Caseworker
Company: International Rescue Committee
Location: Wichita
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
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. A
force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by
restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a
solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in
positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for
a better future. BACKGROUND: In the U.S., IRC programs are designed
to help refugees thrive, from enrolling children in school and
helping adults find employment or start businesses, to facilitating
access to health and mental health services. Our work ensures that
families receive the care they need to heal and rebuild. IRC Kansas
has supported refugees and other newcomers with trauma-informed
family services, economic empowerment programs, education for youth
and adults, and immigration legal services. IRC Kansas is committed
to helping individuals rebuild their lives and regain control of
their future in a new home. SCOPE OF WORK: The Caseworker provides
trauma-informed services to refugees and other qualified immigrants
to support a positive resettlement experience and the achievement
of client self-sufficiency. The Caseworker works closely with
clients, colleagues, and external parties to develop service and/or
self-sufficiency plans to meet individual client needs and
preferences utilizing a broad range of financial, medical, social,
vocational, and other services and resources in accordance with
client eligibility and program requirements. Major
Responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Coordinate timely pre- and post-arrival services to ensure each
client has essentials such as airport pick up upon arrival, initial
and permanent housing, food, medical care, access to
transportation, and is oriented to their new environment. Conduct
intake services with clients to assess needs. Develop
individualized self-sufficiency plans and SMART goals in
partnership with each client. Provide services that are relevant to
the client’s goals, including the distribution of direct financial
assistance, applications for public benefits, referrals to medical
and mental health services, and housing. Ensure active clients
receive at meaningful interactions over the course of the service
delivery period in accordance with program requirements. Assess and
monitor client progress to support their attainment of established
goals, address challenges, and to ensure that available resources
are utilized. Detail each client interaction in accordance with
program requirements. Input client information in ETO and assist
with tracking and reporting as needed. Collaborate effectively with
coworkers and partner organizations. Build and maintain
relationships with area service providers for the benefit of
clients. Use personal, insured vehicle and/or public transportation
(where available) to travel and transport clients and materials as
needed throughout the service delivery area. May train and lead the
activities of volunteers and interns. Other duties as assigned. Job
Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s degree in social work or
related field of study preferred. Work Experience: Relevant
professional experience in human services field required; minimum
of 2 years’ experience strongly preferred. Experience working with
refugee and/or immigrant populations strongly preferred.
Demonstrated Skills & Competencies: Ability to learn to navigate or
familiarity with database systems such as IRIS and Efforts to
Outcomes (ETO) Strong relationship building, diplomacy, and
networking skills; ability to effectively build internal and
external relationships. Demonstrated success working and
communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with
the proven ability to multi-task, prioritize duties, and manage
time effectively. Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
Fluency in English, both spoken and written; proficiency in
language(s) spoken by IRC’s clients is desired; including Dari,
Farsi, and/or Pashto. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
(Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other
digital tools for data entry, research and problem-solving
purposes. Valid driver’s license and access to a personal, insured
vehicle. 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. Compensation: ( Pay
Range: $20.00 - $22.50 ) 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. 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. Cookies:
https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/cookiesettings 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. 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.
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