Internship - Undergraduate

Program: Undergraduate – Social Work, Psychology, Behavioral Health, Sociology

INTERNSHIPS ARE UNPAID AND FOR CREDIT ONLY. YOU MUST BE IN A DEGREE SEEKING PROGRAM TO APPLY.

Are you a college student looking for an opportunity to earn credit by applying methods and theories learned in class? If so, submit your resume today for consideration for our Social Services Program Internship. This program includes Youth Permanency and Young Adult Services Programs offered by Christian Family Care (CFC). In addition to applying your educational experience, you will gain practical experience and transferable skills, earn credit, network with professionals in your field, and attain professional references for future job opportunities. This unpaid internship will provide you an understanding about the foster care system, court procedures, and advocating for youth. Interns will learn basic information about these programs, gain a complete overview of the processes and operations involved, and provide direct case management as allowed.

Requirements and Expectations

• Be currently attending or enrolled in an approved college or university.
• Agree with CFC’s Statement of Faith.
• Adhere to agency work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional behavior
• Adhere to state rules and policies governing the observation of confidentiality
• Assume personal and professional responsibilities for all activities and actions
• Utilize a courteous, enthusiastic, open-minded, and critical approach to policies and procedures within the agency
• Relate and apply knowledge acquired in the academic setting to your assignment or project
• Be consistent and punctual in the submission of all project assignments
• If applicable, provide your faculty advisor with periodic progress reports
• Pass a background check with AZ Department of Child Safety
• Valid Level 1 AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Negative TB test

Potential Duties May Include

• Learn sufficient information about the programs to be able to respond to inquiries, initial intakes, and case management, as allowed.
• Conduct file audits as requested.
• Prepare for and utilize meetings, events, and other opportunities of learning afforded to you as an intern
• Assists the Agency in a public relations capacity to help inform community groups and individuals about the mission of the CFC Family Support programs.
• Shadow staff during direct client interactions.
• Participates in CFC staff meetings, supervision, and clinical case staffings.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Assist staff with paper and electronic file maintenance.

Working Conditions

• Environment: Office
• Physical Demands: Be able to lift up to 25 lbs.