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Project Rescue Rapid Rehousing Intern at Connecticut Institute For Refu
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Case Management, Housing Advocacy, Data Entry, Interpersonal Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Organizational Skills, Spanish Fluency

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description
Description Description: The Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI) seeks a motivated intern to support its Rapid Rehousing Program under its Project Rescue department. Project Rescue provides comprehensive support services to victims of human trafficking and of other serious crimes. Survivors of human trafficking are eligible to receive benefits and victims who are not citizens or legal residents may qualify for immigration protection so that they and their families may remain in the U.S. and eventually apply for citizenship. As part of the Rapid Rehousing Program, CIRI engages in a unique collaboration with Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV) to serve individuals and families fleeing domestic violence and/or a victim of human trafficking. The primary role of the Rapid Rehousing case management work is to provide housing advocacy and case management services to adult survivors/victims of human trafficking throughout process of healing and gaining self-sufficiency. The intern would work closely with the Rapid Rehousing case manager to assist clients and support the program. Responsibilities include data entry, paperwork, and transferring case notes. Qualifications Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Social Work, International Relations, Human Services, or a related field. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with diverse populations in a culturally sensitive manner. Detail-oriented with good organizational skills. Fluency in Spanish preferred. Duration and Schedule: This is an unpaid internship position requiring a commitment of 10-15 hours per week for one semester (August through December). The schedule is flexible and can be tailored to accommodate the intern's academic requirements
Responsibilities
The intern will support the Rapid Rehousing Program by assisting case managers with housing advocacy for survivors of human trafficking and domestic violence. Primary tasks include data entry, managing paperwork, and transferring case notes.