About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience within the foster care system. You will work directly with youth and foster parents in a community-based setting. The role includes opportunities to rotate through different agency departments to build a broader understanding of our work. This is an unpaid, full-time position for students pursuing degrees in Sociology, Psychology, or Public Health.
What you'll do#
- Manage cases and assist with foster care youth.
- Learn to create diagnostic assessments and treatment plans.
- Assess and engage with youth while observing professional interventions.
- Coordinate with caregivers, parents, foster parents, school staff, and mental health professionals.
- Complete necessary documentation and paperwork.
- Travel daily to provide services directly to families in the community.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor or Master of Social Work program.
- An internship or field placement requirement from your academic institution.
- LSW or SWT licensure, or CT for LPC students if you are a master’s intern.
- Proficiency with computers, tablets, smartphones, and office software like spreadsheets and databases.
- A valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and reliable personal transportation.
- Automobile insurance with $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability coverage.
Location & details#
- Location: Cleveland, Ohio.
- Modality: On-site.
- Terms: Winter 2027 and Summer 2027.
About National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP)
The National Youth Advocate Program is a nonprofit organization based in Columbus, Ohio. It provides services to children, youth, and families. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. Its work focuses on providing resources and programs to strengthen communities.
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