The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

LOCATION: Hybrid, Remote 
START DATE: June 2, 2025
DURATION: 3 months
POSITION REPORTS TO: Safety & Wellness Manager and Mental Health Coordinator

SCOPE OF WORK:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC), works in the United States welcomes newly arrived refugees and immigrants, supports them in their resettlement, and provides holistic services to help them build new lives in their communities. The Safety & Wellness Intern will support IRC’s Safety & Wellness Program in providing mental health and psychosocial support services to S&W clients with identified mental and emotional health needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

General Responsibilities could include but are not limited to the following: Provide mental health case management services and basic supportive counseling to a small caseload of S&W clients with identified mental and emotional health needs including referrals to mental health services and resources, care coordination, advocacy, and accompaniment to behavioral health appointments as needed.Support the implementation of S&W support groups and workshops including outreach to clients and community organizations, curriculum development, group facilitation with the Mental Health Coordinators, interpretation and translation support (if relevant), and other administrative support. Provide on-site MHPSS services to IRC’s New Comer Summer Academy in collaboration with the Mental Health Coordinator.Support with ongoing S&W projects as needed including community needs assessments, resource mapping, and partnership-building to support S&W programming. 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 

Student will gain skills and knowledge in mental health case management and basic supportive counseling with forcibly displaced communities.Student will gain competency in the development and facilitation of support groups and workshops with targeted communities.Student will learn how to effectively engage in identifying and building partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders. 

REQUIREMENTS: 

 Required Qualifications:

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 authorizationMust 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

Preferred Qualifications:

Interest or experience working with forcibly displaced and/or immigrant communitiesInterest or experience in providing case management services and familiarity with mental health systemsExcellent communication skills and ability to collaborate closely with team members and community partnersAbility to work in a dynamic work environmentAbility to multitask and prioritize various tasks and projects



Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.