Youth Residential Program Intern

Internship Title: Youth Residential Program Internship Location: Whatcom County Reports to: Case Manager or Program Manager Hours: flexible; approximately 15-18 hours per week Duration of Volunteer Assignment: TBD; paid position(s) are not guaranteed at the completion of internship Starting Wage Range: unpaid, service-learning internship

NWYS Mission At Northwest Youth Services, we affirm youth experience and autonomy as we work together to foster collective healing and justice, in order to dismantle the systems of oppression that perpetuate youth homelessness.

Internship Description This position supports the success of NWYS by engaging with program participants to support positive development, as well as assisting staff with the daily operations of the PAD program.

Key Responsibilities May Include:

• Partnering with young people on outings within the community and nature.
• Supporting young people with homework, GED and drafting essays
• Supporting young people to plan and create craft projects
• Connecting with young people at YMCA for Rockwall, basketball, etc.
• Assisting with meal prep

Minimum Qualifications

• Background check clearance
• Must be 18+ years of age

Required within the first 30 days of term (provided by NWYS):

• Bloodborne Pathogens certifications required
• Must have negative TB test
• Full understanding of the CPS mandatory reporting requirements
• Food Handler’s Permit (if working with food)

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of issues faced by young people at-risk of/experiencing homelessness