Youth Trafficking Prevention Intern

Child and Family Services of Erie County, Inc.•Buffalo, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Child and Family Services Youth Trafficking Prevention Program is excited to offer multiple internships to enthusiastic and empathetic individuals that want to make a direct and positive impact on the lives of youth at risk of or experiencing trafficking. This internship will help you gain valuable understanding about the impact of human trafficking and the service systems available to increase client safety. You will work with the team to facilitate a consistent continuum of care for the youth being served in the program based on individual needs assessment and with a victim-centered and survivor-led approach. This internship will prepare you with real social work experience and include direct client work and allow you to shadow other positions in the program.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a BSW or MSW program or related fields.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in all work.
Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
Cultural competence and sensitivity to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all professional.

Nice To Haves

Students who are able to commit to two semesters preferred

Responsibilities

Crisis intervention, safety planning, and resource connection using brief solution-focused approaches
Screening clients for Youth Trafficking Prevention services
Assisting with outreach to new referrals to offer services
Conducting new client intake meetings
Planning and facilitating monthly Youth Workshops
Becoming a part of the Youth Trafficking Prevention team
Attending supervision and Youth Trafficking Prevention team meetings
Students may also have time for self-driven research projects.