Job Title: Intern, Refugee Youth Program Education
Country Profile: US Programs
Location: Tucson, AZ
Position Description:
The Refugee Youth Program Education Intern reports directly to the Youth Program Coordinator. This position will assist the Youth Program Coordinator to establish and maintain a youth program which addresses the after school needs of refugee youth in Tucson.
Responsibilities:
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Assist Youth Program Coordinator with the following:
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In consultation with other service providers and refugee youth in Tucson, develop and implement the Refugee Youth Coalition and the IRC Refugee Youth Program.
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Research, design and implement leadership curriculum for the Refugee Youth Coalition.
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Provide ongoing training to Refugee Youth Coalition Leadership and supervise their work
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Organize and conduct outreach efforts with refugee youth in Tucson
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Assure all paper work and reports are completed accurately and in a timely manner
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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.
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Attend required staff meetings.
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Assist with projects and administrative duties as assigned by the Center for Well-Being Program Manager.
Requirements:
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Pursuing a degree in education or youth services related field
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One year experience in youth programming or teaching
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Microsoft Office Proficiency
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Proficiency in a foreign language is preferred, but not required
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Strong intercultural communication skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds
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Must have driver’s license, vehicle, auto insurance, and clean driving record
Commitment:
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Minimum commitment of 10 hours/week for 3 month
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Availability during IRC business hours (M-F, 8:30am to 5pm) and occasional Saturdays
Reports To: Center for Well-Being Youth Program Coordinator
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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