Requisition ID: req47755

　　Job Title: Health and Medical Advocacy AmeriCorps

　　Sector: Health

　　Employment Category: Intern

　　Employment Type: Part-Time

　　Compensation: USD 0.00 - 0.00 Hourly

　　Location: Tucson, AZ

　　Work Arrangement:In-person

　　Job Description

　　Upon arrival to the United States and throughout their first few years, refugees and asylees face numerous hurdles to effectively navigate the US healthcare system and accessing important community health resources. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) works one-on-one with clients to meet each of their unique health needs. The Health and Medical Advocacy AmeriCorps plays an important role in IRC's mission. They work in close coordination with IRC's Health Program Manager, IRC Health Team, and local healthcare providers to coordinate and advocate for the healthcare and preventative health needs of refugee/asylee clients. By arranging appointments, teaching basic preventative health measures, and networking with healthcare providers, the HMA AmeriCorps gains valuable experience working with clients and interpreters of diverse cultural backgrounds, hone skills in case noting, gain an understanding of refugees’ acute and chronic health concerns, and develop expertise in navigating the US medical system and Arizona's Medicaid.

　　This position is eligible for a biweekly stipend through Arizona Serve.

　　This is an in-person position.

　　RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Coordinate scheduling, interpretation, and transportation for all new arrivals to establish care with a Primary Care Provider and follow up as necessary

　　Serve as patient advocate, accompany clients to medical appointments, transport clients for lab work and other diagnostic testing, and report follow-up and referrals from providers

　　Record activities as directed and give timely reports to the Health Program Manager

　　Provide training to clients regarding pharmacy services and understanding how to access prescription and over-the-counter medications

　　Assist clients to become self-sufficient in accessing transportation to medical appointments by providing trainings and assisting with applications to special transportation services as needed

　　Work closely with the Health Program Manager to assist clients in finding health resources that best meet their needs

　　Reinforce clients’ understanding of treatment instructions and referral and specialist follow up care

　　Other activities as assigned

　　Qualifications

　　Pursuing degree in health sciences or social work or possessing equivalent experience

　　Strong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds

　　Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

　　Understanding and ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding client information

　　Driver’s license, personal vehicle, auto insurance, and clean driving record; willingness to transport clients in personal vehicle when COVID-19 safety protocols are lifted

　　Technology requirements: Interns will be required to use their own technology tools to work on virtual opportunities.

　　IRC is not responsible for any personal device expenses such as personal smartphones, tablets, hotspots, data charges, etc.

　　All personal devices must:

　　-Be kept current with all operating system updates and security patches,

　　-Use a password or PIN with a minimum of 4 characters to log onto smartphones and tablets and 8 alpha and numeric characters for a Laptop.

　　-Have lock screen set to 10 minutes or less with a password required to unlock the device

　　-Configurations must be set to delete all data or lock after 10 unsuccessful attempts to enter a password or PIN.

　　-Additional policy details will be discussed during orientation and training.

　　CLEARANCES:

　　All offers are contingent on successfully passing background and criminal history checks as required by federal and state law or by IRC policy. All interns, volunteers, and AmeriCorps are required to hold a level one fingerprint card.

　　COMMITMENT:

　　300 services hours to be completed by 8/31/2024.