Internship - Community Navigator

Firefly Children and Family Alliance is a nonprofit that has supported Indiana families and adults for generations. Our organization is built on the belief that giving kids and adults the chance to succeed creates stronger communities. We help Hoosiers overcome hardship and unhealthy behaviors.

Marion, IN

Firefly Children & Family Alliance

Firefly Children and Family Alliance is a nonprofit that has supported Indiana families and adults for generations. Our organization is built on the belief that giving kids and adults the chance to succeed creates stronger communities. We help Hoosiers overcome hardship and unhealthy behaviors.  https://fireflyin.org/

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Intern

Annually

Overview: <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>START A CAREER THAT MEANS MORE</strong></p> <p><strong>Few internships offer the satisfaction and gratification that come from doing work that improves the lives of vulnerable children and families. That's where Firefly Children and Family Alliance stands out from the crowd. As one of our interns, you'll be able to directly make an impact on the lives of thousands of Indiana children, families, and adults.</strong></p> <p>Firefly Children &amp; Family Alliance is looking for a&nbsp;<strong>Community Navigator Intern</strong>&nbsp;for a BSW student who will serve&nbsp;<strong>Grant County</strong>. As a Community Navigator Intern, you will focus on bringing inclusive events, activities, and information to our Family Resource Centers. You are the first person a family will see when they arrive at our Family Resource Center.</p>
Responsibilities: <strong>Case Management (70%)</strong> <ul> <li>Communicate with families that arrive at the FRC for service and assistance.</li> <li>Collaborate with community members to assist families.</li> <li>Oversee, connecting families to resources and providing informal support.</li> <li>Know community resources and connecting families to these resources.</li> </ul> <br /><strong>Community Engagement and Outreach (30%)</strong> <ul> <li>Identify and maintain knowledge of resources in the community that provide family support and recreational activities.</li> <li>Represent the agency when promoting CPCS/SIF at events, meetings and other outreach activities.</li> <li>Coordinate events for the community with an emphasis on preventing child abuse and neglect. This could include events held on evenings and weekends.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Must be 21 years of age.</li> <li>Seeking a current BSW or Health Education and Promotion student.</li> <li>Valid driver's license with valid insurance and no more than 6 points on driving record.</li> <li>Two years' experience working directly with families in a human service field.</li> <li>Experience in child development.</li> <li>Understanding of and ability to work with the community.</li> <li>Motivated to ensure work quality meets established guidelines.</li> <li>Collaborative and interacts well with a broad spectrum of individuals.</li> <li>Demonstrate appreciation for and ability to respond to cultural differences.</li> </ul> <br />At Firefly Children and Family Alliance, we are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Therefore, we encourage persons who represent the diverse identities and lived experiences of the clients and communities we serve to apply.