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Job Summary:
Exciting paid internship with hands on experience in the Human Service Field!
The Urban Youth Intern is responsible for providing practical experiences that enhance skill development and foster social interactions essential for workplace readiness. These activities allow individuals to practice teamwork communication and problemsolving in realworld settings. Additionally successful participation can boost selfesteem and confidence making individuals more prepared for employment through volunteerism. The Urban Youth Intern must maintain a supportive and encouraging demeanor to foster a positive communication environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Be able to be on time and present for the entirety of scheduled shifts.
2. Assist and participate in community activity groups (social and volunteering).
3. Must focus on the safety of the individuals during pickups dropoffs and activities. To minimize the risk of falls assist individuals in and out of the van.
4. Assist on watching the individuals while out in the community to ensure their safety. (Eyes On Approach)
5. Understanding cognitive disabilities and their implications for the individuals daily life functions and comprehension. Being patient and assist during explaining instructions to individuals and be willing to repeat instructions when necessary.
6. Being flexible willing and understanding of the need to change daily groups volunteering sites and van assignments.
7. Assisting on executing daily tasks such as completing paperwork thoroughly.
8. Assist in developing communitybased activities to enhance skills and confidence. Provide innovative ideas of places to visit and lunch sites.
9. Be willing to participate in Vocational Health & Wellness Practical Life and Art Culture & Community.
10. Help with the general scope of the department as needed (paperwork special projects other departments such as PreEts).
11. Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Abilities
Interest in pursuing a career in the Human Service field
Able to work with persons with cognitive disabilities
Available to work in the Dorchester Area
Education and Experience
1. High School Diploma (Ideally graduating High School Seniors)
2. Some college courses (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of navigating the local cities of the Greater Boston Area.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Being able to stand and instruct during social and volunteering opportunities.
Mathematical/Technology Skills
Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.
Being able to navigate eAcademy Paycom and other internet resources as needed.
Communication Demands
Ability to communicate effectively to the workforce of English learners and those who use ASL.
Excellent customer service skills and ability to manage conflict
Environmental Demands
The work is performed in a nonsmoking environment. The work is normally performed in a temperaturecontrolled zone however there are exceptions. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires multiple site visits at locations in and around Boston.
Required Experience:
Intern
Full-Time