Internship - Residential (Summer 2026)

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A child and family nonprofit organization in Indianapolis is seeking a PAID Intern for its Residential program. The role involves teaching social, academic, and independent living skills to youth. Ideal for students in Social Work or Psychology, this internship provides the chance to make a meaningful impact on vulnerable children and families. Responsibilities include maintaining relationships, modeling life skills, and completing documentation. Must be at least 21 with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license with valid insurance. Must not have 6 or more points on driving record.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and collaborate with shelter staff to care for children.
• Establish and maintain meaningful relationships with children.
• Model and teach youth various life skills.
• Complete required paperwork on time.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Effective organization and time management skills

Education

Pursuing a degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services

Job description

Introduction

Firefly Children and Family Alliance is a nonprofit that has supported Indiana families and adults for generations. Our organization is built on the belief that giving kids and adults the chance to succeed creates stronger communities. We help Hoosiers overcome hardship and unhealthy behaviors.

Overview

START A CAREER THAT MEANS MORE

Few internships offer the satisfaction and gratification that come from doing work that improves the lives of vulnerable children and families. That's where Firefly Children and Family Alliance stands out from the crowd. As one of our interns, you'll be able to directly make an impact on the lives of thousands of Indiana children, families, and adults.

Firefly is currently seeking aPAIDInternfor our Residential program. The Residential Intern is responsible for teaching sound social, academic, and independent living skills to youth placed in the shelter care facility through the Teaching Family Model in order to promote positive behavior change based on each youth’s individualized behavior management plan. This opportunity is ideal for students pursuing degrees in Social Work, Psychology, or other Human Services-related fields, with the potential for continued employment after July.

This internship will have, or has the potential to have direct contact, on a regular and continuing basis, with children who are under the direct supervision of the agency.

Responsibilities

Childcare (80%)

• Courteouslycommunicateandcollaboratewithallshelterstaff andsupervisors in order to achieve healthy day-to-day care of children.
• Patientlyestablishandmaintainmeaningfulpositiverelationships with children as outlined in each behavior care plan using the Teaching Family Model (TFM).
• Maintain adaily,structuredroutinethat includesextra-curricular activities in and outside of the shelter to promote healthy habits based on children’s developmental needs.
• Conscientiously model and teach youth various life skills such as appropriate socialinteraction,self-care,includingpersonalhygiene,andself-maintenance, including household chores and food preparation.
• Accurately follow de-escalation procedures in response to crises by identifying andimplementingappropriateverbaltechniquesfromtheTFMorprescribed in an individualized behavior support plan; attempt to reduce or eliminate the need for physical restraint.

Administration (20%)

• Thoroughly complete all required paperwork on time in accordance with TFM requirements.
• Meticulously maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of the facility in compliance with regulations.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organization & time management skills.
• Candidates must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license with valid insurance. Must not have 6 or more points on driving record.