What are the responsibilities and job description for the Undergraduate Internship- Residential Program position at LENAPE VALLEY FOUNDATION?
Come Join Our Team!
The Undergraduate Intern will assist program staff in supporting residents with the development of daily living skills, participate in resident group meetings, help maintain site safety and cleanliness, and complete required documentation. The intern will gain hands-on experience in recovery principles, case management, and supportive services under supervision.
What We Offer
- Weekly individual supervision with licensed clinicians
- Experience working with a wide variety of populations using different treatment modalities.
- Ability to work with individuals in varying levels of residential care
- Access to an online training database where you can seek out clinical training.
- A supportive work environment
What You Bring
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s program in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Criminal Justice, Education, or a related human services discipline
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to use a computer to view information and document observations
- Basic understanding of recovery principles and a willingness to learn
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the internship, with or without accommodation.
Learning Objectives/Departmental Expectations
- Shadow residential staff as they support residents in daily routines, skill building, and recovery activities in the residence and community.
- Observe therapeutic interactions, group meetings, service‑planning processes, and team case discussions.
- Observe crisis‑response procedures to understand safety, de‑escalation, and emergency protocols.
- Develop effective communication skills to help residents feel heard, respected, and supported.
- Strengthen professional behavior, boundaries, and teamwork skills essential to human services work.
- Participate in social, recreational, and community‑integration activities that promote engagement and independence.
- Complete required trainings to build knowledge of recovery‑oriented practice, behavioral health, crisis intervention, and ethics.
- Learn to document resident interactions and services accurately within the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Attend staff meetings and training to understand how the residential program functions within the broader behavioral health system.
- Interact with multidisciplinary professionals committed to compassionate, comprehensive resident care.
- Experience resident interactions across varying levels of need, motivation, and independence.
- Contribute to a clean, safe, recovery‑focused residential environment.
About Lenape Valley Foundation
Since 1958, Lenape Valley Foundation (LVF) has been a trusted non-profit provider of essential human services in Bucks and Montgomery Counties. Our mission is to partner with individuals facing mental health, substance use, or developmental challenges as they pursue personal goals and improved quality of life. With over 30 programs and a commitment to evidence-based care, LVF continues to evolve to meet community needs.
Our Commitment To Diversity and Inclusion
LVF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace that respects and celebrates diversity. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and ensure a discrimination and harassment free environment where everyone is treated with dignity.