Job Description

BEGIN A CAREER THAT MEANS MORE

Few internships offer the satisfaction and gratification that come from doing work that improves the lives of vulnerable children and families. That's where Firefly Children and Family Alliance stands out from the crowd. As one of our interns, you'll be able to directly make an impact on the lives of thousands of Indiana children, families, and adults.

Firefly is currently seeking an Intern for our Home Based program. As an intern with Firefly, you will have the ability to shadow and gain a critical understanding of the rewards and challenges of the social services field. Our interns come out of our program with a key understanding of their impending careers and equipped with real world expectations.

Paid practicum is available!

Essential Functions:

• Create learning objectives to meet school program expectations for student learning plan with your supervisor
• Learn about & engage in the processes & procedures of home based programming
• Shadow field staff and interact with referral families/individuals
• Participate in individual & group supervision, and team meetings
• Assist program staff, including but not limited to director, case managers, therapists and administrative staff
• Learn about various Evidence Based Practices (EBPs) & apply to various cases
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with our partner agency, Department of Child Services (DCS)
• Engage in agency offered trainings
• Assist with data entry as needed
• Performs other related duties, as assigned

As a Home Based Intern, you may meet families challenged by:

• Child neglect and abuse
• Drug and alcohol addiction
• Mental health crisis
• Housing insecurity
• Parent/child conflicts
• Intimate partner violence

Your work with families may involve:

• Home visits
• Supervised parenting time
• Assessments
• Court observations
• Case documentation

*all as a shadow with field staff*

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• A desire to make the difference in the lives of children and families
• Capacity for all people to grow and change for the better.
• A valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Clear, effective communication skills
• Respect for confidentiality practices
• Appreciation for and ability to respond to cultural differences
• Adept prioritization and time management abilities

At Firefly Children and Family Alliance, we are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Therefore, we encourage persons who represent the diverse identities and lived experiences of the clients and communities we serve to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Firefly Children & Family Alliance does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability. 

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