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About The Position
The Behavior Support Intern will support the Therapeutic Foster Boarding Home by assisting with services for children and families. Under close supervision, the intern supports fostering home stability by observing, assisting with behavioral interventions, and participating in service coordination activities.
This internship is designed to provide practical experience in therapeutic foster care, behavioral support strategies, and interdisciplinary teamwork within a nonprofit human services setting.
Location:
Wading River (Hybrid opportunities may be available based on program needs)
About Little Flower
Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a human services nonprofit supporting the well-being of children, youth, families, and individuals across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 builds well-being by providing prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities, and medical and mental health services.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, or a related field
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Interest in foster care, child welfare, or behavioral health
Nice To Haves
- Prior volunteer or internship experience working with youth or families
- Interest in pursuing a career in social services or clinical work
Responsibilities
- Shadow Behavior Specialists and Caseworkers during foster home visits (as appropriate)
- Assist with monitoring children’s adjustment to foster placements
- Support foster parents by reinforcing behavior strategies developed by clinical staff
- Observe and contribute to the development of behavior support plans under supervision
- Assist in collecting and organizing documentation such as progress notes and behavior tracking tool
- Participate in treatment team meetings and supervision sessions
- Support coordination with schools and service providers as directed
- Assist with independent living skill activities for youth (age 14+)
- Participate in recreational or program-based activities when appropriate
- Complete assigned professional development and training activities
- Responsibilities may evolve based on learning goals and program needs.
