Master's Level Summer Internship

Children's Home Society of South Dakota • Rapid City, SD

6h • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Master's Level Intern to work as part of a team providing supervision and trauma informed care of children within the residential program. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Currently enrolled in a Master's program working towards a counseling or social work degree.

Nice To Haves

• Team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• Capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• Able to effectively communicate.
• Align with our mission, vision, and values.
• Organized and able to pay strong attention to detail.
• Able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• Able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Responsibilities

• Nurture children through interactive and engaging strategies.
• Maintain vigilant supervision of children.
• Facilitate structured activities, i.e., games, outdoor recreation, etc., if applicable.
• Assist children with hygiene, diet, getting ready for school, etc.
• Respond to emotional dysregulation in a trauma informed manner, supporting as needed.
• Participate as member of treatment team and maintain communication with the team.
• Assist in keeping unit clean and orderly.
• Document required hand off communication.
• Complete daily/weekly logs on assigned children.
• Complete behavioral/restraint/incident reports before leaving shift.
• Ensure safety standards and policies and procedures are followed.
• Monitor and supervise phone calls and visits as set by child’s therapist.
• Work on Quality Improvement goals.
• Attend required annual training and demonstrate competency in required areas.
• Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings.

Benefits

• Earn $20 an hour while gaining valuable experience in your field.
• We are committed to helping you achieve a balance between professional growth and academic success, ensuring your internship supports both areas effectively.
• Engage in hands-on learning and benefit from mentorship opportunities with industry professionals, helping you sharpen your skills and deepen your expertise.
• Gain exposure to multiple departments, providing valuable career insights and potential opportunities for future employment.
• Receive support for your academic growth, with resources designed to help you further your education while gaining practical, real-world experience.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern