Fall 2024 Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern

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.

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Added 1 month ago - Updated 2 days ago - Source: rescue.org