Social Worker Intern - Community Services (Unpaid)

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Outstanding benefits

Job summary

A community support organization in Kankakee, Illinois is looking for an intern to assist in homeless prevention and case management services. The role involves working with diverse populations and requires enrollment in a college program, preferably in Social Work. Candidates must have strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This opportunity promotes personal growth and an impactful career in social services.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a college program is required, preferably in Social Work or Human Services.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management for program participants in community settings.
• Assist with quality review processes related to client services.
• Engage in research affecting client needs and compile data reports.
• Learn office phone system and provide reception coverage as needed.
• Conduct homeless prevention assessments and related data reporting.

Skills

Fundamental communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to relate to families in crisis

Interpersonal skills

Research and data compilation skills

Education

Enrollment in an approved college program (BSW preferred)

BSW preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Description

Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? At Catholic Charities Diocese, of Joliet we are mission-driven, focused on positive results for people and believe that people should be treated with dignity and respect.

If you feel the same way, we encourage you to join us in making a difference! Discover an extraordinary career opportunity that combines competitive pay with outstanding benefits.

Apply now so we can make a lasting impact together!

General Responsibilities

1. This is an Internship position.
2. Operate as a member of the Community Services team, providing services to clients in the areas of Homeless Prevention and Transitional and Rapid Rehousing programs.
3. Other duties as assigned within the guidelines of this position.

Essential Functions

1. Meet with individuals in the office and in community settings including home visits to provide case management to program participants.
2. Assist with quality review processes.
3. Ability to relate well to families and individuals in crisis situations.
4. Must demonstrate fundamental communication and problem solving skills.
5. Ability to work effectively with co-workers, other community agencies, and constructively with persons from all ethnic, racial, and social backgrounds.
6. Conduct Homeless Prevention Assessments and related documentation for that program
7. Provide Case Management for Transitional Housing and Rapid Rehousing clients, including service planning, social histories and other supportive services.
8. Learn office phone system including providing occasional coverage for reception absences.
9. Engage in research impacting client needs and compiling data reports.
10. Conducts Landlord Engagement and works with prospective landlords for housing.

Requirements

1. Enrollment in an approved college program is required for this position, BSW Students are preferred with preference in areas of Social Work and Human Services. All degrees must come from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval.
2. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Teams.
3. Strong verbal and written communications skills.
4. A valid driver’s license, reliable means of transportation and proof of liability insurance is required.