Anti-Trafficking Caseworker

Job Overview:The primary role of the Anti-Trafficking Caseworker for IRC Tucson is to provide comprehensive, culturally appropriate, client-centered case management services for domestic and foreign victims of human trafficking (sex and/or labor trafficking), including completing eligibility screening and enrollment paperwork, developing service plans, educating about community services, resources, and legal rights, and helping problem solve barriers to access. This position is also responsible for assisting with programmatic and administrative tasks including training, case notes, case file management, and data collection.Major Responsibilities:* Knowledge and understanding of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA), accompanying regulations, reauthorizations and related policies concerning anti-trafficking. * Build and maintain relationships with various local, state, and community agencies. * Develop strategies to further assist in the identification and referral of victims of human trafficking in Arizona * Ensure acute needs are met in a timely and culturally appropriate manner for each program participant. * Provide assistance with the development and implementation of all outreach and training activities to ensure program outcomes and activities are met. * Complete eligibility screenings for all referrals and enrollment paperwork for all eligible program participants. * Provide comprehensive case management services, including assisting with accessing community resources through local partners and providing appropriate legal referrals. * Ensure all services are linguistically appropriate and help advocate with mainstream service providers for linguistically appropriate services. * Complete case notes in a thorough and timely fashion. * Track program activities, compile data and draft reports as required by donor and agency specifications. * Coordinate services across multiple programs to ensure client needs are addressed. * Participate in all program and donor meetings, staff development activities and generally be an engaged team member. * Comply with all policies, procedures and protocols and adhere to the IRC Way. * Complete OVC’s Understanding Human Trafficking Training. * Remote case management services as needed. * Other duties as assigned.Key Working Relationships:Position Reports to: Survivor Services Supervisor Indirect Reporting: Interns/Volunteers Other Internal and/or external contacts: The anti-trafficking caseworker will be responsible for developing relationships within the IRC Anti-trafficking network and external relations with social service agencies and government entities to expand the role of IRC Anti-trafficking.Internal: IRC Anti-trafficking programsExternal: Arizona anti-human trafficking coalitions, larger anti-trafficking network including Freedom Network USA and other OVC grantees, attorney offices providing pro-bono legal services, law enforcement, social service agencies, community education presentations, community outreachJob Requirements:Education:* Undergraduate degree in Social Work, Human Services or similar field strongly preferred; comparable related work experience may be substituted.Work Experience:* 2+ years of related work experience; 1-year minimum working with victims of human trafficking, victims of crime or other vulnerable populations. * Case management and/or victims assistance experience preferredDemonstrated Skills and Competencies:* Excellent written and spoken English skills * Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented * Excellent writing and analytical skills * Public Speaking and/or presentation experience preferred * Ability to effectively communicate and work as a team member with collaborative partners, the community, and clients in a cross-cultural, multi-disciplinary environment * Computer literacy, data base experience preferred * Ability to work independently and be a flexible team playerLanguage Skills:* Fluency in written and spoken English, Spanish-bilingual ability preferred. Swahili, Kinyarwanda, Arabic, French or other refugee/immigrant language used in Arizona also favored. Cross-cultural understanding and strong communication skills, both written and verbal.Certificates or Licenses:* Must have a valid driver’s license, active insurance policy, access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel regularly throughout the service delivery area. * In accordance with Arizona State Law, must possess or be eligible to receive a fingerprint clearance card.Working Environment:* A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities. * May require occasional weekend and/or evening work. * Must be able to lift 35 to 50 pounds (furniture, household supplies, and food boxes).Compensation: (Pay Range: $22.23 - $22.59) Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Professional Standards: All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $163 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.HOW TO APPLYPlease apply on our website:https://theirc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/Tucson-AZ-USA/Anti-Trafficking-Caseworker_JR00002829