About the role#
Selfhelp Community Services is hiring a Social Work Intern for the Fall 2026 term. Working under the supervision of a SIFI-certified Social Worker, you will provide support and assistance to older adult clients across New York. This is a paid, part-time internship based on-site in the Queens area.
What you'll do#
- Conduct home, office, and phone-based client assistance.
- Perform intakes, provide information, and offer referrals.
- Screen clients and help them with applications and re-certifications for benefits and entitlements.
- Assess clients in their homes, hospitals, or institutional settings.
- Advocate for clients and manage the development and implementation of care plans.
- Provide supportive counseling and maintain communication with families and collaterals.
- Document case notes and report statistics to meet organizational and NYC Department for the Aging standards.
- Participate in supervision, staff meetings, and agency trainings.
- Facilitate social, recreational, and group activities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Master of Social Work program.
- Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin or Korean and English.
- Three personal statements (minimum 250 words each) covering your career goals in social work and geriatrics, your general career goals, and why you are the best candidate for the scholarship.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Selfhelp Community Services
Selfhelp Community Services is a nonprofit organization founded in 1936. Based in New York, the organization provides home care, housing, and community services to 25,000 people. It focuses on helping older adults maintain independence and dignity. The staff includes 726 employees who manage various senior services and case management programs.
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