The International Rescue Committee of Baltimore is a non-profit, non-sectarian refugee resettlement agency dedicated to working together with legally admitted refugees to assist them in rebuilding lives and reuniting families in the greater Baltimore area. A committed staff of professionals and volunteers provide essential resettlement services to refugee families including basic necessities, education, employment, social services and advocacy.
PURPOSE: Health is a basic right for all refugees and health care is an essential component in the resettlement process in the United States. Health impinges on work, school, acculturation and family life. Specific refugee and asylee populations often have prevalent health conditions and concerns which can better be addressed through preventative health measures. The Health Promotion Intern will play the vital role of supporting the Public Health Advocate in planning, implementing and evaluating consistent health education workshops for refugee and asylee clients.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Compile, organize, develop and/or adapt health education materials on pertinent health topics (i.e. nutrition, home hygiene, mental health, health care system, etc.)
Review health education materials for relevance and cultural competency.
Coordinate logistics of health education workshops (i.e. identify workshop site, prepare and distribute promotional materials, coordinate interpretation and transportation services, identify presenters/guest speakers, and recruit participants)
Administer and record results of workshop evaluations in a database.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in public health, health education, communications, behavioral or social sciences, or related field
Excellent communication and writing skills
Organized with attention to detail
Able to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment
An interest in international and refugee issues
Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
Strong desire to help people and enthusiasm for working in a multi-cultural setting
Computer literacy preferably with PC systems
A car/drivers license is beneficial
Willingness to transport clients to/from health-related appointments/events
TIME COMMITMENT: 10-20 hours per week, during business hours, Mondays through Fridays, between 10:00am-5:00pm
Reports to: Public Health Advocate
Position: Unpaid Internship
Updated: July 12, 2009
To apply, please e-mail a cover letter and your resume.
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