Fall 2023 Early Employment Casework Intern
Assist with Early Employment services and support clients
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Overview
Assist with Early Employment services and support clients
You have:
- Strong interest in working with an international population
- Proficiency with employment related activities
- Proven ability to work with consideration and respect for cross-cultural differences
- Excellent communication and organization skills
- Ability to work independently
- Computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs and internet research
- Enthusiasm for helping people to learn and demonstrated professionalism
- Interns must be able to work at least 15 hours a week for at least three months
- Must have a valid driver's license and access to an insured vehicle
- Research potential employers and community partners as it relates to Early Employment - Work one-on-one with refugee clients by conducting job readiness counseling and training - Assist clients in filling out online and paper applications - Accompany refugee clients to job interviews and orientations - Assist Employment Specialists by entering case notes and other data entry into relevant databases - Assist Employment Specialists by creating and maintaining client case files. - Provide general administrative support for Economic Empowerment team
Qualifications - Strong interest in working with an international population - Proficiency with employment related activities - Proven ability to work with consideration and respect for cross-cultural differences - Excellent communication and organization skills - Ability to work independently - Computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs and internet research - Enthusiasm for helping people to learn and demonstrated professionalism - Interns must be able to work at least 15 hours a week for at least three months - Must have a valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle
This position will report to the Employment Services Supervisor
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a situation where you had to work with someone from a different culture? | To evaluate how you handle cross-cultural differences. | Discuss specific experiences and highlight the skills that helped you navigate the situation. |
| How would you approach a refugee client who is hesitant to participate in job readiness training? | To assess your counseling and motivational skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies will you use to stay organized when managing multiple client cases? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with data entry and maintaining confidential information. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What motivates you to help individuals seeking employment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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