Survivor of Torture Caseworker (Safety & Wellness Caseworker)

About the role

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.

Job Overview

The primary role of the Caseworker for the Survivors of Torture (SOT) Program is to provide comprehensive, culturally appropriate client-centered case management services for Program participants, including completing eligibility screening and enrollment paperwork, developing service plans, educating about community services and resources and helping problem solve barriers to access. This position is also responsible for assisting with administrative tasks including data collection, coordinating trainings of mainstream service providers, report writing, and proposals.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive case management services to survivors of torture.
• Conduct outreach to case management staff, refugee-serving agencies, ethnic community-based organizations, and others to inform service providers and refugees of programs and services.
• Complete eligibility screenings for all referral and enrollment paperwork for all eligible Program participants.
• Complete social and legal assessment for all enrolled clients.
• Develop a service and safety plan for each Program participant.
• Knowledge of Survivor of Torture, asylum process, violence against women act, immigration, and anti-trafficking.
• Provide comprehensive case management services, including assisting with benefits applications as appropriate. Provide appropriate legal referrals and help identify and arrange social activities in-line with service plans.
• Guide/assist participants to establish contact and receive support services in the community based on their service plan.
• Ensure all services are linguistically appropriate and help advocate with mainstream service providers for linguistically appropriate services.
• Complete case notes in a detailed and timely fashion.
• Implement client satisfaction surveys and client progress surveys at intervals outlined in the grant proposal.
• Ensure all family data is entered into data management system in a timely manner.
• Assist with the preparation of donor funding reports and new funding proposals.
• Participate in all program meetings, staff development activities, and fully engages as a member of the team.
• Follow all IRC policies, procedures and protocols including adherence to the IRC Way and Child Safeguarding.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Key Working Relationships

• Position Reports to: Sr. SOT Caseworker
• Indirect Reporting: Interns/Volunteers/AmeriCorps
• Other Internal and/or external contacts: The SOT Caseworker will be responsible for developing relationships within the IRC SOT network and external relations with grant partners, social service agencies, and government entities to expand the role of IRC SOT programs
• Internal: IRC SOT programs
• External: Arizona SOT coalitions, Attorney offices providing pro-bono legal services, social service agencies, community education presentations, community outreach

Job Requirements

Education

• Undergraduate degree Social Work or similar field strongly preferred; comparable related work experience may be substituted.

Work Experience

• 2+ years of case management experience in a social services environment.
• Case management and/or victims assistance experience preferred

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

• Computer proficiency with an emphasis on Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented
• Public Speaking and/or presentation experience preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate and work as a team member with collaborative partners, the community, and clients in a cross-cultural, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Ability and willingness to drive 15 passenger van.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Problem solver capable of working well independently and as a part of a team.

Language Skills

• Proficiency in written and spoken English, bilingual ability preferred in Spanish, Dari, Swahili, Kinyarwanda, Arabic, French or other refugee/immigrant language used in Arizona. Cross-cultural understanding and strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Certificates or Licenses

• Must have a valid driver’s license, active insurance policy, access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel regularly throughout the service delivery area.
• In accordance with Arizona State Law, must possess or be eligible to receive a fingerprint clearance card.

Working Environment

• A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities.
• May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
• Must be able to lift 35 to 50 pounds (furniture, household supplies, and food boxes).

Compensation

($23.5/hr). Compensation is based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements

Covid-19

Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for this position.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Professional Standards: All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation.

IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

Benefits

IRC offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.

Highlights include 10 paid sick leave, 10 U.S. holidays, 20-25 generous paid time off based on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $163/month, dental starting at $6.50/month, and vision starting at $5/month, flexible spending accounts (healthcare, dependent care, and commuter), a 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match (immediate vesting) along with a non-elective employer contribution based on age and years of service (3-year vesting), disability and life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.