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About The Position
The Aftercare Educational & Vocational Intern assists the Aftercare Educational & Vocational Specialist in preparing youth for educational, vocational, and workforce opportunities prior to discharge and during community transition. The intern will help implement workshops, support individualized education/career plans, and learn to coordinate with internal teams and community partners.
This role is primarily observational and supportive but includes opportunities for meaningful youth interaction under supervision.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a relevant college program (Human Services, Social Work, Education, or related field)
- Interest in working with youth in child welfare or juvenile justice settings
- Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability tomaintainconfidentiality and professional boundaries
- Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work collaboratively
Responsibilities
- Assist the Aftercare Educational & Vocational Specialist with planning and facilitating workshops (e.g., career readiness, study skills, job search strategies)
- Support youth in completing education and career-related assignments or activities
- Help maintain records of youth participation and progress, entering notes under supervision
- Support communication with schools, community agencies, and employers
- Observe and learn how individualized plans are developed and implemented
- Attend team meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions as assigned
- Shadow direct interactions with youth to understand trauma-informed, youth-centered approaches
- Assist with administrative tasks related to youth educational and vocational planning
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the Aftercare team
