Program Sites

Elementary School (Multiple Subject)

Public K-8 charter school. 

The mission of the Chico Unified School District, a partnership of students, staff, families and community, is to ensure all students achieve high levels of academic and personal success, contribute to the community and confidently compete in a changing global society by engaging in quality educational programs that address diverse student needs and promote learning throughout life.

Our program offers hands-on practicum experience supporting students and families experiencing homelessness within a school setting. Interns will develop skills in case management, outreach, and advocacy while helping remove barriers to school enrollment, attendance, and academic success.Students will gain experience...

Secondary School (Single Subject)

Through public housing authorities, HUD provides rental assistance vouchers for housing to Veterans who are eligible for VA health care services and are experiencing homelessness. VA case managers may connect these Veterans with support services such as health care, mental health treatment and substance use counseling to...

Student interns in our office will assist with providing case management for students who may be in crisis or suffering from external hardships that may impede their academic progress. Students will also practice confidentiality at a high level as they may encounter students they may be familiar with and must practice their...

This MSW practicum position supports the development and implementation of the HCAI Wellness Coach Certification Program at Chico State. The program aims to establish a certified Wellness Coach curriculum and practicum pathway for undergraduate social work students, enhancing their preparation to serve children and youth across the region.
The MSW intern will play a vital role in developing informational materials, coordinating outreach to undergraduate students, and connecting with counties within the Chico State service region to raise awareness about the Wellness Coach certification opportunity.
Regional outreach efforts will include connecting with organizations for employment opportunities for students post-graduation as well as learning the needs for serving children and youth, likely through the developent and implementation of a regional needs assessment.

Chico Unified School District is dedicated to identifying, locating and assessing all students from infancy through age 21 who may have disabilities. We work in partnership with the Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) to provide appropriate support and related services to those students.

The McKinney-Vento Education of Homeless Children and Youth Assistance Act is a federal law that ensures immediate enrollment and educational stability for homeless children and youth. McKinney-Vento provides federal funding to states for the purpose of supporting district programs that serve homeless students.

The...

Students have opportunities to work directly with families by conducting needs assessments, connecting families to campus and community resources, and supporting the referral process. Students will also collaborate with teaching staff, administration, and potentially outside agencies. Additional opportunities include...

At Children First, we are dedicated to serving the needs of foster children, ages infant to 18, and the families who care for them. Our goal is to provide children with safe, secure homes where they are able to experience a loving home environment while their family is healing and working toward restoration. The role of the...