Social Worker Intern

Reports to: PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Location: 685 East 187th St., 2nd Floor, Bronx, NY 10458

Hours: 19 HOURS weekly

Schedule: TBD

Salary: $0 - This is an UNPAID Internship.

Major Duties:

• Provide initial intake, assessment, planning and ongoing case management with students.
• Provide individual and group counseling and crisis intervention as needed.
• Conduct workshops on healthy relationships, dating violence, nutrition and other relevant topics.
• Assist students in attending school regularly through identifying obstacles and connecting with resources
• Develop resources and linkages to meet student needs.
• Assist in carrying out other aspects of the program including recognition events, trips and leadership activities.
• Plan and coordinate with other Good Shepherd Services team members and relevant school staff.
• Attend continuing education workshops and trainings.
• Perform statistical, narrative and record keeping duties as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work required. Must be enrolled in a Graduate Program.
• Must have experience working with adolescents/young adults individually and in groups.
• Must be able to work evenings
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work cohesively as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
• Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.