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What they do
A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
$71,848 / year median in Massachusetts
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Vinfen offers a variety of opportunities throughout the year in our Psychiatric Rehabiliation Division. Internships within our Psychiatric Rehab Division offer experiential learning opportunities by working alongside teams that provide community based services to individuals with mental health conditions and behavioral health needs. Internship duties vary greatly by position but include opportunities to explore and get experience with human services, social work and understanding the practical day-to-day life of our mental health professionals. Typical internships last from 3 to 6 months and may take place within one or multiple Vinfen locations depending on outlined internship goals. About Us Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 200 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Earning college credit and working towards a collegiate degree Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Familiarity with virtual conferencing tools such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams Ability to attend and complete in-person meetings and responsibilities Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Cultural sensitivity and compassion Reliability, flexibility, and a desire to learn High level of professionalism and confidentiality Must be willing to sign and follow the terms of a non-disclosure agreement Able to successfully pass a CORI and a multistate background check