Paid Prevention Internship — Flexible Hours & CPP/CPS Path

Hope For Youth, Inc.; Village of Amityville (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Hope For Youth, Inc. in New York is offering a Paid Prevention Internship Opportunity (PPIO) within a NYS OASAS Prevention program. The role is part-time, paid, with 60 hours of prevention-specific education and supervised field work. Completion supports pursuit of CPP/CPS credentials from OASAS.

The internship suits those interested in prevention and mental health, with flexible hours up to 20 hours per week, including mornings, evenings, and weekends. End date is September 2027.

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively within the agency and the community.
• Ability to build rapport with individuals, families, and stakeholders.
• Integrity and professionalism.
• Good oral and written communication skill; basic computer skills.
• Enthusiastic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to practice within the scope of OASAS Prevention regulations.
• NYS License in good standing, driving own vehicle (mileage reimbursement available).
• Ability to be flexible with scheduling (evenings, possible weekends).
• Physical requirements: read/write reports, walk/stand for prolonged periods, bend/stoop, kneel/squat, climb stairs, reach overhead, repetitive movement, reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to program policies and procedures.
• Follow state regulations and code of conduct.
• Perform tasks to meet client and program needs, oversight agency, and regulatory obligations.
• Learn needs of a community and identify EBPs.
• Develop and implement Environmental Change Strategy efforts.
• Engage with community meetings and coalitions to strengthen relationships.
• Collaborate with service providers, schools, law enforcement, and local businesses to deliver prevention education.
• Assist in developing and delivering workshops and initiatives.

Skills

Collaboration

Rapport building

Integrity & professionalism

Communication skills

Enthusiasm & willingness to learn

Flexible scheduling

Driving license & vehicle

Education

HS/GED preferred

Tools

NYS License in good standing

Own vehicle

Job description

Hope For Youth, Inc. in New York is offering a Paid Prevention Internship Opportunity (PPIO) within a NYS OASAS Prevention program. The role is part-time, paid, with 60 hours of prevention-specific education and supervised field work. Completion supports pursuit of CPP/CPS credentials from OASAS.

The internship suits those interested in prevention and mental health, with flexible hours up to 20 hours per week, including mornings, evenings, and weekends. End date is September 2027.