Domestic Violence Practicum Student

Job Description:

Job Title: Intern

Location: Troy, MO

Department: Domestic Violence Services

Employment Type: Internship

Shift: Day-shift

Job Summary:

Join our team and gain invaluable experience in providing support and advocacy services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

As a Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Intern, you will have the opportunity to assist with the day-to-day operations and programming of our confidential emergency shelter, while developing a concrete understanding of domestic violence and successfully completing your learning objectives.

Under the guidance and mentorship of experienced advocates, you will contribute to creating a safe and supportive environment for women and children seeking shelter.

Your role will involve assisting in providing group or one-on-one advocacy, developing positive relationships with clients, creating personalized safety plans, and ensuring services are provided in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

The Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Intern position offers…

Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement

Valuable Experience - Gain hands-on experience in domestic violence and sexual assault advocacy, crisis intervention, and shelter operations

Professional Development - Attend and actively participate in trainings to enhance your knowledge and skills

Supportive Mentorship - Work closely with experienced advocates who will provide guidance and oversight

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the day-to-day operations and programming of the confidential emergency shelter

• Provide group or one-on-one in-person advocacy to victims and survivors of domestic violence and their children, under the oversight and mentorship of an advocate

• Develop positive and productive relationships with persons served

• Assist in the creation of comprehensive personalized client safety plans Provide services in accordance with agency policies and procedures

• Develop individual goals with your supervisor and strive to achieve these goals throughout the internship

• Take initiative on shelter operations and advocacy tasks

• Work independently while adhering to shelter rules and guidelines

• Attend and actively participate in trainings

• Complete required paperwork and documentation accurately, factually, and concisely

• Assist survivors of domestic violence and their children in establishing and reaching goals

• Perform data entry on client interactions

• Provide crisis intervention to individuals and families

• Identify and utilize your strengths in the program, working with the Volunteer Coordinator and Domestic Violence staff

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled at an accredited College or University

Additional Requirements:

• Basic knowledge of domestic violence and sexual assault

• Basic knowledge of trauma

• Demonstrates good judgment and discernment in dealing with people

• Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectively

• Demonstrates the ability to operate a computer and use Google applications

• Effective time management skills

• Demonstrates the ability to make decisions and problem-solve

• Demonstrates the ability to work well independently and as a team player

• Demonstrates the ability to resolve conflicts effectively

Brightli Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.