Job Information
Family and Children's Association Student Intern (Residential Division-Nassau Haven) in Mineola, New York
Student Intern (Residential Division-Nassau Haven)
The Opportunity
Nassau Haven is an emergency shelter serving runaway and homeless youth. The program provides immediate safety, support services, and short-term placement while helping youth stabilize and transition to appropriate longer-term services.
The Intern will support staff in delivering direct services to youth in a structured residential environment. This role provides hands-on experience in counseling, case management, group facilitation, and independent living skill development while working with vulnerable youth populations.
Responsibilities:
Provide supportive interaction and engagement with residents in a safe and structured environment
Assist with individual supportive counseling under supervision
Support the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISPs) and goal planning
Participate in and help facilitate group activities and house meetings
Assist with independent living skills development and daily living support
Provide referrals and resource linkage to community-based services
Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress notes
Collaborate with residential staff to support resident needs and program goals
Participate in intakes, orientation, and transition planning as needed-Attend supervision, staff meetings, and required trainings
Assume other tasks, projects or responsibilities as needed to ensure the effective operation of the program, which may include assisting at our Adolescent Transitional Living Program
Qualifications
Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field
Interest in working with at-risk youth in a residential or shelter setting
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
Willingness to learn and apply trauma-informed and youth-centered approaches
Schedule
Based on academic requirements
Evenings may be required
Additional hours flexible based on program needs
Opportunity aligned with academic year (Fall and Spring semesters)
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