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- Bureau à Plattsburgh
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Your role at BHSN:
Behavioral Health Services North (BHSN) is seeking a motivated and compassionate individual to join our Healthy Families New York (HFNY) program as an Unpaid Intern. This internship provides hands-on experience in supporting families, promoting child health and development, and learning evidence-based home visiting practices under the guidance of experienced HFNY staff.
Work schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm with some flexibility needed on weekends or evenings (Not on a regular basis)
What you will do:
- Observe and assist in home visits and family support activities.
- Support documentation and data entry in compliance with HFNY program standards.
- Participate in team meetings, trainings, and program development initiatives.
- Assist with outreach, engagement, and resource coordination for families.
- Gain exposure to public health, child development, and family support practices.
- Participate in every event for families, supporting the team in the planning and delivery of activities
- Have weekly supervision sessions
What we are looking for:
- Current enrollment in a relevant degree program (e.g., Social Work, Human Services, Public Health, Psychology, or related field).
- Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work with families in diverse communities.
- Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Willingness to learn and follow program protocols.
- Self-Starter, motivated and able to complete tasks in a timely manner
What’s in it for you:
- Hands-on experience in a nationally recognized family support program.
- Mentorship from experienced HFNY staff.
- Networking and professional development opportunities in behavioral health and family services.
- Experience to strengthen future career or graduate school applications.
Additional Information:
- This is an unpaid internship; academic credit may be arranged depending on your institution.
- Flexible schedule with a commitment of at least 32 hours per week.
- Location: 22 US Oval Suite 45. Plattsburgh, NY. Home visitors travel to various locations in the community
Behavioral Health Services North (BHSN) is committed to providing equitable opportunities and a welcoming environment for all interns.