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Job Title: MSW Clinical Intern

Reports to: Clinical Department

Schedule: Tuesday 9:00am – 2:30pm, Wednesday 9:00am – 2:30pm, and Friday 9:00am – 2:30pm

Location: Venice, CA

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

About Us:

Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is a leading service provider for youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. Our agency offers trauma-informed, low-barrier programs that support young people in exiting the streets and achieving stability. Our continuum of care includes street outreach, drop-in services, health and wellness programming, case management, education and employment services, and housing programs.

We strive to attract and develop individuals who reflect a broad spectrum of diversity, including racial, ethnic, gender identity, and socioeconomic dimensions. We believe that the inclusion of diverse perspectives is essential to achieving long-term, systemic change.

Job Summary:

The MSW Internship position will participate as a member of the Clinical Department, supporting the flow and responsibilities of Access Center Programming, Case Management, and Health and Wellness Therapy. This role will aid in supporting frontline staff in day-to-day operations and will also receive a caseload of members working towards various goals.

Responsibilities:

• 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 under supervision of Field Instructor
• Assist in following up for referrals for services and collecting required paperwork
• Help plan and co-facilitate-related workshops/trainings for youth and community members
• Establish treatment goals and revise counseling interventions as indicated, documenting all services in Civicore and HMIS under supervision of Field Instructor
• 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

Requirements:

• 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

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

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

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