ABOUT THE COMPANY:

The International Rescue Committee 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 at work in over 40 countries and 26 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities.

JOB SUMMARY

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or other related behavioral sciences, human services or social services field.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of two years of related professional experience working with children, family reunification/ preservation, kinship care, foster care, child welfare, and/or conducting home studies required, or one year of related experience with a master’s degree.
• Experience working with immigrant populations; experience working with unaccompanied minors preferred.

Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:

• Proven ability to contribute both independently and as a key team member.
• Written and verbal fluency in Spanish and English.
• Knowledge of local community social service systems and navigating the social service system.
• Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Demonstrated success working with vulnerable populations who have experienced trauma.
• Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the ability to prioritize duties and manage time effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook), Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and other platforms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 70% of the time up to 200 miles.

This includes completing an in-person home visit and documenting findings in a comprehensive report within 10 days of referral.

• Conduct a mental health assessment of the child and/or sponsors, using validated instruments.
• Continually assess ongoing changes in behavior and general conditions that could impact the safety, wellbeing, and success of children
• Partner with crisis support staff to develop safety plans and ensure appropriate crisis intervention support when necessary, including involving Child Protective Services, law enforcement and various local stakeholders that can include placement disruptions.
• Provide referral and connection to: Legal services; Education and English language classes; Medical care and behavioral healthcare; Placement stability and safety services; Assistance with immigration proceedings; Assistance with guardianship proceedings; Family stabilization/counseling; Substance abuse treatment; Gang prevention services; Youth programming (such as youth mentoring, tutoring, afterschool and vocation programs, sports clubs, or other extracurricular clubs, etc.); Services related to cultural heritage and other traditions; and Integration and independence support as appropriate.
• Use a child centered, developmentally appropriate and trauma-informed approach to address the needs and concerns of children and sponsors.
• Maintain a strong understanding of trauma-informed principles and approaches, protection and safeguarding, and mandatory reporting.
• Provide timely documentation of all check-ins, in-home visits, referrals and referral outcomes, and progress and outcomes in case file.
• Build and maintain relationships with community services providers in relevant areas.
• Maintain accurate records in electronic case files and required databases.
• Submit required reports and documentation in a timely manner.
• Ensure the confidentiality of children and their cases.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor Degree

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 24