MSW Clinical Internship

Join Safe Place for Youth as a Clinical Intern and contribute to our mission of providing trauma-informed, low-barrier programs for youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop and demonstrate skills in social work, integrate theories and practices learned in and out of the classroom, and develop an understanding of the diversity of a community population and the role of diversity in social work practice.

• Participate in SPY's orientation and in-service training programs for professional staff and volunteers as needed
• Attend Clinical Department team meetings and group supervision
• Run Front Desk operations on a rotation basis ensuring members are connected with needed programs and services
• Conduct intakes, assess needs, and refer new youth to pertinent services/programs such as housing, mental health, benefits, education, and employment as needed
• Assist in following up for referrals for services and collecting required paperwork (including follow up calls)
• Help plan and co-facilitate-related workshops/trainings for youth and community members
• Establish treatment goals and revise counseling interventions as indicated. Evaluate member/family response to psychosocial interventions; identify obstacles and assist in understanding goals of intervention, documenting all services in Civicore and HMIS
• Co-facilitate group therapy sessions with the Health & Wellness Therapist
• Participate in one hour (minimum) supervision
• Other duties as assigned and responsibilities as assigned to support the mission of the program and organization

• Must be currently attending a university or college while enrolled in an accredited MSW program
• Must have a reliable method of communication
• Must have a valid Driver's License and/or State ID
• Willing to complete a live scan (background check) and TB Test
• Is punctual and organized
• Able to work effectively with people of diverse races, ethnicities, and sexual orientations in a multicultural environment
• Willingness to work with folks of diverse experiences and backgrounds
• Can utilize a harm reduction, trauma-informed approach when working with young people
• Willing to accept a variety of tasks to support the function and services provided at the Access Center and other SPY locations

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.

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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