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Client Services Internship Opportunity
(Two Semesters)
Responsibilities:
- Assist in supporting Site Based Mentoring relationships
- Provide assistance to the Site Coordinator in the planning and implementation of Site Based activities for the volunteer mentors and youth
- Candidate should be able to work without continuous direction from a supervisor
- Candidate should be well organized and able to maintain accurate, concise documentation of activities
- Candidate will be supervised by the Director of Client Services or the Director of Site Based Mentoring
Requires:
- Two Semester Internship for the Fall and Spring Semester (summer Semester can also be considered)
- Currently enrolled in Bachelor level Human Service Program (social work, psychology, sociology, etc.) or Education Program
- Student at Sophomore level or higher
- Must be in good academic standing
- NYS Driver's License and Personal Transportation required
- Minimum of two days a week, required hours of 2pm- 5:30pm
- Bilingual Spanish preferred
Benefits:
- Candidate will gain valuable experience working with “at risk” population of children and the various resources available to support their needs
- Candidate will also have interaction with volunteers and gain experience in helping to overcome barriers related to volunteerism and cultural awareness
- Candidate will work at a Site in either a School or Community Center setting
- Agency willing to provide documentation to academic department, if applicable
Resume & Cover Letter:
Human Resources
Be-A-Friend Program, Inc.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie County
85 River Rock Drive, Suite 107
Buffalo, NY 14207
www.beafriend.org
jobs@beafriend.org
Development Internship Opportunity
One Semester minimum
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie County is looking for candidates to serve as an intern for a minimum of one semester with our mentoring organization. Interns will work closely with our Development Department.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the planning and implementation of agency special events
- Assist in the creation of donor acknowledgements and solicitation
- Assist in the recording of donor gifts and information
- Conduct special donation requests under the direction of the Development Coordinator
- Assist in the development of funding proposals
Requires:
- Strong writing skills
- Strong oral presentation skills
- Professional demeanor
- Currently enrolled in a degreed program
Benefits:
- Candidate will gain valuable experience working within a non-profit Development Department under supervision of the Development Coordinator
- Agency willing to provide documentation to academic department, if applicable
Resume & Cover Letter:
Human Resources
Be-A-Friend Program, Inc.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie County
85 River Rock Drive, Suite 107
Buffalo, NY 14207
www.beafriend.org
jobs@beafriend.org
Social Worker/Community Based Case Manager
While we do not currently have a vacancy for this position, we are continually reviewing applicants for this position and will keep resume submissions for future consideration.
Responsibilities:
Supervision, support and management of a caseload consisting of mentor-mentee matches. Includes responsibility for intake and assessment of youth clients, creation of volunteer-client matches, and regular supervision and follow-up. Candidates must have Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field, have well-developed interpersonal skills, ability to work with diverse populations and have personal transportation. Ideal candidates will be have experience working with youth and experience with youth/families in Human Service field.
Other Responsibilities Include:
- Conducting visits at the residences of both the client and volunteer
- Thorough documentation of all contact with clients and volunteers
- Implementation of outcome evaluation program
- Linking clients and families to support services'
- Participation in monthly agency activities
Requires:
- Bachelor's degree required in social work or a related field
- New York State Driver's License and personal transportation
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing, as well as verbally
- Willingness to undergo extensive screening process
- Monday through Friday schedule ranges 9-5, 11-7, 12-8; occasional weekends
Benefits:
- $23,500 Annual Salary
- Paid vacation, sick days and holidays
- Medical and dental insurance
- Mileage reimbursement, Long Term Disability and 403-B
- Professional Development opportunities
Resume & Cover Letter:
Human Resources
Be-A-Friend Program, Inc.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie County
85 River Rock Drive, Suite 107
Buffalo, NY 14207
www.beafriend.org
jobs@beafriend.org
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