in case notes and send weekly client reports;

·Input client data in tracking systems;

·Other relevant program support duties, as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

·Cultural competency & consideration

·Excellent written & verbal skills

·Proficient with Excel & other Microsoft Office applications

·Self-starter, ability to complete projects with minimal supervision

·Access to reliable, insured vehicle

·Interest in public health, social work, or international studies preferred, but not required

·Computer literacy, database experience preferred

·Ability to take initiative and work independently

·Empathy and open mindedness across-cultural environment

·Strong organizational skills

·Must be comfortable working with the LGBTQ community and Asylum Seekers

·Level One Fingerprint Clearance

·Covid-19 vaccination proof

·Ability to pass IRC background check