Anti-Trafficking Caseworker

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities.

About the role

The primary role of the Anti-Trafficking Caseworker for IRC Iowa is to provide comprehensive, culturally appropriate, client-centered case management services for domestic and foreign victims of human trafficking (sex and/or labor trafficking). This includes 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 administrative tasks including case notes, case file management, and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge and understanding of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA), accompanying regulations, reauthorizations and related policies concerning anti-trafficking.
• Maintain relationships with various local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
• Execute strategies to assist in the identification and referral of victims of trafficking in Iowa.
• Ensure acute needs are met in a timely and culturally appropriate manner for each program participant.
• Complete eligibility screenings for all referrals and enrollment paperwork for all eligible program participants.
• Provide comprehensive case management services to survivors, including needs assessments, safety planning, service plan development, crisis intervention, and coordination of multidisciplinary services through local partners.
• Provide appropriate legal referrals and help identify and arrange social activities in line with service plans.
• 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 meetings, staff development activities and 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Human Services or similar field is strongly preferred; comparable related work experience may be substituted.
• 2-3 years minimum working with victims of human trafficking or other vulnerable populations.
• Case management and/or victims assistance experience preferred.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills, Spanish-bilingual ability preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• 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, database experience are preferred.
• Ability to work independently and be a flexible team player.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, active insurance policy and access to reliable transportation.

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.

Pay

Pay rate: $23-$25.90. 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.

Benefits

• 10 paid sick leave days
• 10 U.S. holidays
• 20-25 generous paid time off days based on role and tenure
• Medical insurance starting at $163/month
• Dental insurance starting at $6.50/month
• Vision insurance starting at $5/month
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare, dependent care, and commuter)
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match (immediate vesting) along with a non-elective employer contribution based on age and years of service (3-year vesting)
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families