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Form of workRequisition ID: req46428
Job Title: Health Promotion Intern
Sector: Health
Employment Category: Intern
Employment Type: Part-Time
Compensation: USD 0.00 - 0.00 Hourly
Location: Salt Lake City, UT USA
Job Description
BACKGROUND:
Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. Domestically, our 28 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.
The International Rescue Committee in Salt Lake City (IRC-SLC) Health Programs promote physical and psychological well being by facilitating access to healthcare services and providing education and advocacy.
SCOPE OF INTERN WORK:
The Health Promotion Program focuses on preventive health education and increasing refugees' health literacy and access to health care resources. The program provides a series of health and wellness classes, bus orientations to health clinics. The Health Promotion intern(s) will provide direct support to the Health Promotion Specialist in conducting pre/post-assessments, teaching Navigating the Healthcare system classes, and organizing groups.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS
Background in Health Promotion, social work, or related field
Experience working with diverse populations
Motivated, flexible, and able to work independently
Demonstrated communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Valid UT driver's license, access to a vehicle, and willingness to drive clients
Understanding of program planning and evaluation preferred
POSISTION LOGISTICS:
Length of Service: 10-20 weeks
Start Date: January 15th, 2024
Compensation: This is an unpaid internship
Hours: minimum of 10 hours per week
Supervisor: Whitney Nguyen, Health Promotion Program Coordinator
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
1. Gain professional experience working in the public health sector.
2. Gain skills in assessing the public health needs of different communities.
3. Gain public speaking experience through teaching health classes to clients.
REQUIREMENTS:
Background in Health Promotion, social work, or other related field
Experience working with diverse populations
Motivated, flexible, able to work independently
Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Valid driver's license, access to a vehicle, and willingness to drive clients
Understanding of program planning and evaluation preferred
Must be currently enrolled in a graduate/undergraduate program, or have graduated less than 6 months ago
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English; fluency in additional foreign language preferred.
Background check is required
IRC leading the way from harm to home.
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
