UDOH Fieldwork

Project Title	Refugee Health Program
UDOH Project Lead	Amelia Self
Email	aself@utah.gov			Phone	(801) 538-6221
Work Location	§ Utah Department of Health (288 North 1460 West, Salt Lake City)
Project Description	The goal of the Utah Refugee Health Program is to “Foster community health partnerships with those serving refugee populations through culturally appropriate health screening, education and referrals.”  By coordinating activities between local providers, resettlement agencies, local health departments, DWS, Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and ORR, the Utah Refugee Health Program facilitates and promotes health programs and services that are culturally and linguistically appropriate. This project will provide direct assistance to Refugee Health Program by: Developing a Refugee Health Resource Guide Conducting data analysis (dental utilization) Creating cultural backgrounders and program factsheets Assisting with data entry Other tasks as assigned
Prerequisites	Master level student in health promotion, public health, social work, or related field Knowledge of refugee resettlement process Familiar with health care system in Utah Ability to communicate effectively (written, visual and verbal) Strong organization skills; detail oriented Ability to work independently
Project Start Date	5/15/2013 (start date is flexible)		Project End Date				8/15/2013
Hours per week	10-15 hours  (flexible)	Total number of hours	dependent upon the student’s work pace and internship requirements.			Pay rate		Unpaid
Other Details	§ Must be available to work in Salt Lake City on site at the Utah Department of Health § This internship not does provide direct services to the refugee community