Intern- Vocational Services

Description

MaineHealth Corporate

Professional - Nonclinical
Req #: 58794

*Hiring 4 Interns for this position!*

Part Time: 20-32 hours/week

In-person (on site)

All summer internship applications require both a cover letter and resume to be considered. Please do not apply to more than 3 summer internship positions.

Summary:
Vocational Services is a team of 50 that work with individuals with various disabilities to obtain and maintain employment. We have a team that work with individuals to assist with explaining what will happen to their benefits when they return to work, as well. Learn more about our team here.

Our interns will work exclusively with our Summer Employment Program as Job Coaches. This is a program that works with participants ages 14-24 to work at a job site and have a work experience. Participants work Monday through Thursday 8:30a-1:30p in various departments within the MaineHealth system. There is also a Final Celebration that will be held to celebrate the accomplishments of the participants. Job coaches are responsible for supplementing any training that the participant will receive on the job site and also navigating the policies and procedures of having a job. Job coaches will be responsible to complete documentation and notes throughout the summer. Good communication skills will be important as interns will be connecting with job site employers, clients and client's team members.

Preference will be given to undergraduate juniors and seniors or graduate students pursuing Behavioral Health, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or Vocational Rehabilitation, Education, Occupational Therapy, Nursing or other related majors.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Student who is currently enrolled in a two-year Associate's Degree program, Bachelor's Degree program, or graduate-level program preferred.
2. License/Certifications: N/A
3. Experience: N/A
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

If you have questions about this role, please contact isabella.diamond@mainehealth.org

Additional Information:

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

The MaineHealth Summer Internship Program provides a 10-week, paid internship for students enrolled in a post-secondary program who are looking to gain hands-on experience at MaineHealth, the state of Maine's largest employer. Visit our website to learn more about the program.

Our interns are a part of our care team and are given access to a retirement plan, if desired, along with numerous other benefits such as professional development opportunities, paid volunteer time, trainings and workshops, networking events, and mentorships through their host department. We also partner with Maine Career Catalyst who hosts free events for interns around the entire state of Maine to help build connections, support career growth, and experience all there is to do in Vacationland outside of the office.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. We're proud to hire many former interns into full-time roles after graduation and offer the opportunity for growth throughout your career!

Check out our MaineHealth Internship Video.