Juvenile Services Community Programs Intern

JUVENILE SERVICES COMMUNITY PROGRAMS INTERN 

What would a typical day on the job be like? What work would I do? This internship will be packed full of opportunities to learn, develop, and grow your human services skills and be an agent of change for youth! You will be participating specifically in the Juvenile Services Department and be working right alongside our Community Programs Supervisor and Staff to assist them with daily functions and ongoing projects for the City! Day-to-day, you will be working closely with the Staff of the Outreach Electronic Monitoring Program (OR/EMP) to learn the full purpose of the program and utilize all the tools available to assist clients. OR/EMP is an essential part of Juvenile Services’ Community Based Programs as it offers an array of services and activities to the youth in the City of Newport News that provides intensive staff-to-youth supervision. Some administrative work will be required to include documentation processes, polices, terminology and reviewing common program paperwork. You will have the opportunity to facilitate psychoeducational groups and complete weekly counseling sessions with clients. This internship will give you the opportunity to learn as much as you are willing to invest. 

What type of schedule will I work, and how long will the internship be? This internship will start in August and end in December. There will be flexibility, as we realize your classes come first! There is potential for a part-time or full-time job opportunity at the end of the program if the City has a vacancy at that time. 

What would some attainable goals be for me over the course of the internship? The Juvenile Services Department would like an intern to accomplish the following objectives over the course of your internship: • Prepare and maintain client case files • Assist with Intake Interviews • Maintain contact with Probation Officers • Shadow staff during site/home visits.

What type of degree program would be best be suited for this internship? Students currently enrolled in a graduate or ungraduated degree program in Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice Social Work, or a related degree will see the most value from this internship! 

What are the qualifications for this internship? This internship will require basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Communication skills will be essential both orally and in writing, and you must be dependable and professional. The ideal candidate will be enrolled in a degree program in an accredited college or university. 

Why should I choose to complete my internship with the City of Newport News? The City of Newport News is an organization committed to excellence in public service with strong communication and teamwork. We look forward to offering you a meaningful internship opportunity, exposing you to a real work environment, and providing the opportunity for you to learn, develop, and most importantly, HAVE FUN!

If interested in learning more about this position, and to apply visit https://www.nnva.gov/193/Apply-for-a-Job

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