University Required Internship (Spring Semester)
About the role
The Arc of Centre County, PA. Inc. is an advocacy and service provider organization dedicated to improving lives of persons with intellectual disabilities. Our mission is to embody and protect the human rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and practice person‑centered planning which actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes. The Arc believes in promoting interest and growth in the field of human services, and more specifically with working and supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Internships are designed to support this interest and growth and to provide undergraduate students with practical and professional experiences aimed at helping them to grow into successful leaders. Specific program assignments will be thoroughly discussed prior to the internship, but may be subject to change.
Responsibilities
- 19 hours per week of direct service work (refer to DSP job description)
- 21 hours per week dedicated to learning and completing administrative functions
Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Enrolled in an approved undergraduate collegiate program with a major related to human services
- Valid driver’s license
- Flexible availability to include early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and possibly overnights
Pay
$17 per hour for the paid portion of the internship (19 hours of direct service work per week)
Schedule
40‑hour work week split: 19 hours of direct service work and 21 hours of learning/administrative functions.