Safety and Wellness Intern

Support IRC’s Safety & Wellness Program and provide mental health services.

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Support IRC’s Safety & Wellness Program and provide mental health services.

You have:

Currently enrolled in a master’s program in social work, mental health, and/or public health.
Professional proficiency in an additional language (Spanish, Ukrainian, Russian, and French highly preferred).
Based in the US and a US citizen or US work authorization.
Must be enrolled in post-secondary institution or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within last 2 years.
Work a min of 15 hours a week, at least until the end of August for summer internships.
Interest or experience working with forcibly displaced and/or immigrant communities.
Interest or experience in providing case management services and familiarity with mental health systems.
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate closely with team members and community partners.
Ability to work in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to multitask and prioritize various tasks and projects.

Can you describe your experience or interest in working with forcibly displaced communities?	This question assesses your motivation and fit for working with vulnerable populations.	Share any relevant experience, training, or personal commitment to supporting these communities.
What strategies would you use to effectively facilitate support groups?	The interviewer wants to understand your approach to group dynamics and facilitation skills.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple responsibilities?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your understanding of mental health case management?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to advocate for a client in need of services.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you build partnerships with community organizations to support program goals?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you believe are the biggest challenges faced by immigrant communities?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure effective communication when working with diverse teams?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.