- Salary
- $35k+
- Type
- Internship
- Department
- Healthcare
- Seniority
- Internship
- Education
- High School
- Source
- ApplicantPro
Description
High School Student Paid Internship Opportunities
The Arc Wayne of Newark, NY, a Human Services Agency, is hiring immediately entry-level per diem/relief High School Students for Experiential Learning Internships. You will be able to choose what Program(s) you would like to intern in, which include our Residential Services, Day Services, and/or Community Services Programs. Evening and weekend hours are available in our Residential and Community Services Programs.
ABOUT US: The Arc Wayne, a parent-based organization, advocates for and supports persons of all ages with or without disabilities. We assist individuals in taking them full, independent, productive place in society through an array of quality, individualized services. With compassion, understanding, and support, we connect individuals and families to a world of possibilities that promote independence. We are person-centered, respectful, reliable, inclusive, and dedicated to our community!
High School Student Intern Experiential Learning can include:
- Specific tasks the Intern may perform while accompanied by a fully qualified staff:
- Accompany and assist on outings and recreational opportunities
- Support people on medical and other appointments/school/college etc.
- Support people in all activities
- May assist with physical programs that do not require in-servicing
- Assist in all aspects of the routines, wake up, dressing, brushing teeth, chores they need to learn, complete goals
- Assist with transport
- Specific tasks the Intern can perform independently:
- organizing
- cleaning
- cooking
- gardening/landscaping/mowing
- Activities such as painting, hobbies, games, reading, crafts etc.
- Wellness activities
- Meal prep and clean up
- Laundry
High School Student Intern Qualifications:
- Must currently be enrolled in High School and be 17 years of age.
- Prefer interns that are interested in transitioning to a scheduled position upon turning age 18.
- Ability to physically assist individuals who use wheelchairs and/or walkers.
Work Location(s): Newark, Lyons, Palmyra, and Sodus