INTERNSHIP/PROGRAM OVERVIEW: The IRC in Denver’s Survivors of Torture Project is facilitated under a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services/Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). This program provides direct services to survivors of torture (SOTs). The program delivers holistic services to support survivors and their families in their rehabilitation. Services include in-house case management, psychosocial support and legal services, as well as medical and mental health services provided by referral to community partners.

COMMITMENT: At least 10-15 hours per week (15-20 hours preferred), August 23, 2024 - May 16, 2025.  Weekly schedule to be determined by supervisor and intern.

LOCATION: In person and in the community in Denver metro area

COMPENSATION:  This is an unpaid internship. Interns receive mileage reimbursement when driving is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist with eligibility and pre-screening flow, triaging needs of new enrollments, and managing referrals across tiered model of the Survivor Wellness Center program
Specialize in building out Survivor Wellness Center  resources for a specific service domain (e.g., housing specialist, employment specialist, medical specialist)
Assist with general and ongoing data collection efforts for Tier 2 clients
Research and engage in community partnership outreach to increase program’s referral capacity
Support drop-in hours and facilitate program initiatives to assist clients with a range of issues and needs responsive to trends in population
Assist clients in navigating services, which may include connecting clients to group programming and supporting them in accessing resources

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
The Intern will gain experience working with a diverse population managing complex experiences of trauma, particularly those navigating refugee, asylee or asylum-seeking status. 
The Intern will develop skills in community mapping and care coordination
The intern will learn to follow the administrative protocols and procedures of an organization serving clients within international standards.  
Intern will learn and gain a deeper understanding of mental health and psychosocial support services in the Denver Metro area and contribute to developing new services as needs arise.
The intern will also learn to facilitate and implement trauma informed practices and build capacity in community and organizational partners to follow suit.