The Opportunity

The Children’s Mental Health and Wellness Division offers an array of services to meet the individual needs and strengths of children and families. Our Home and Community Based services offer support to children and youth 5-21 and their families by offering respite and caregiver services to enhance the family’s ability to care for the child in the home.


The intern will provide individual planned respite services to clients ages 5-21 and be required to complete documentation, i.e., progress notes, treatment plans in order to be in compliance with State, County, Agency and Program regulations.  They will also gain experience in both case management services, i.e., researching community resources, shadowing staff on home visits, as well as experience conducting program outreach in the community. A valid NYS driver's license with a safe and responsible driving history and ability to conduct home and field visits is required, along with a motor vehicle that is properly registered and insured with NYS.  When the intern is requested to transport a client, an agency vehicle will be provided.

Qualifications 

• Junior or Senior Level Undergraduate Social Work Student (BSW), or graduate student (MSW)
• Valid New York State driver's license with a safe and responsible driving history
• Vehicle that is properly registered and insured by New York State and is available for use to conduct home/field visits

Schedule:

• 14 - 21 Hours Weekly
• Blended work (Both remote and on-site assignments)

Supervisor Credentials:

• LMSW, SIFI Certification