Fall Internship – Community Resource Navigator – Unpaid

INTERNSHIP/PROGRAM OVERVIEW: The IRC in
Denver’s Survivors of Torture Project is facilitated under a grant awarded by
the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services/Office of Refugee Resettlement
(ORR). This program provides direct services to survivors of torture (SOTs).
The program delivers holistic services to support survivors and their families
in their rehabilitation. Services include in-house case management,
psychosocial support and legal services, as well as medical and mental health
services provided by referral to community partners.

COMMITMENT: At least 10-15 hours per
week (15-20 hours preferred), August 23, 2024 – May 16, 2025.  Weekly schedule to be determined by supervisor and intern.

LOCATION: In person and in the community in Denver metro area

COMPENSATION:  This is an unpaid internship. Interns receive mileage reimbursement when driving is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist with eligibility and pre-screening flow, triaging needs of new enrollments, and managing referrals across tiered model of the Survivor Wellness Center program
Specialize in building out Survivor Wellness Center  resources for a specific service domain (e.g., housing specialist, employment specialist, medical specialist)
Assist with general and ongoing data collection efforts for Tier 2 clients
Research and engage in community partnership outreach to increase program’s referral capacity
Support drop-in hours and facilitate program initiatives to assist clients with a range of issues and needs responsive to trends in population
Assist clients in navigating services, which may include connecting clients to group programming and supporting them in accessing resources

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
The Intern will gain experience working with a diverse population managing complex experiences of trauma, particularly those navigating refugee, asylee or asylum-seeking status. 
The Intern will develop skills in community mapping and care coordination
The intern will learn to follow the administrative protocols and procedures of an organization serving clients within international standards.  
Intern will learn and gain a deeper understanding of mental health and psychosocial support services in the Denver Metro area and contribute to developing new services as needs arise.
The intern will also learn to facilitate and implement trauma informed practices and build capacity in community and organizational partners to follow suit.

Minimum Qualifications:

REQUIREMENTS:
1st Year Graduate student pursuing a degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field
Comfort and ability to work with refugees and asylees who have experienced complex trauma related to war and violence, specifically torture
Demonstrated understanding of implementing trauma informed practices
Understand how to critically examine and implement relevant evidence-based practices
Demonstrated commitment to client confidentiality and management of sensitive personal and legal information
Demonstrated ability and commitment to working cross culturally with English language learners and diverse populations
Ability to manage time effectively and work independently as needed
Ability to work within a team to provide holistic and integrated services to clients
Strong computer proficiency, including MS Office, internet applications and databases
Be flexible and responsive to the changing needs of clients and the changing dynamics of the current socio-political system

SUPERVISION: Due to the
sensitive context of the program, supervision is mandatory and will be provided
at minimum bi –weekly. Supervision will be provided by the Community Resource
Navigator. Candidates are strongly encouraged to develop a personal self-care plan
to be discussed in supervision. 

TO APPLY: 
Interested applicants should
submit an online application along with cover letter and resume. Qualified applicants will be selected for an initial
phone screening with the Volunteer Coordinator.

QUESTIONS? Email
ircdenver.volunteer@rescue.org

This is an unpaid internship position. No financial compensation, including compensation for relocation, is available.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the
basis of merit without regard to race,sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.