Health Education & Promotion Intern (Unpaid)

Overview

Support screening and enrollment activities for the Refugee Health Program (RHP) and assist caseworkers with client services. Develop educational materials and workshops, and update a Community Resources Guide.

Key Responsibilities

• Support screening and enrollment activities for Refugee Health Program (RHP).
• Assist caseworkers with services for clients, such as connecting clients to resources within mental health systems, physical healthcare, and benefit services.
• Develop relevant educational materials to support client access, knowledge and navigation of public benefits systems; delivery of workshops to clients as needed.
• Collaborate with other Health & Wellness Team interns on the development/updating of a Community Resources Guide through desk review and outreach activities.
• Support Health Education & Promotion Coordinator in the creation, testing and implementation of assessment tools focused on knowledge, attitudes and beliefs on health.
• Keep thorough and accurate case file documentation in Program folders and related excel spreadsheets.
• Keep all digital files up to date and create new digital client files as needed.
• Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy.
• Display sensitivity to cultural and personality differences of clients. Respect their beliefs and values.
• Provide translation and interpretation when necessary.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Experience

Undergraduate level studies in public health, social sciences or a related field.

Qualifications

Interns must be based in US, must be enrolled in post-secondary institution or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within the last 2 years.

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