What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bachelor's Level Summer Internship position at Children's Home Society of South Dakota?
Description
Wage: $20 an hour up to $2/hr shift differential
Schedule: dependent on your college requirements.
Position Overview:
Children's Home Shelter for Family Safety, a program of Children's Home Society in Sioux Falls, SD is currently seeking summer interns to support victims of domestic violence by providing care for adult shelter clients as well as crisis intervention and follow-up for non-shelter clients, and/or working with a team to provide a safe and welcoming environment for children coming from abusive situations. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.
Benefits of Interning at CHS:
- Compensation: Earn $20 an hour while gaining valuable experience in your field.
- Work-Life Balance: We are committed to helping you achieve a balance between professional growth and academic success, ensuring your internship supports both areas effectively.
- Professional Development: Engage in hands-on learning and benefit from mentorship opportunities with industry professionals, helping you sharpen your skills and deepen your expertise.
- Career Development: Gain exposure to multiple departments, providing valuable career insights and potential opportunities for future employment.
- Educational Assistance: Receive support for your academic growth, with resources designed to help you further your education while gaining practical, real-world experience.
What You Will Do:
- Assist in responding to needs of clients, crisis telephone calls, drop-in counseling sessions, shelter assessments, shelter intakes and departures.
- Perform assigned casework duties.
- Make appropriate referrals to other service agencies.
- Assist in maintaining vigilant supervision of children.
- Assist with preparing and serving meals and snacks.
- Assist in keeping shelter clean and orderly.
- Ensure safety standards and infection control policies are followed.
- Other duties as assigned.
What We’ll Love About You:
- You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
- You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
- You are able to effectively communicate.
- You align with our mission, vision, and values.
- You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
- You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
- You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.
Requirements
Education/Experience/Skills:
- Currently enrolled in a 4 year program working towards a bachelor's degree in a Human Services field.
- Must be 21 years or older
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Environment focused on the care of individuals in crisis situations. Employee is regularly required to bend and sit on the floor with children. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Human Resource Representative
ross.leonhardt@chssd.org
605-330-7384
Salary : $20
