Intern

Job Description

Vinfen offers various opportunities throughout the year in our Developmental Services Division. Internships within our Developmental Services Division offer experiential learning opportunities by working alongside teams that provide community-based services to individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities, brain injury or autism.

Internship duties vary greatly by position but include opportunities to explore and get experience with human services, routine nursing, social work and understanding the practical day-to-day life of our human services professionals.

In this internship opportunity you will be able to :

Typical internships last from 3 to 6 months and may take place within one or multiple Vinfen locations depending on outlined internship goals.

About Us

Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges.

Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve.

Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 200 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut.

For more information about Vinfen, please visit

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Requirements

Desired qualifications :

Internship requirements include the following :

• Earning college credit and working towards a collegiate degree
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Familiarity with virtual conferencing tools such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams
• Ability to attend and complete in-person meetings and responsibilities
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Cultural sensitivity and compassion
• Reliability, flexibility, and a desire to learn
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Must be willing to sign and follow the terms of a non-disclosure agreement
• Able to successfully pass a CORI, National Fingerprinting criminal check, a DPPC abuser registry check and a multistate background check

Driving Requirements

No Drivers License check or vehicle required