NDMV AmeriCorps Healthcare Associate
Gain hands-on experience in public health and support refugees in healthcare.
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Overview
Gain hands-on experience in public health and support refugees in healthcare.
You have:
- Fluent spoken and written English; additional languages spoken a plus.
- Background in public health, nursing or social work, a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, attentive-to-detail and work independently.
- Demonstrated experience working in a cross-cultural environment with vulnerable populations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, Outlook.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle with current insurance a plus.
Why This Opportunity? This position is ideal for individuals passionate about public health, social work, international affairs, or community outreach. As an AmeriCorps member, you will gain real-world experience, develop critical skills in healthcare advocacy, and contribute to a meaningful cause—helping refugees and immigrants navigate the complexities of the U.S. healthcare system.
Join the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Atlanta as an NDMV AmeriCorps Healthcare Associate, gaining hands-on experience in public health, community outreach, and refugee services. This position offers a unique educational opportunity to develop skills in healthcare navigation, health education, and client advocacy while supporting newly arrived refugees and immigrants in accessing essential medical services.
Key Learning Objectives & Responsibilities:
Community Engagement & Orientation: Learn to introduce IRC Atlanta’s health-related services to newly arrived clients during Cultural Orientation sessions.
Healthcare Navigation: Gain experience teaching clients how to schedule medical appointments, access local healthcare providers, utilize medical transportation services, and actively participate in their healthcare.
Client Support & Case Management: Work alongside the health team to identify and track high-alert clients who require urgent medical attention, ensuring they receive culturally appropriate services.
Health Education Development: Research, design, and implement culturally relevant health education materials to empower clients in managing their healthcare.
Transportation Coordination: Develop skills in logistics by utilizing IRC’s Uber account to coordinate transportation for client medical appointments.
Data Management & Monitoring: Assist in developing and implementing a high-alert tracking system for client primary care and specialist appointments.
Interdepartmental Collaboration: Build professional communication skills by maintaining open and effective collaboration across IRC programs.
Team Participation: Engage in team-building and learning experiences by actively participating in regularly scheduled staff meetings.
Qualifications - Fluent spoken and written English; additional languages spoken a plus - Background in public health, nursing or social work, a plus - Demonstrated ability to take initiative, attentive-to-detail and work independently - Demonstrated experience working in a cross-cultural environment with vulnerable populations Proficiency in Microsoft - Office applications: Word, Excel, Outlook - Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle with current insurance a plus
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you took the initiative to solve a problem? | The interviewer wants to understand your proactive mindset and problem-solving skills. | Discuss a specific example and outline your actions and the results. |
| How would you handle a situation where a client is hesitant to seek medical care? | This question assesses your approach to client advocacy and communication skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience working with diverse populations. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you use to educate clients about the healthcare system? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a time you managed multiple tasks successfully? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you approach collaboration with team members from different departments? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps would you take to ensure culturally appropriate services are provided? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why do you want to work with refugees and immigrants? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Added 1 year ago
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Updated 11 months ago
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Source:
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