PURPOSEFULL LIVING INTERN

North Hill Needham Inc.; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

North Hill Needham Inc. is seeking a PurposeFULL Living Intern to support resident engagement and program development within the PurposeFULL Living Department.

The intern will receive mentorship throughout the experience and complete a final project with recommendations presented to department leadership. The role involves creating projects, conducting research, assisting with documentation and evaluation, and participating in weekly mentorship meetings to understand departmental operations.

Qualifications

• Current student or recent graduate enrolled in human services, psychology, gerontology, recreation, communications, music therapy, arts, or related field preferred.
• Experience with project-based work or program development preferred.
• Proficient with computer software programs.

Responsibilities

• Create assigned PurposeFULL Living projects focused on workflow improvement, documentation, engagement systems, or programming.
• Conduct research, gather data, and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Assist with program development, documentation, and evaluation.
• Participate in weekly mentorship meetings and follow-up discussions with departmental leadership.
• Collaborate with Team Members to gather feedback and understand operational needs.
• Observe PurposeFULL Living programming to understand departmental operations.
• Provide project updates during scheduled check-ins.
• Develop a final project and deliver the findings to departmental stakeholders.

Skills

Creative thinking

Confidentiality

Independent work

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Human services / psychology / gerontology / recreation / communications / music therapy / arts or related field

Job description

PurposeFULL Living Intern

The PurposeFULL Living Intern supports the PurposeFULL Living Department by assisting with projects that enhance resident engagement, improve department processes, and support new programming. The intern receives mentorship throughout the experience and completes a final project with recommendations presented to department leadership.

Job Specific Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Create assigned PurposeFULL Living projects focused on workflow improvement, documentation, engagement systems, or programming
• Conduct research, gather data, and evaluate program effectiveness
• Assist with program development, documentation, and evaluation
• Participate in weekly mentorship meetings and follow-up discussions with departmental leadership
• Collaborate with Team Members to gather feedback and understand operational needs
• Observe PurposeFULL Living programming to understand departmental operations
• Provide project updates during scheduled check-ins
• Develop a final project and deliver the findings to departmental stakeholders
• Meets department uniform, appearance and grooming requirements
• Complies with all OSHA safety regulations, local applicable laws regarding health, safety or environment

Required Skills And Abilities

• Creative thinking and interest in program development
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and strong customer support skills
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with Team Members, Residents, family members, visitors, and the general public
• Work professionally with people from a wide variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
• When working in Resident areas, must be able to communicate effectively in English
• Attends and participates in in-service educational classes, Healthcare Academy and staff meetings as directed

Education And Experience

• Current student or recent graduate enrolled in human services, psychology, gerontology, recreation, communications, music therapy, arts, or a related field preferred
• Experience with project-based work or program development preferred
• Proficient with computer software programs

Satisfactory completion of a background investigation is required for this position.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $19-$20/hour

Individual compensation within this range is based on a candidate’s specific qualifications, including education, overall experience, relevant experience, and specific skills. We strive to ensure that compensation is competitive, fair, and reflects the value each candidate brings to the role.

North Hill is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment and advancement to all team members and potential team members. North Hill does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/ or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations.

North Hill embraces diversity and believes that our community is enriched when people from varied cultures, backgrounds and attitudes come together in shared interests. We welcome people of every race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, political view and familial status. We thrive collectively in an environment of inclusivity that encourages a free exchange of ideas.