Caseworker Intern needed

Safe Place Greece is a registered Greek NGO supporting people belonging to vulnerable groups include, but are not limited to, refugees, migrants, abused women, victims of human trafficking, LGBTQI+ individuals, single parent families, and religious or cultural minorities.

At SPG, we envision a world where race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, class, and country of origin, no longer separate us.

About The Role: This would be an ideal role for someone who is beginning a Master’s and needing an internship as part of their curriculum requirements. The caseworker internship position is open to candidates who are passionate about human rights and supporting asylum seekers & refugees through their application process, and integration process.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain weekly check ins with your assigned members, 15 min – 1 hr sessions on average

• Caseload of approximately 15 members

• Facilitate the transfer of information that will enable members to prepare relevant documentation and access specialised care

• Facilitate group meetings for house members on average, once per month

• Attend weekly coordination meetings with other caseworkers and Operations Director

• Prepare weekly case reports and provide recommendations to Operations Director

• Support and guide residents in their job search and housing search

• Coordinate with translators and cultural mediators as necessary

• Collaborate on data collection and mapping of structures and services for the target population

• Ensure the confidentiality of all information of the members

• Promote long-term strategy and problem / conflict resolution

• Undertake other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Fluency in English is required.

• Proficiency in Arabic and/or Farsi preferred

• Preferably located in Greece. Remote positions may be considered.

• Experience working with vulnerable populations is advantageous

• Cultural sensitivity, tolerance, and patience

• Interested and aligned with SPG’s mission

• Candidates must be willing and able to work in person in Lesvos

Volunteering Opportunity:

• Work alongside highly motivated and dedicated individuals who set out to change the world

• Flexible schedule

• Introduction to different world views, cultures, traditions and languages

• Personal fulfillment through contribution to the refugee community and it’s individuals