The People Concern is looking to solve the problem of chronic homelessness through mental health, case management, and outreach services by hiring an intern to support their clients.
Requirements
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and database applications.
- Experience working with those living with mental illness and/or substance addictions.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct client care through individual and/or group mental health, case management, and crisis support services.
- Assist clients with becoming involved in daily activities, socialization, health maintenance, sense of community, and progress in recovery reflecting of The People Concern’s model which emphasizes customer choice, harm reduction, and psychosocial rehabilitation.
- Participate in weekly field supervision.
- Participate in agency and department trainings as applicable.
Other
- Bachelors-level or Masters-level student enrolled in majors and/or programs in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Public Health and/or Education.
- A keen interest and desire to support individuals experiencing chronic homelessness.
- Valid CA Driver’s license if utilizing your vehicle during your internship.
- A reliable mode of transportation (metro, bus, etc.).
- Act as a role model
