Direct Service Intern

FCNI is a community focused non-profit based in San Luis Obispo, CA. We work in partnership with San Luis Obispo County agencies and other community-based organizations to provide hope, stability, support, and empowerment to those in need.  Our mission could not be accomplished without the dedication, passion, and commitment of our incredible team. Our employees are truly our most valuable asset. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and our collective achievements as well.

We are currently looking to add new members to our dynamic team for Direct Service Intern . The Student Interns will work within the agency's Foster Care and Specialty Mental Health programs. This internship is for students pursuing a degree to work in a social work or behavioral health setting. The intern will receive hands-on experience in a community-based setting providing direct for children/youth and families with severe emotional needs. 

View our agency's site here: What We Do - Family Care Network (fcni.org) 

Equal Employment Opportunity  

FCNI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, FCNI complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

COMPENSATION 

• Starting hourly rate: $21.00 per hour 
• Non-Exempt classification per FLSA  
  
• Mileage reimbursement $0.70 cents per mile 

BENEFITS 

• PTO accrual
• Paid Holidays

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program. Preferred majors: Psychology, Child Development and Social Service  
• Must be eligible for a 2-quarter internship overseen by their university. A 3-quarter commitment is preferred. 
• 15-20 hours per week 
• Required course completion prior to internship: 
  • Psychology students: Psych 323 (Helping Relationships) 
  • Child Development students: Psych 323 (Helping Relationships), CD 131 (Observation and Interaction with Children) and CD 230 (Preschool Lab) 
• Be of good character and reputation, professional, communicate effectively, and able to follow agency policy & procedures 
• Must be able to pass a background check, health/drug screening, and TB testing 
• Must have a valid driver license, auto insurance and registration 
• Eligibility for employment in the U.S. (I-9) 

BASIC DUTIES AND SCHEDULE 

• Participate in a 5–week in person training curriculum scheduled on Fridays from 8:30 a.m. –5:00 p.m. 
• Participate in weekly in-person supervision 
• Attend Direct Service meetings every Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. 
• Available weekend and evenings to comply with internship requirements and available client needs. 
• Must be available to work onsite at FCNI offices and/or client locations 
• Utilize personal vehicle and receive mileage reimbursement 
• Under the direct support of a clinical supervisor, students will gain professional development through client interactions, collaboration, documentation, training supervision.  Therapeutic activities may include: 
  • Participation on a Child and Family Treatment teams 
  • Individual behavioral interventions guided by an approved client treatment plan 
  • Reinforcing and teaching daily living skills 
  • Client supervision and time structuring 
  • Support to and collaboration with client's caregivers/family members 

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