Mental Health Intern

Salt Lake City

Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
Location: Salt Lake City
Grade: Internship - Internship
Occupational Groups:
- Public Health and Health Service
- Refugee rights and well-being
Closing Date:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

SCOPE OF VOLUNTEER WORK:

IRC SLC health programs promote physical and psychosocial wellbeing by ensuring access to health care services and providing culturally appropriate, strength-based educational programming. With oversight from the mental health program, the mental health Intern will provide direct support to the program. They will assist with mental health screenings, providing psychoeducation, responding to client mental health needs, supporting referral access, as well as the engage in program development to improve mental and emotional wellbeing of refugee and immigrant families and individuals.

COMMITMENT:

-15 hours/week minimum for 3 months

oStart Date: September 8th

oEnd Date: December 19th

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Participate in weekly health program meetings and weekly supervision

•Assist clients in accessing mental health services, and gaining self-sufficiency in access to mental and emotional health resources

•Strengthen relationships with partner organizations and identify improved avenues for treatment

•Identify areas of growth and development for program and assist in program development goals

•Provide public transit orientations to clients or transport client to health appointment weekly. Valid Driver's license, access to a vehicle and willingness to drive clients highly prioritized.

•Offer relevant resources to support mental and emotional wellbeing in the context of mental health screening, referral and post-screening follow-up

•Provide psychoeducation to refugee individuals and families

•Motivated, flexible, able to work independently, self-starter qualities are necessary in this role.

•Other, as assigned and/or determined by Health and Wellness Program Manager

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

•Gain professional experience working in the public health sector and working with partners throughout the community

•Gain skills in administering mental health screenings

•Gain group coordination skills through recruiting for, organizing, and implementation of psychosocial support groups

Minimum Qualifications:

REQUIREMENTS:

·Must be currently enrolled in a graduate/undergraduate program, or have graduated less than 6 months ago

·Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English; fluency in additional foreign language preferred.

·Background check is required

·Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information

·Strong organization skills and attention to detail

·Strong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds

•Background and/or current study in social work, psychology, public health or related field (BSW or MSW preferred)

•Experience working with diverse populations and with interpreters

•Motivated, flexible, reliable, and able to work independently

•Demonstrated communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

•Computer skill in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

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

IRC leading the way from harm to home.

Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

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Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.

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