Anti-Trafficking Caseworker

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JRThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) 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 one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities.

A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

IRC’s Anti-Trafficking Program is designed to find sustainable solutions that are appropriate for the unique situation of each client. Caseworkers serve clients with holistic and broad supports, including but not limited to connecting clients with legal service providers and housing resources, helping clients access public benefits, health providers, and psychosocial services, and offering regular checks-ins to discuss safety and service plans.

Through communication and collaboration with partners, program staff glean best practices, maintain a database of appropriate referrals, and have access to a network of professionals with the capacity and knowledge to support their work.
** Major Responsibilities:
**** Case Management and Referrals*
* • Determine client eligibility and provide orientation to services, outcomes, and confidentiality with each potential client.

• Complete individualized intake assessment and safety planning. Develop individualized SMART self-sufficiency plans for each client enrolled in the program.  
• Provide trauma-informed comprehensive case management support, referral, and advocacy services for survivors of trafficking to help them feel safe, empowered, and stable.  
• Meet clients’ needs in a timely and culturally appropriate manner.  
• Assist clients with referrals and access to appropriate resources including shelter, physical and mental health services, and legal services to work toward a stable immigration status.
** Community Outreach and Partnerships*
* • Contribute to the development and implementation of a region-wide outreach plan to increase awareness regarding the needs of Victims of Trafficking services.

• Coordinate with program leadership regarding outreach and education plans.  
• Distribute informational material and posters to hotels, businesses, bus stations, law enforcement, hospitals, school administrators, and other public places.  Host public information meetings and trainings alongside the program coordinator.  
• Build partnerships with community groups and providers; work to connect clients to available resources, including various local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. With their assistance, develop safety plans/protocols for clients, staff and the office.  
• Participate in all IRC program meetings, staff development activities, and fully engage as a member of the team.
** Documentation and Reporting*
* • Ensure timely, quality case notes and documentation for contacts made and services provided on behalf of client and for case file management and quality assurance.  
• Prepare, distribute and document direct assistance requests for clients. Maintain record of case management expenses in case file.  
• Draft reports as required by funders and/or donors.  
• Comply with all policies, procedures and protocols of the agency.  
• Other related duties as assigned.
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* Job Requirements:

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* • Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant work experience in social service, case management, human service or related fields required.

• Undergraduate degree preferred, ideally with an emphasis in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field of study.

• Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven…