Social Work Intern - Aging Disability Resource Center

About the role

The Social Work Intern in the Aging and Disability Resource Center will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality social work services to clients. Under the supervision of licensed social workers and experienced professionals, the BSW intern will gain hands-on experience in engaging clients, caregivers, community organizations and service providers in meeting the long-term service and supports needs of the older adults or persons with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Meet specific learning objectives developed by the college program.
• Conduct telephone or in-person interviews with individuals inquiring about long-term services and supports.
• Connect individuals with appropriate community resources and/or Medicaid Waiver Programs.
• Provide individuals or caregivers with Support Navigation and/or Information and Referrals as appropriate based on their identified needs.
• Complete all required documentation in designated system or platform within required timeframes.
• Communicate and collaborate with Single Entry Point (SEP) partners, community partners and stakeholders.
• Advocate for and assist individuals who require extra support to access the necessary services.
• Made immediate referrals to emergency responders when the caller is in a crisis or in an emergency; conduct follow-up to ensure needed assistance is received.
• Report abuse, neglect, or exploitation of older adults as a mandated reporter as required by Ohio law when appropriate.
• Potential travel to community and consumer locations within our five-county service area (Geauga, Lake, Cuyahoga, Lorain and Medina) for Resource Center outreach, Community Living Assessments, and community presentations.
• Report abuse, neglect, or exploitation of older adults as a mandated reporter as required by Ohio law when appropriate.
• Abide by the professional code of ethics established by licensure, if applicable.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Social Work.
• Ability to travel in a multi-county service area.
• Must have a car available during working hours and the ability to legally drive a car.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with the disabled and elderly populations and public both in person and by phone.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team to support the agency’s mission, vision, strategic plan, goals and management decisions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with electronic record systems.
• A commitment to supporting diverse and underserved populations.
• A passion for social justice, advocacy, and community engagement.