Description

JOB TITLE: Safety & Operations Intern

REPORTS TO: Varies

SCHEDULE: Varies

LOCATION: Santa Monica, CA

STATUS: Intern - College Course Credit - 20 hours (Approx.) 

CELL PHONE: N/A

DRIVER POSITION: No

ABOUT US:

Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is the leading service provider for youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. Founded in 2011, our agency offers trauma-informed, low-barrier programs that support young people in exiting the streets and achieving stability so that they can thrive, not just survive. Our robust continuum of care includes street outreach, drop-in services, health and wellness programming, case management, education and employment services, and housing programs.

SPY is a unique social impact agency that is committed to overcoming structural barriers to equity, community collaboration, and innovative youth-focused programming. If you have the skills, passion, and collaborative spirit, join our growing team of nearly 100 employees.

SPY strives to attract and develop individuals who reflect a broad spectrum of diversity, including (but by no means limited to) racial, ethnic, gender identity, and socioeconomic dimensions. We believe that the inclusion of diverse perspectives is essential to achieving long-term, systemic change. We explicitly seek applications from those who self-identify as coming from historically marginalized populations to enrich and elevate our equity-centered approach to problem-solving.

SUMMARY:

SPY’s Internship program is a unique opportunity for current participants at our sights to gain real-world experience within the Safety & Operations Department.

Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, hard-working, and creative. They will demonstrate a professional demeanor, work well with others, and have strong written and verbal communication skills.

Interns are expected to be able to commute to the various location SPY Locations in the Santa Monica and Los Angeles areas.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• A wide range of administrative tasks to support the Operations team.
• Monitor SPY general phone line and email account; manage the flow of information in a timely and accurate manner.
• Log, open, sort and distribute incoming mail
• Prepare meeting agendas and materials, and take meeting minutes
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations
• Participate in meetings as directed: generate agendas, record minutes, and support with follow-up and deliverables. 
• Support the HR department with admin functions as needed
• Able to demonstrate professional work ethic.
• Able to maintain a flexible work schedule.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the mission of the program and organization.

Requirements

BACKGROUND YOU’LL NEED:

• Must have a Valid Driver’s License or State ID.
• Must be at least 18-24 years of age. 
• Must be currently attending a university or college while pursing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree.
• Familiar with SPY and has received services at any of our sites. 
• Willingness to work with folks of diverse experiences and backgrounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Changes in the environment, such as the office or outdoors.
• Physical effort/lifting, such as sedentary- up to 15-20 pounds at times.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

Mandated Reporting Requirements: The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements: Effective August 9, 2021, the State Health Officer has mandated that all workers, paid or unpaid, in homeless services organizations must provide proof of vaccination. If eligible for a booster shot, proof of booster is also required. If not fully vaccinated, weekly COVID-19 testing is necessary depending on the program. Please submit proof of vaccination to HR@safeplaceforyouth.org. To request a reasonable accommodation or exemption, please get in touch with HR at the same email address. It's important to note that these accommodations are limited.

EEO STATEMENT:

All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Safe Place for Youth does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law. 

Safe Place for Youth is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. In addition, the organization will consider employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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