The Health Access Intern will assist the Intensive Case Management (ICM/UHP) Coordinator in managing the medical and health outreach programs of the IRC in Turlock. Interns will gain experience networking with healthcare providers, managing databases, and working with multi-cultural individuals with special medical needs.

Location: 

IRC Turlock/Modesto Office and Virtual 

Time Commitment: 

6-8hrs weekly commitment between the hours of 9-5pm Monday-Friday for a minimum of 4 months. Longer volunteer opportunities are encouraged. 

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and track the medical appointments, transportation and interpreter needs for assigned clients, utilizing interdepartmental and system-wide databases
  • Assist clients with transportation for medical appointments as necessary
  • Advocate for clients' needs when accompanying them to medical appointments
  • Work independently on an assigned project related to refugee health
  • Assist with projects and administrative duties as assigned by Case Workers.

 

Skills/Requirements:

  • Pursuing degree in health sciences, social work or possessing equivalent experience
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information
  • Ability to speak Dari, Farsi, Arabic, or Ukrainian highly desired
  • Strong knowledge of database management and design; MS Outlook, Access, Excel and Word
  • Strong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds
  • Strong organization skills and attention to detail
  • Must have driver’s license, personal vehicle, auto insurance, and clean driving record

 

This position reports to the ICM/UHP Coordinator 

  • This is an unpaid internship.
  • Work related driving is eligible for reimbursement at the charitable mileage rate.
  • Internships are available for current college students, graduate students, and graduates less than 2 years post-graduation.  Course credit and transcript notation are available if the student submits the appropriate paperwork to the Volunteer Coordinator.

 

How To Apply:
Fill out an application online. If you are a good fit for this opportunity someone will be in touch with you.