Summer Survivor Services Intern

Assist casework staff in providing survivor services and case management support.

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Overview

Assist casework staff in providing survivor services and case management support.

You have:

  • Pursuing an associates, bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in social work, anthropology/sociology, international affairs, psychology, or another similar field.
  • Strong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information.
  • Punctual and reliable.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft word programs— including word, excel and powerpoint.
  • Driver’s license, personal vehicle, auto insurance, a clean driving record, and willingness to drive clients in personal vehicle.
  • Consistent transportation and ability to transport clients as needed.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Flexibility in changing tasks based on client needs.
  • Strong written and spoken skills in English required, Spanish and/or Swahili, Dari, or other languages preferred.
  • Interns will be required to use their own technology tools to work on virtual opportunities.
  • All personal devices must be kept current with all operating system updates and security patches.
  • Use a password or PIN with a minimum of 4 characters to log onto smartphones and tablets and 8 alpha and numeric characters for a Laptop.
  • Have lock screen set to 10 minutes or less with a password required to unlock the device.
  • Configurations must be set to delete all data or lock after 10 unsuccessful attempts to enter a password or PIN. Lockout period must be no less than 30 minutes.

Potential interview questions

Describe a time when you had to advocate for someone from a different cultural background. The interviewer wants to assess your ability to navigate intercultural communication and your advocacy skills. Provide a specific example highlighting your understanding of cultural differences and your approach to advocating for appropriate services.
How do you ensure confidentiality when working with clients? This question evaluates your understanding of privacy ethics in social work. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of how you handled a challenging case? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you manage your time when faced with multiple tasks? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to build rapport with clients? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Explain your comfort level with using technology in your work. How do you ensure you stay updated? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you demonstrated flexibility in a work or volunteer role. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you believe is the most important quality for someone in a case management position? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 year ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org