Youth serving social service organization internshipAt — Teen Leadership Foundation

Teen Leadership Foundation (TLF) has a mission to improve the lives of foster youth through our leadership-equipping programs and innovative transitional housing model. Based in Costa Mesa, CA, TLF’s programs include housing, employment workshops, and mentorship.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Client Interaction: Engage with clients in a respectful and empathetic manner, assisting with intake processes, assessments, and developing client-centered plans.
• Case Management: Support and hands on case management experience. Maintain client records, scheduling appointments, and following up on client progress.
• Administrative Support: Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and preparing reports as needed.
• Team Collaboration: Participate in team meetings, contribute ideas, and work collaboratively with professionals from various disciplines.
• Community Engagement: Represent TLF at community events, participate in outreach efforts, and support advocacy initiatives.
• Special Projects: Contribute to special projects or research assignments that align with organizational goals and your professional interests.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program, pursuing a degree in [relevant field such as Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, etc.].
• Passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others and committed to upholding ethical standards in human services.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Organizational skills with attention to detail, able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and willingness to learn new software or database systems as required.                                                          

Evaluation and Outcome Measurement:

• Gain practical experience in a reputable human service organization.
• Develop professional skills and expand your knowledge of social service delivery.
• Learn to collect and analyze data related to client outcomes and program impact.
• Understand the importance of evidence-based practice and continuous improvement in human service delivery.
• Network with professionals in the field and explore potential career paths.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate academic commitments, if applicable.
• Potential for academic credit or letters of recommendation based on performance.
• Gain an understanding of the challenges facing transitional age youth.

Position: 90 hours or required hours

Location: TLF office (Costa Mesa)

Availability: Flexible day time in person hours

To Appy:  Email resume and cover letter to info@teenleadershipfoundation.org  Subject line: Resume -Fall Intern 2024

Client Interaction: 
*Engage with clients in a respectful and empathetic manner, assisting with intake processes, assessments, and developing client-centered plans.
Case Management:
*Support and hands on case management experience. Maintain client records, scheduling appointments, and following up on client progress.
Administrative Support: 
*Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and preparing reports as needed.
Team Collaboration: 
*Participate in team meetings, contribute ideas, and work collaboratively with professionals from various disciplines.
Community Engagement:
*Represent TLF at community events, participate in outreach efforts, and support advocacy initiatives.
Special Projects: 
*Contribute to special projects or research assignments that align with organizational goals and your professional interests.

Training:

*General orientation of TLF and necessary paperwork
*Mandatory trainings necessary for staff/interns
*Opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in the field.
*Exposure to software and database.
*Team collaboration
*Build on communication and analytical skills

Learning Outcomes:

*Gain practical experience in a reputable human service organization.
*Develop professional skills and expand your knowledge of social service delivery.
*Learn to collect and analyze data related to client outcomes and program impact.
*Understand the importance of evidence-based practice and continuous improvement in human service delivery.
*Network with professionals in the field and explore potential career paths.
*Flexible schedule to accommodate academic commitments, if applicable.
*Potential for academic credit or letters of recommendation based on performance.
*Gain an understanding of the challenges facing transitional age youth.