HQ Intern 0102200 - D

Job Summary:

Undertakes a professional internship designed to provide on-the-job training and experience to recent college graduates. Engages in various work assignments, projects, and activities of varying complexity, structured to enable the intern to gain the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform at a professional level, typically identified with a targeted exempt position. Receives training and mentorship in planning and carrying out activities and assignments.

Essential Functions:

• Provides entry- to intermediate-level professional services, under supervision of professional staff and/or faculty personnel, as appropriate to the day-to-day operating objectives of the unit.
• Undertakes and/or participates in projects and programs designed to develop professional skills and expertise appropriate to the needs of the organization.
• Participates in the planning and implementation of unit projects and initiatives within area of expertise.
• Interacts directly with internal or external customers in the planning of assignments and the resolution of day-to-day operational problems.
• Receives guidance, training, and mentoring from professional personnel in planning and carrying out activities and assignments.
• As appropriate to the position and as specified by unit management, conducts original research and prepares reports based on findings, to include recommendations or alternative proposals for action.
• May provide day-to-day guidance and support to student employees and/or interns within area of specialty.
• May undertake related studies or enrichment programs as appropriate to the specific objectives of the operating unit.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Other Functions:

• Attend all organizational required trainings.
• Attend all departmental and program meetings to ensure that up-to-date information is received and/or information of policy changes or practices is adhered to.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and hazard-free work area.
• Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must be computer literate.
• Cleared Tuberculosis test results.
• Cleared background check from appropriate entity.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to obtain Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification and First Aid Certification (CPR). Must be able to supervise clients indoors and outdoors by standing for long periods of time and for extended periods of time. Bending, stooping, and lifting to 15 lbs. required to complete daily tasks.

Work Environment:

This is a twenty-four-hour residential facility at which minors receive multiple services. Noise levels vary from mild to moderate. Exposed to prevalent weather conditions.