Human Services Intern

At Access: Supports for Living and our Access: Network partners, we help people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible - and we support our staff in doing the same. Across our family of organizations, team members work in mental health, substance use, disability, employment, housing, and family services, doing meaningful work in a collaborative and respectful environment. We offer supportive leadership, opportunities to learn and grow, competitive benefits, and the chance to build a career with purpose. If you’re looking for work that matters and a team that values what you bring, the Access Network is a great place to be.

Location: Middletown, NY

Other potential locations available in Orange County, Dutchess County, Ulster County, Columbia County, Green County, Westchester County, and Rockland County.

Pay: Unpaid

Hours: Flexible within the following time frame, Monday – Friday 8am-6pm

Some programs offer more or less flexible hours; however, we do not offer opportunities on the weekends.

This position requires that applicants be enrolled in a degree program that will grant them credit hours for their internship. Applicants must be in a Human Services or related degree program.

To be considered for an internship placement with Access, please submit a cover letter with your application that includes the school you are attending, your degree program, details on your internship requirements, and the Access program(s) of interest to you.

Potential programs for an internship placement include Community Alternatives, REAL Changes, Preventive, REACH, Care Management, IDD Residential, MH Residential, Pre Voc, and Career Services.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

• Coach/teach/demonstrate new skills to clients.
• Shadow and assist team.
• Assist in writing case notes.
• Support the individual to participate in meaningful activities.
• Aid the individual in pursuing personal interests and aspirations.
• Model appropriate boundaries and behaviors.
• Observe and report on activity engagement trends.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT:

• Participate in the discussion of clients’ individual valued outcomes, core competencies, and progress.
• Assist with group facilitation.
• Assist with client intakes.
• Build on the individual's abilities and maximize their potential.
• Additional assignments may be determined at a future date.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Ability to maintain healthy boundaries with clients.
• Maintain an encouraging and accepting environment.
• Strong organization skills with accurate attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Previous Human Services experience is a plus.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Undergraduate students in Human Services or related degree programs.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to perform the job's essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position, which are reviewed in each case.

• Must be capable to sit or stand in front of a computer for long-periods of time
• Able to work in open space floor plan
• Must be capable to move throughout work day
• Work alongside co-workers within 3 feet
• Must be able to move in tight spaces
• Occasional lifting of > _15 pounds

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans