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Location

Flint, Michigan

Quick overview

The GO Intern provides supportive services, vocational training, and mentoring to at-risk young adults aged 18-24. Key duties include facilitating intake interviews, managing a small caseload, and coordinating programming to help participants achieve academic and vocational goals.

Requirements summary

Applicants must be currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or a related field. Requirements include experience in group facilitation, a clear driving record, and the ability to pass security background checks.

bachelor degreeCase ManagementInterpersonal CommunicationCollaborationGroup FacilitationTransition PlanningVocational TrainingDocument WritingIndividual Development PlansData KeepingCognitive Behavioral ModelIntake and Eligibility InterviewsRestorative Justice Projects

Job description

  • *Staff positions are supportive roles providing support to our rehabilitation mission. Applicants for staff positions do not need to have a barrier to employment to be eligible for these roles.
  • *To ensure full consideration for a staff position, please attach a resume to your application so we can gain a complete view of your experiences
  • Peckham Inc. - GO Intern SUMMARY The GO Program Specialist (Intern) will provide supportive services to GO Program participants aged 18-24 who need vocational training, mentoring, and barrier removal. This position will demonstrate excellent data keeping and document writing, have exceptional interpersonal communication; and have experience with group facilitation, collaboration with partnering agencies, development of individual development plans, and experience with transition planning. This staff will reflect Peckham’s values and vision in everyday work. This position will attend numerous team meetings (within Peckham and in the community) and be responsible for a small caseload. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Facilitate Intake and Eligibility interviews. Collaborate with partnering agencies and represent Peckham and the GO program. Monitor the status and progress of caseload’s individualized career development plan. Update data tracking systems. Help facilitate Restorative Justice Projects. Develop and facilitate ongoing groups related to the cognitive behavioral model. Coordinate programming for at-risk young adults to achieve their vocational and academic goals. Supervise program activities and outings with participants ensuring a safe environment. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain safe and clean work environment. Assist with obtaining vital documents. Promote Peckham’s vision values, and services to all customers and stakeholders. Establish relationships with community resources related to vocational training opportunities, secondary education, and specialized training. Create positive relationship with referral sources. Collaborate with community organizations to garner employer partner relationships. Other related duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position does not have any supervisory responsibility. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in a related field (Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, etc.) Experience leading and facilitating groups This position requires passing and maintaining security background checks. Must maintain an unrestricted Michigan driver’s license and possess a clear driving record (in accordance with company insurance policy) to drive the company vehicle. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working with or providing support services to young adults Experience case noting and management PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or listen. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please: Click HERE and you will be directed to the ILRU Directory to find an agency in your area that can assist you Click HERE and you will be directed to the American Jobs Center (AJC) finder to locate a center near you Email us at careers@peckham.org Call us at (517) 316-4000 Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm) Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Business Line: Human Services Location: Flint, MI Worker Sub-Type: Intern Click here to return to the main search page ABOUT PECKHAM Peckham is a national award-winning social enterprise, recognized for its achievement in providing exceptional vocational rehabilitation for people with disabilities and barriers to employment. We accomplish our mission by working with community partners and through our own diverse business lines consisting of apparel manufacturing, warehousing, call centers, environmental services, and farming. Peckham prides itself on having a great culture which fosters a respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. Employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, share ideas, and engage in lifelong learning. Our culture further supports our mission by encouraging flexibility, health, and wellness. Staff enjoy benefits such as generous PTO policies, modern facilities, pet friendly work sites, free fruit, fitness classes, massages available for purchase, and opportunities for flexible work arrangements. MISSION Peckham, a nonprofit community vocational rehabilitation organization, is a unique business and human services agency which values quality, diversity, and performance. Our mission is to provide a wide range of opportunities to maximize human potential for persons striving for greater independence and self-sufficiency. We embrace collaboration, effective resource management, and innovative approaches to achieve world-class excellence. VISION To prove that people with disabilities and other barriers are more than capable of delivering world-class, high-quality products and solutions. Peckham is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. EEO is Law Peckham participates in the E-Verify program. For more information please click follow this link For information on Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER), follow this link Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION NOTICE Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. [1] Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. For more information on the equal employment obligations of Federal contractors, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp. Visit www.peckham.org to learn more.

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Arrangements
  • Fitness Classes
  • Generous PTO Policies
  • Modern Facilities
  • Free Fruit
  • Pet Friendly Work Sites
  • Massages Available For Purchase