Internship - Direct Support

Internship at The Price Center Are you a passionate and caring person looking for an opportunity to make a difference in others' lives? This is the internship for you! About The Price Center: Empowering, encouraging, and caring for individuals with special gifts, needs, and abilities for more than 40 years, the Price Center of Newton, MA is a life-changing service agency that offers a range of extraordinary programs. The Price Center’s programs serve many people across a range of abilities and reflect our commitment to maximize each individual’s self-confidence and self-advocacy along with their physical, emotional, and intellectual capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Assisting staff in providing direct support for individuals enrolled in day programs Helping individuals engage in community outings Planning and leading fun, structured activities like arts & crafts, music, etc.

Observing and participating in therapeutic activities and exercises Providing emotional support to individuals Promote independence, dignity, and inclusion in everything you do Work closely with team to ensure consistent, high-quality care and support Follow program guidelines, safety protocols, and participate in trainings and team meetings Documenting interactions and interventions accurately and confidentially Requirements: Strong communication and teamwork skills Available for shifts beginning at 7:30am Currently enrolled in a training program or college Ability to write clearly Basic computer skills Qualifications: No experience required - just a strong interest in Human Services Compassion, patience, and a willingness to learn Must pass CORI, SORI, DPPC and OIG background checks; must submit fingerprints for DDS Fingerprint Background check The deadline for application to internships are as follows: Spring Internships: The first Monday in January Summer Internships: The first Monday in May Fall Internships: The first Monday in August Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) background check and fingerprinting must be arranged and completed before the internship start date.

Internship Agreements and Learning Contracts between the school and the Price Center must be completed before the start of the internship. Mid-term and final evaluation requests must be arranged two weeks. The Price Center provides internship opportunities for dedicated students pursuing degrees in a range of majors. Opportunities are available for students looking to satisfy curriculum and also for students looking for experience in Human Services. The following are potential internship assignments: Community Based Day Program Our Community Based Day Program offers a range of activities which promote two areas: health and wellness and employment.

Both areas engage participants in community activities and also teach them to advocate for themselves. Those focused on getting a job spend part of their day with Employment Services staff working on training and preparing for interviews. Training…

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