Refugee and Asylee Social Services Intern

Refugee and Asylee Social Services Intern

• Assist with case management duties as assigned
• Assist with filling out applications and forms in the CWS Jersey City office
• Accompany clients to appointments at welfare and medical clinics
• Complete case notes and other required documentation to track activities
• Create resumes and assist clients with job search activities
• Orient clients to their community
• Teach individuals and families how to utilize public transportation
• Help clients learn how to make appointments independently
• Assist with classes in office when necessary
• Provide support to other volunteer teachers to ensure a pleasant and productive learning environment
• Substitute when regular volunteer teachers are not available
• Front desk tasks
• Answer phones
• Take items to the post office
• Greet clients when they come for services

• Acquire detailed knowledge of the U.S. refugee resettlement program;
• Gain experience working in the case management field;
• Acquire knowledge to navigate public benefits and community resources;
• Gain experience teaching English and vocational lessons to adult ELL students;
• Strengthen communication and interpersonal skills through interactions with clients, CWS staff, public agencies, community partners and volunteers;
• Strengthen organizational and time management skills through balancing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Undergraduate level studies in social sciences, international relations or a related field;
• Proficiency in Spanish, French, Arabic, or Turkish a plus;
• Excellent attention to detail and effective communication skills;
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment;
• Patience, understanding, flexibility, and an unceasingly positive attitude;
• Willing to learn about CWS history and philosophy;
• Willing to adhere to CWS volunteer and workplace policies, including holding client confidentiality to the highest standard.