About the role#
SCO Family of Services is seeking an MSW intern to join our Qualified Residential Treatment Programs in Jamaica, New York. This is an unpaid, part-time internship opportunity available on a rolling basis for students seeking field placement experience.
What you'll do#
You will observe and participate in daily program functions to gain direct experience in social work services. You will support young adults as they work toward their permanency goals, including:
- Assisting with parent reunifications.
- Supporting housing, employment, and educational objectives.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a CSWE-accredited Master of Social Work program with school approval for field placement.
- Academic and professional standing that meets both school and agency requirements.
- A strong interest in child welfare, trauma-informed care, behavioral health, developmental disabilities, family systems, and permanency practice.
- Professional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to maintain timely documentation.
- The ability to work respectfully with youth, families, and colleagues across diverse identities, cultures, abilities, beliefs, and lived experiences.
- A willingness to receive feedback, engage in reflective supervision, and practice within the limits of your training and assigned responsibilities.
- The ability to comply with all required clearances, health requirements, trainings, and onboarding procedures before starting.
Location & details#
- This role is located in Jamaica, New York.
- This is an on-site, unpaid internship.
About SCO Family of Services
SCO Family of Services is a nonprofit organization based in Garden City, New York. Founded in 1895, it provides human services to residents of New York City and Long Island. The organization focuses on early childhood education, youth development, foster care, and family support. It also operates programs for individuals with special needs and behavioral health requirements. The staff consists of approximately 1,708 employees.
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