Anti-Trafficking Caseworker
International Rescue Committee
- San Jose, CA
- $25.51-26.30 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide trauma-informed comprehensive case management for foreign-born survivors of trafficking to help them feel safe, empowered, and stable.
- Ensure acute client needs are met in a timely and culturally appropriate manner.
- Complete individualized initial assessment and safety planning, orientation to services, support, referral, and advocacy services by assessing and evaluating clients' distinct needs.
- Assist clients with referrals and access to appropriate resources including shelter, physical and mental health services, and legal services to work towards a stable immigration status.
- Community Outreach
- Develop and implement a region-wide outreach plan to increase awareness regarding the needs of Victims of Trafficking services in five counties
- Coordinate with Program coordinator regarding outreach plan and travel to sites to meet with potential Develop and implement a region-wide outreach plan
- Distribution of informational material and posters to hotels, truck stops, bus stations, law enforcement, hospitals, school administrators, and in other public places
- Host public information meetings in the Public Library and at faith-based organizations
- Partnerships and Community Engagement
- Build partnerships with coalition members and providers; work to connect clients to available resources, including various local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. With their assistance, develop safety plans/protocols for clients, staff and the office.
- Work alongside coalition to improve regional services available to survivors of trafficking via community outreach, training, and engagement.
- Participate in all IRC program meetings, staff development activities, and fully engage as a member of the team.
- Documentation and Reporting
- Ensure quality case notes and documentation for contacts made and services provided on behalf of client and for case file management and quality assurance.
- Prepare, distribute and document direct assistance requests for clients including rent, utilities and other payments. Maintain record of case management expenses in case file.
- Draft reports as required by funders and/or donors.
- Comply with all policies, procedures and protocols of the agency.
- Other related duties as assigned.
- An undergraduate degree, preferred, with an emphasis in Social Work, Psychology, or an equivalent field of study preferred. Significant relevant work experience can replace education requirements.
- Approximately 2 years of relevant work experience in social service, case management, human service or related fields. Experience should include a minimum of one year providing direct service to underserved communities.
- Excellent understanding of case management principles.
- Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to multi-task, prioritize duties, and manage time effectively.
- Compassion towards and understanding of unique needs of survivors of trafficking.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) of October 2000, accompanying regulations, reauthorizations and related policies concerning trafficking strongly preferred.
- Excellent organizational and case-file document management skills.
- Working knowledge of legal providers, social services, public benefits, community organizations, health care systems, and related human services in the Bay Area strongly preferred.
- Must be able to assist clients solve difficult problems under pressure.
- Must be able to consistently work towards self-sufficiency with all clients.
- Proven ability to contribute both independently and as a key team member.
- Fluency in written and spoken English required. Fluency in spoken Spanish strongly preferred.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license required; willingness to transport clients strongly preferred.