NYSA Student Support Intern

International Rescue Committee • New York, NY

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The 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.

Requirements

• Volunteers must be based in the U.S.
• Interns must be based in US, must be a US citizen or have US work authorization, must be enrolled in post-secondary institution or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within last 2 years.
• Undergraduate or graduate student in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or a related field preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, particularly in data collection and reporting.
• Organized, reliable, and flexible.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in written and spoken English required.
• Second language proficiency highly desirable (including Spanish, Ukrainian, Russian, Haitian Creole, French, Pashto, Fulani, Wolof, Dari, Farsi, Arabic)

Responsibilities

• Review case notes and compile student progress data weekly to support the development of accommodations and behavior plans.
• Support with case note writing and the creation of tools for behavioral interventions
• Collaborate with Classroom Culture Lead Teachers to gain additional insight into student behavior and engagement.
• Monitor the execution of accommodations and behavior plans and track the effectiveness of interventions.
• Participate in and assist with parent/teacher conferences and other family events during the Academy.
• Support students by facilitating or co-facilitating 1:1 and small-group activities, including SEL lessons, that promote emotional regulation, communication, and positive peer interactions.
• Facilitate proactive circle time in classrooms or small groups, with training and guidance provided.
• Conduct family outreach for program-related updates (excluding behavioral concerns).
• Support post-Academy needs such as survey distribution.
• Comply with all agency policies and protocols.
• Other relevant duties as assigned, including but not limited to: o Assisting with programmatic outreach to families, reminding them of upcoming events, and sending relevant information. o Supporting other teams with facilitation or administrative work.

Benefits

• 10 sick days
• 10 US holidays
• 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
• medical insurance starting at $163 per month
• dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month
• FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
• a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
• disability & life insurance
• an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern