Resettlement Intern

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:

World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization that is fighting for change that lasts, right here in the U.S. and across the globe. We bring sustainable solutions to the world’s greatest problems – disasters, extreme poverty, violence, oppression, and mass displacement. The organization is approximately 75 years old and has worked in over 100 countries around the world since its founding.

In the United States, we come alongside local churches, community organizations and hundreds of individual volunteers to support newly arriving refugee and other immigrant families. Today, we are proud to partner with over 6,000 local churches, and 95,000 volunteers globally to bring hope, healing and transformation to the most vulnerable.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Are you a person of compassion? An advocate for justice? Someone who stands up for the rights of the vulnerable and speaks out for the marginalized, the exploited and the forgotten? Do you believe in our calling as Christians to welcome the least of these and love our neighbor?

If you answered ‘yes’, to any of the above, World Relief, and millions of people around the world need you.

World Relief Quad Cities seeks a Resettlement Intern to support the Resettlement team in providing services to newly arrived refugees by helping them access government and community resources and navigate their first few months in the U.S. while meeting the requirements of the Federal Reception and Placement Program. By working closely with the Resettlement Manager and caseworkers, this position will support the common goal of welcoming refugees and supporting their long-term integration and self-sufficiency through performing essential tasks related to resettlement.

Role & Responsibilities

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Welcome newly arriving refugee families and individuals in order to help them get off to a great start in building their new lives; this position is the first point of contact for our newly arrived families.
• Provide community orientation, advice, and assistance in addressing basic needs.
• Assist with health screening appointments and other health-related appointments.
• Assist caseworkers with detailed and accurate documentation in client files.
• Assist caseworkers and clients with transportation to/from their health screening appointments and other health related appointments as needed.
• Assist caseworkers with ESL class registration and enrollment and encourage clients to engage in further integration programs and legal services as needed.
• Identify and address barriers to successful resettlement as necessary.
• Assist with creating files for new arrivals and provide administrative support following case file reviews.
• Other related tasks as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Bi-Lingual desired (e.g. Burmese, Dari, Kirundi, Pashto, Swahili, Spanish).
• Flexibility and the ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work sensitively and effectively in cross-cultural settings.
• Good time management and multi-tasking skills

Requirements

• Driver’s license and personal vehicle (preferred). -

• Must be able to pass background check and MVR check (if applicable).

• Experience in Microsoft software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief.

• Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities.

While some internships are unpaid, the program is competitive and you are encouraged to approach it in the same way you would a job. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, resume, application, and to pass a Criminal Background Check. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please note that an internship with World Relief does not guarantee a future job in the organization.