Refugee Intensive Case Management Intern (Preferred Communities Program)
Please apply at this link: https://chicagoland.worldrelief.org/internship-application/
Preferred Communities Internship
Location:
3507 W Lawrence Ave; Chicago, IL 60625
Length of Opportunity:
1 Semester, Summer, or Full Academic School Year
Hours per Week:
15 - 40 hours, unpaid
Name of Supervisor:
Rebecca Larsen, Preferred Communities Program Manager
General Function:
World Relief Chicago, along with local church partners, serves refugee and immigrant populations through case management services, English language training, mental health services, immigration legal services, and youth programs. Interns are a valued part of our team!
The internship will be held in the health and wellness department, specifically the Preferred Communities program. The preferred communities program is an extended case management service aimed towards assisting especially vulnerable refugees and asylees in becoming self-sufficient. The intern will acquire knowledge of the health needs of refugee individuals by accomplishing health related tasks for our most vulnerable clients.
Duties:
Assist PC staff to conduct a comprehensive intake and enrollment process
Work collaboratively with refugees and the PC case manager towards meeting individualized goals
Provide support to PC case manager in file maintenance and general organization
Assist PC manager in applying for IDHS benefits and social security benefits, medical and mental health referrals, and other necessary documents and services for refugees
Assist/facilitate educational and support groups for refugees
Provide advocacy services between clients and community members such as hospital, school officials, and other government and social service providers
Conduct home visits as part of intensive case management, parental