Foster Care Internship: Cleveland, OH

National Youth Advocate Program • Cleveland, OH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) is accepting internship applications for the Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 terms for our Foster Care team. This is a community-based role where interns will gain hands-on experience working with the foster care population. Interns will also have the opportunity to rotate into other departments within the agency to gain a more complete understanding of NYAP's work. This opportunity is for students enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master of Social Work Program from an accredited College or University.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in either a Bachelor of Social Work or Master of Social Work Program from an accredited College or University
• An internship or field placement is a requirement by the institution
• LSW or SWT licensure, or CT (for LPC students) required for master’s interns
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability

Nice To Haves

• Upon the completion of the internship, the individual would receive credit toward their pursued degree

Responsibilities

• Working with foster care youth and foster parents
• Working in case management
• Learning diagnostics assessments and treatment plans
• Assessing and engaging with youth
• Observing interventions for youth
• Interacting with caregivers, parents, foster parents, school staff, office staff and other mental health professionals
• Learning documentation and paperwork
• Traveling daily to provide community-based services to and on behalf of youth and families

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern