Spring 2025 HSPRS Casework Intern
Assist with casework for unaccompanied minors' support and resources.
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Overview
Assist with casework for unaccompanied minors' support and resources.
You have:
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Organized with attention to detail
- Able to work independently and under pressure
- Interest in international and refugee issues
- Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
- Strong desire to help people and enthusiasm for working in a multi-cultural setting
- Computer literacy – preferably with PC systems
- A car/driver’s license is beneficial
- Spanish fluency is highly preferable
- Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard
A Home Study (HS) is a process in which a HSPRS staff person assesses the proposed sponsor and household unit, evaluates the potential sponsor’s ability to meet the unaccompanied child’s (UC) needs, while educating and preparing the potential sponsor for reunification with the UC, as required under the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (TVPRA). The Post Release Services (PRS) for children who would benefit from ongoing support. These services include assistance in connecting children and their sponsors to community-based resources. All children who have a home study receive PRS following their release. Children released without a home study may also receive PRS if they are specially identified as needing additional assistance in connecting to appropriate resources in the community.
Please note that all internships are unpaid. This position requires a minimum of 15 hours a week for 3 consecutive months.
INTERN RESPONSIBILITIES: The HSPRS Intern will assist case workers with the following tasks:
- Assist caseworker with building and maintaining case files to ensure that all requirements for documentation are met consistently throughout the provision of Post Release Services.
- Assist caseworkers in building a strong network with local service providers who are available to provide needed services and resources to unaccompanied minors through research and outreach initiatives.
- Refer unaccompanied minors to resources and services, as well as schedule any appointments as necessary and instructed by the casework staff.
- Research services and resources applicable to the UC program to facilitate the referral process.
- Ensure client success with a strong emphasis on education and empowerment through high-quality service that encourages clients to thrive in their community.
- Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy.
- Practice sensitivity to cultural and personality differences of clients by respecting their beliefs and values.
- Provide translation and interpretation when necessary.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications REQUIREMENTS:
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Organized with attention to detail
- Able to work independently and under pressure
- An interest in international and refugee issues
- Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
- Strong desire to help people and enthusiasm for working in a multi-cultural setting
- Computer literacy – preferably with PC systems
- A car/driver’s license is beneficial
- Spanish fluency is highly preferable
- Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard
This will be an in-person role.
This position will report to the Casework Supervisor, HSPRS.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you had to communicate important information to someone under pressure. | This assesses your communication skills and ability to work under stress. | Provide a specific example, focusing on the clarity of your communication and the outcome. |
| How would you handle a situation where you had to respect the beliefs of a client that differ from your own? | This question evaluates your cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a project you initiated and how you followed it through? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What resources would you use to support unaccompanied minors in your area? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain your experience or interest in working with multicultural populations. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Source:
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