DCHS - Workplace Wellness Internship
DCHS - Workplace Wellness Internship
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Job Description
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$15.95 $30.00 HourlyDepartment:
Department of County Human Services (DCHS)Job Type:
InternExemption Status:
United States of America (NonExempt)Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
April 15 2025
The Opportunity:
Workplace Wellness Internship
Department of County Human Services Directors Office
Intern Job Title: Trauma Informed Care Wellness Intern
Job Type: Temporary College Intern
Department/Division: DCHS/ADVSD
Pay and Duration: $24 hour/3040 hours a week 12 weeks option and preference for the candidate to start in May 360 hours total)
Site: Virtual and in person at 8 buildings throughout Multnomah County
Will the Intern drive Optional
TriMet Passes are available for transportation to County facilities if needed.
Eligibility requirements and more details found on our College to County website.
Program Summary:
The Department of County Human Services (DCHS) designs programs services and funding to provide stability for Multnomah County residents across the lifespan. When we build wellbeing we make sure that everyone can reach their potential and fully contribute to our communities. DCHS strives to not only uplift our community members in times of need but to invest in innovative futureoriented approaches to human services that prevent crises build assets and nurture selfdetermination within our communities by addressing and redressing the root causes of racism and all other forms of inequity.
The department is made up of four divisions: Aging Disability and Veterans Services; Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities; Youth and Family Services; and Preschool and Early Learning. Link to website.
Internship Description:
This internship provides an excellent opportunity for an individual interested in putting their studies in applied health and fitness and program design into practice by leading workplace wellness activities with and for staff providing direct service to community members. A goal of the internship is to design body positive and equitably accessible programming to support increased resilience and healthy behavior in the workplace. Wellness encompasseswhat we do in our daily lives to feel good safe and connected through our emotions minds and bodies. Sample activities include: gentle stretching neighborhood walks mindfulness sessions burnout mitigation training experiential and belonging practices. Activities are to be inclusive of different ways of thinking ability levels and interests with an emphasis on building safety trust and belonging in the department through embodied movement somatics and relationship building. Through mentorship and under general supervision the successful candidate will promote workplace wellness for folks whohave limited options for participating in workforce wellness activities by the nature of their positions.
Some of the various projects and responsibilities may include:
Program Design
Lead wellness spaces for workers including: walking routes gentle stretching somatic movement mindfulness activities burnout mitigation training experiential activities and relationship building practice spaces
Research wellness offerings from around the world to incorporate into offerings with cultural appreciation
Develop plan and facilitate activities inclusive of ability levels background and thinking styles
Meeting Facilitation
Craft communications around wellness offerings targeting a diverse stakeholder group utilizing websites email video and other media
Host in person and virtual gatherings
Build meeting container conducive to growth mindset
Trauma Informed Care Lens
Learn about trauma informed care principles
Incorporate trauma informed care principles in program design implementation and interactions
Work collaboratively with other interns and staff
Skills and Abilities
Required
Strong interpersonal personcentered and culturally responsive communication skills
Ability to incorporate a racial equity lens into all internship functions and considerations
Ability to facilitate spaces in person and virtually
Comfort navigating established and new technology platforms
Selfdirected and organized with ability to set timelines and meet goals
Respect for and ability to work with individuals with varying life experiences
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
Creative selfstarter who enjoys a collaborative work environment
Useful
Application of an equity lens in program and training design
Ability to frame and draft cogent messages
Ability to prepare written materials using various software tools
Application of popular education principles in the development of trainings for adult learners
Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in health wellness physical fitness
Working knowledge of Google applications (Docs Meet Drive Forms Slides etc. MS Windows PC environment
Working Conditions of the Job:
This is a hybrid position with some days in office and its surrounds and other days teleworking
Problemsolving: Problems are typically recurring and routine and are solved using established practices policies procedures and instructions
Management of stressful situations: Contact with people in highly stressful or emotional situations.
Time/Schedule Requirements:
A weekly Monday Thursday schedule with flexibility if needed
Internship Outcomes:
Develop meeting facilitation and application of workplace wellness skills
Work with staff ranging from reception to executive leadership
Incorporate equity and inclusion lens into government settings
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County we dont just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions
Recruiter:
Cole WhitehurstEmail:
Phone:
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Job Profile:
8007 College InternRequired Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
