MESH Social Work Intern

Job DetailsJob Location: Administrative Office - Knoxville, TN 37917Position Type: InternshipEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesPrimary Function: To identify needs of youth and implement individual, group and program strategies and interventions Key Roles & Responsibilities: Provide individual counseling, case management, and/or mentoring for youth at assigned club site(s) Facilitate small groups with curriculum focused on development of social and emotional learning skills Assist in needs assessments of programs, grant proposal writings, and program evaluations, based on need and experience Assist with or lead staff training, based on need and experience Assist in needs assessment of programs, proposal writing and program evaluations Other duties as assigned or as interest is expressed (position can be flexible and may be open to specific tasks that students wish to accomplish) QualificationsSkills & Knowledge Required: Enrolled in Social Work degree program an accredited college or university Enthusiasm to work with youth & their families and knowledge of youth development preferred Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills Knowledge and practice of the Social Work Code of Ethics and Values