Job Summary – The Refugee Health Intern will assist program manager in all health related activities, systems navigation, and access to benefits for recently- arrived refugees in Virginia.
Roles and Responsibilities:
· Assist and accompany clients to various appointments including but not limited to: medical appointments, immunization appointments, and to referred support programs
· Assist refugees with health insurance enrollments
· Conduct refugee health related outreach and education to local providers and potential partners
· Assist with client appointment reminders and follow-up
· Assist with conducting orientations to prepare community members for accessing US health services and assess health needs
· Perform trainings/create displays on safety, health and hygiene
· Assist clients to get services from local social service offices and public assistance
· Assist program manager with maintenance of case files
· Assist with other related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
· College degree or perusing an undergraduate degree in public health, social work, political science, migration, international relations, human rights, language or related field required
· Previous experience working in multicultural contexts is desirable
· An interest in international and refugee issue
· Ability to work independently as well as in a team
· Ability to work in fast-paced environment and process unexpected tasks and deadlines
· Ability to work under pressure
· Flexibility
· Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
· Effective communication and writing skills
· Proficiency in one or more language other than English is preferable
· Having personal car or access to a car is desirable, but not required
Learning Outcomes:
· Understanding of the timelines and processes refugees go through.
· Increased intercultural communication competency
· Exposure to basic non-profit operations and environment
· Knowledge of marginalized populations - challenges and opportunities
· Experience working with limited English proficiency populations
· Knowledge of Virginia refugee benefits systems
· Ability to navigate of social service systems
· Basic ability to keep case notes and maintain case files to State Department standards.
Time Requirements:
At least 2 full days a week
