Social Work Intern

DAUPHIN COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM•Harrisburg, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Social Work Intern will assist the Library in developing resources to assist our unhoused patrons to identify unmet needs and help individuals to access services. Developing relationships with service providers to foster better and quicker connections to the unhoused individuals who use the library. This may include arranging for health care providers and other service providers to come to the library on a regular or one-time basis. Working with individuals to apply for SNAP, Medicaid, Veterans Benefits, and other public benefits. Creating flyers that provide up-to-date information about resources for emergency housing, permanent housing, health care and food. Helping individuals to identify and apply for potential housing and employment. Assisting victims of domestic violence to access services. Connecting patrons to legal services. Participating in planning activities of the Capital Area Coalition on Homelessness. Lives by the Core Values. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Development (GED).
Excellent communication skills.
Working knowledge of social work practice and theories.
Able to collaborate with others in a team environment.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Compassionate and non-judgmental attitude.
Computer literacy and experience with MS Office Suite.
Some knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and policies.
Requires independent transportation for travel to libraries and outreach locations.
Ability to lift 35 lbs. unassisted.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or coursework in social work is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Library in developing resources to assist unhoused patrons to identify unmet needs and help individuals to access services.
Develop relationships with service providers to foster better and quicker connections to the unhoused individuals who use the library.
Arrange for health care providers and other service providers to come to the library on a regular or one-time basis.
Work with individuals to apply for SNAP, Medicaid, Veterans Benefits, and other public benefits.
Create flyers that provide up-to-date information about resources for emergency housing, permanent housing, health care and food.
Help individuals to identify and apply for potential housing and employment.
Assist victims of domestic violence to access services.
Connect patrons to legal services.
Participate in planning activities of the Capital Area Coalition on Homelessness.
Live by the Core Values.
Perform other related duties as assigned.