Job Title: Intern, Deaf Services
Country Profile: US Programs
Location: Tuson, AZ
Position Description:
The Intern reports directly to the Center for Well-Being Program Manager. The Intern will assist all IRC staff in developing appropriate approaches to addressing the needs of clients who are hearing impaired. Tasks may include conducting a needs assessment, networking with social service providers, and conducting outreach and training efforts with deaf and hearing impaired clients. This is an unpaid internship.
Responsibilities:
In consultation with other service providers, conduct a community assessment on the needs of refugees in Tucson with hearing impairments.Network with Tucson social service providers to develop and enhance services for refugee clients with hearing impairments.Organize and conduct outreach efforts for clients with hearing impairments and their families.Organize ongoing training opportunities for clients with hearing impairments and their families.Coordinate activities with other IRC Tucson departments.Assure all paper work and reports are completed accurately and in a timely manner.Communicate and coordinate regularly with the Center for Well-Being Program Manager to ensure that services are being delivered effectively and in a timely manner.Attend required staff meetings.Assist with projects and administrative duties as assigned by the Center for Well-Being Program Manager.
Requirements:
Pursuing a degree in human services or related fieldsAbility to maintain client confidentialityFluent in American SignExperience working with deaf and hearing impaired populationsExcellent communication skillsExperience in program development and trainingKnowledge of the Tucson area social service networkStrong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgroundsMust have driver’s license, vehicle, auto insurance, and clean driving record
Commitment:
12 hours/week for 3 monthsPrimary availability during Business Hours (M-F, 8:30am-5:00pm) with occasional site visits in eveningsSpecial consideration given to applicants able to make multi-semester commitment
Reports To: Center for Well-Being Program Manager
To Apply:
Submit a resume, cover letter, and internship application to Andrew Jenkins, Internship Coordinator, at VolunteerTucson@Rescue.org. Some positions may require additional documents. Applicants will not be contacted for interviews until all materials are received.
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Country Profile: US Programs
Location: Tuson, AZ
Position Description:
The Intern reports directly to the Center for Well-Being Program Manager. The Intern will assist all IRC staff in developing appropriate approaches to addressing the needs of clients who are hearing impaired. Tasks may include conducting a needs assessment, networking with social service providers, and conducting outreach and training efforts with deaf and hearing impaired clients. This is an unpaid internship.
Responsibilities:
In consultation with other service providers, conduct a community assessment on the needs of refugees in Tucson with hearing impairments.Network with Tucson social service providers to develop and enhance services for refugee clients with hearing impairments.Organize and conduct outreach efforts for clients with hearing impairments and their families.Organize ongoing training opportunities for clients with hearing impairments and their families.Coordinate activities with other IRC Tucson departments.Assure all paper work and reports are completed accurately and in a timely manner.Communicate and coordinate regularly with the Center for Well-Being Program Manager to ensure that services are being delivered effectively and in a timely manner.Attend required staff meetings.Assist with projects and administrative duties as assigned by the Center for Well-Being Program Manager.
Requirements:
Pursuing a degree in human services or related fieldsAbility to maintain client confidentialityFluent in American SignExperience working with deaf and hearing impaired populationsExcellent communication skillsExperience in program development and trainingKnowledge of the Tucson area social service networkStrong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgroundsMust have driver’s license, vehicle, auto insurance, and clean driving record
Commitment:
12 hours/week for 3 monthsPrimary availability during Business Hours (M-F, 8:30am-5:00pm) with occasional site visits in eveningsSpecial consideration given to applicants able to make multi-semester commitment
Reports To: Center for Well-Being Program Manager
To Apply:
Submit a resume, cover letter, and internship application to Andrew Jenkins, Internship Coordinator, at VolunteerTucson@Rescue.org. Some positions may require additional documents. Applicants will not be contacted for interviews until all materials are received.
View the original article here
