Year Up Bay Area
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Program description and contact updated: 01/29/17
Program approved for: BASW [X] MSW 1st Year [X] MSW 2nd Year [X]
Parent Agency Name: Year Up Bay Area
Parent Agency Phone Number: 415.530.4613
Website: http://www.yearup.org
Agency Name: Year Up Bay Area
Agency/Program Address:
80 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94104
Program Name: Year Up Bay Area Student Services
Name of Internship Contact Person:
Chris Carmichael
Contact‘s E-mail:ccarmichael@YearUp.org
Contact’s Phone Number: 415-530-4613
County Agency is in:_SF_______.
Program Description:
Year Up is an award-winning national 501(c)3 organization striving to close the Opportunity Divide by providing urban young adults with the skills, experience and support that will empower them to reach their potential through professional careers and higher education. Through a one-year intensive training program, Year Up provides urban young adults ages 18-24 with a unique combination of hands-on technical and professional skills, college credit, and corporate internships. |
Primary Issues that the Program Addresses:
Economic justice. Work force development. Professional skills training. Technology training. Customer service skills. |
Populations and Clientele Served:
18-14 year olds. Must have high school diploma or GED. Must have an interest in working in the field of technology. |
Types of Services Offered by the Program:
Training in computer technology. Internship experience in corporate work settings. Case management. Mentoring. Networking with potential corporate employers. |
Intern Assignments and Learning Opportunities:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Admissions
Direct Services
Program Development
Site Team/Learning Community Member
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Other Specialized Training and Educational Opportunities:
Student Availability:
Days preferred: ____Weekdays only_________
Hours preferred: ___8:30am-5pm__________
Does the agency offer evening and/or weekend hours for the field placement? Yes:____ No: __X__
Agency Profile:
Non-Profit: __X__ Public/Government: ____ Educational Institution: __X__ Other (specify): ____
If a K-12 school, is PPS supervision available? Yes: ____ No: ____
INTERN CHARACTERISTICS
Please indicate the number of students in the following categories that the agency could accommodate:
BASW:__2__ First-Year MSW: __2__ Second-Year MSW: __3__ Second-Year Title IV-E:____
Please indicate any particular characteristics and skills that would be desirable for this placement (e.g., language capacity, knowledge of specific computer programs, etc.):
To be successful in this role, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment where you work closely with both students and external organizations to navigate sensitive situations with support from the field instructor. You will be comfortable implementing confidential processes, communication systems and reporting. Ideally, you’ll also be someone who is adept at working with and across teams, with an ever-present focus on supporting, respecting and empowering our students. |
Number of SF State University School of Social Work students previously placed at this agency: __1?___
SPECIAL PLACEMENT PROCEDURES OR REQUIREMENTS
Does the agency require:
_____ Fingerprint clearance
_____ Background check
_____ TB clearance
_____ Other health examinations
_____ Immunizations
_____ A vehicle for placement related duties
Does the agency cover the cost for any background checks or health procedures? Yes:____ No: __X__
Does the agency require an early start or late completion date: Yes:____ No: _X?_
Are there any other special placement procedures or requirements? If so, please specify:
No |
INTERN BENEFITS
Does the placement offer a stipend? Yes:_X___ No: ____
If yes, how much is offered and are there any particular requirements to receive the stipend?
Stipends available for MSW interns only. 1st year MSW interns: $800 2nd year MSW interns: $1200 |
Are there other benefits available (e.g., work study matching funds, food, transportation, subsidies for travel expenses and conferences, etc.)? If so, please specify:
N/A
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STAFF MEMBERS PROPOSED AS FIELD INSTRUCTORS
Name |
Title |
Phone Number |
E-mail Address |
Chris Carmichael |
Associate Director of Student Services (San Francisco) |
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Alyssa Burnham |
Student Services Manager |
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Valerie Brown |
Associate Director of Student Services (Silicon Valley) |
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