Requisition ID: req55795

Job Title: Health Advocacy Intern (Unpaid)

Sector: Health

Employment Category: Intern

Employment Type: Part-Time

Compensation: USD 0.00 - 0.00 Hourly

Location: Phoenix, AZ USA

Work Arrangement:In-person

Job Description

SCOPE OF WORK:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) works one-on-one with clients to meet their unique health needs while increasing refugees’ health literacy as they adapt to life in the United States. The Health Advocacy intern plays an important role in IRC's mission. The intern will partner with Health staff to assist newly-arrived clients to navigate the healthcare system, provide an overview of the health in the U.S. set and expectations of health-related responsibilities from IRC and the client, and provide healthcare orientation.

Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with health staff to provide healthcare navigation and health education for IRC clients

• Coordinate scheduling, interpreters and transportation for all new arrivals to establish care with a PCP and follow up as necessary

• Serve as patient advocate, accompany clients to medical appointments, transport clients for lab work and other diagnostic testing, and report follow-up and referrals from providers

• Recording activities as directed and timely reporting to the Health Services Coordinator.

• Provide training to clients regarding U.S. healthcare, pharmacy services and understanding how to access prescription and over-the-counter medications.

• Assist clients to become self-sufficient in accessing transportation to medical appointments by providing trainings and assisting with applications to special transportation services as needed.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

During the internship, students’ key learning outcomes include:

• Cultural competency, including understanding and respecting the diverse cultural background and health needs of refugees

• Communication skills that are culturally and linguistically appropriate for effective learning for individuals from different cultures

• Healthcare Access and Navigation in the U.S.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Pursuing degree in health sciences, public health, social work, or equivalent experience.

• Experience with health education and preventive health training

• Strong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Understanding and ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding client information.

• Driver’s license, personal vehicle, auto insurance, and clean driving record.

• Preference given to applicants able to make multi-semester commitment

• Preference given to multilingual applicants, especially those fluent in Dari or Ukrainian.