What are the responsibilities and job description for the Urban Youth Internship position at Turning Point Inc.?
Position Overview
Turning Point, Inc
Now Hiring – Urban Youth Internship
Hours: 9:00 am -4:00 pm, Monday – Friday, 35 hours per week for 8-week program
Salary: $19.00 per hour
Location: Newburyport, MA, 2 off-site Urban Youth Collaboration Program Events that will be require additional hours. Program runs 8 weeks.
Supervision:
Overall supervision is provided by the Director of Program Services and Coordinator of Human Rights & Quality Assurance (Urban Youth Coordinators). Secondary direct supervision is provided by the assigned Program Manager
SUMMARY
The Urban Youth Program provides summer employment to local community youth between the ages of 18-24. Interns participate in this “earn while you learn” program, working at Turning Point residences for eight weeks. Must successfully pass or have current CPR/First Aid training.
The following duties and scope of responsibility are listed below but are not limited to:
ADMINISTRATIVE/EDUCATION
- Attend orientation during the first week of hire.
- Attend all functions sponsored by DDS (including but not limited to State House Eventand Retreat Day).
- Attend specific training opportunities to increase awareness of TPI services and field ofdevelopmental disabilities.
- Attend weekly discussion groups with intern team and as required.
- Participate in performance assessment and appraisal process.
- Work as a team member in assigned serve model, following instructions from UrbanYouth and Residential leadership.
- Promote safe practices; adhere to and follow all safety policies; report any hazards tothe Director, Program Coordinators or Program Managers immediately.
INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT
- Monitor individuals with whom you are assigned; know where they are and help to keepthem safe.
- Help individuals to participate in and learn from the activities they engage in to the bestof their abilities.
- Interact with individuals demonstrating interest in them and the activities in which theyare engaging.
- Communicate with individuals verbally and using alternative communication
- Accompany and provide supervision to individuals while in their homes and in the
- Assist individuals with daily living skills and personal care needs, as needed.
- Demonstrate respect for the individuals’ rights and choices; help them to advocate andspeak for themselves.
- Report medical and behavioral concerns to staff and supervisors.
- Honor people’s right to confidentiality and follow all HIPAA policies.
- Understand your role and responsibility as a mandated reporter.
RECORDS AND DOCUMENTATION
- Complete data documentation as directed and trained by your supervisor.
- Report all incidents and unusual occurrences to your supervisor.
- Complete incident reports, seizure reports, and other reports as directed.
- Follow all agency policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must has valid state issued driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- High school graduate
- First Aid and CPR training will be completed during orientation.
- No prior experience is required
Our Mission
Turning Point, Inc. is a non-profit organization that is committed to providing exceptional services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Turning Point, with its team of dedicated employees, strives to teach, empower and encourage the individuals to be self-confident and to make positive contributions to their communities. In doing so, we remain committed to providing a safe and healthy environment on their journey.
Our Values
We believe in empowering our individuals to be the best people they can be. We provide the finest staffing and managerial oversight to ensure the safety of our individuals and offer our staff the proper development tools and training to help them succeed.
Pay Range
USD $19.00 - USD $19.00 /Yr.Salary : $19
