Fall 2024 Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern

Assist Anti-Trafficking team to support survivors of human trafficking.

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Overview

Assist Anti-Trafficking team to support survivors of human trafficking.

You have:

  • Must pass a background check
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Minimum commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months
  • Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard

SCOPE OF ANTI-TRAFFICKING CASEWORK INTERN WORK: The Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern will assist the Anti-Trafficking team in providing services to survivors of all forms of human trafficking. The Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern will identify and provide community resources to clients that improve self-sufficiency. The Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern will also assist with community awareness and outreach efforts. Travel within the Miami-Dade region may be required. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid. Accepting candidates based in South Florida only.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

- The intern will gain knowledge of solution-oriented, strengths-based care coordination for survivors of human trafficking. - The intern will develop skills in trauma-informed, client-centered care. - The intern will develop skills in mapping community assets and resources. - The intern will develop skills in client empowerment and advocacy.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern will assist the Anti-Trafficking Casework team with the following tasks:

- Assist program coordinator with client intake services, including but not limited to, needs assessments, safety planning and service planning - Provide direct services to clients and, if applicable, their families, including but not limited to, enrolling individuals in public benefits and making referrals to community partners - Assist with research on local community resources - Assist with outreach to local organizations to help establish partnerships within the community - Carry out administrative duties including data entry, filing, and labeling - Assist with managing client case notes and files - Communicate case statuses and client concerns to supervisor, coordinate service plans with supervisor

Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS:

- Excellent communication and writing skills - Organized with attention to detail - Able to work independently and under pressure - An interest in international issues - Strong desire to help people and enthusiasm for working in a multi-cultural setting - Computer literacy – preferably with PC systems - Access to internet - Valid driver’s license, reliable access to an insured vehicle.

REQUIREMENTS:

- Must pass a background check - Must be at least 18 years old - Minimum commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months. - Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard

This will be an in-person role.

This position will report to the Safety & Protection Manager.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to advocate for someone in need? This question assesses your ability to support and empower others. Provide a specific example of your advocacy efforts and the outcome.
How do you handle working under pressure while meeting deadlines? The interviewer is gauging your time management and stress management skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
What interests you about working in a multi-cultural setting? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 year ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org