DirecciónBackground
The International Rescue Committee, Inc. (IRC) helps peoplewhose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive,recover and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request ofAlbert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance topeople forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countriesand 28 U.S cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who areuprooted and struggling to rebuild their lives. The IRC in Baltimore was establishedin 1999 and currently serves over 2,500 immigrants and refugees per year.
Scope of Work
Intensive case management interns will assist IRC’sintensive case management (ICM) team with daily activities that support thelong-term integration of refugees, asylees and other humanitarian immigrants inthe Baltimore metropolitan area. The ICM program supports vulnerable clientsfor a period of twelve months, with a particular focus on medically vulnerableclients. The intern will work with the ICM team to connect at-risk clients to thehealthcare, education, resources, and psychosocial resources that support theirindividual goals.
Reports To
Extended Services Supervisoror Caseworker
LearningObjectives
- Gain an understanding of the U.S. refugee resettlement process and services available to clients in Baltimore.
- Learn how to effectively facilitate and advocate for clients’ access to timely and culturally responsive medical care and supportive services.
- Learn how to identify, adapt and create culturally appropriate health educational resources and services for clients.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with remotely arranging transportation to medical and other required appointments.
- In coordination with the ICM team, conduct virtual home or community-based orientation sessions on topics relevant to ICM clients such as using public transportation, making medical appointments, accessing community resources, etc.
- Assist with service documentation through case-notes and case file maintenance.
- Other duties as assigned.
