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Internships Available: Client & Community Services (Unpaid)BHcare, Inc. | Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services & HOPE Family Justice CenterAre you passionate about social justice, advocacy, and supporting individuals impacted by domestic and family violence? BHcare, Inc. is seeking motivated, compassionate students for internship opportunities across our domestic violence programs. These internships provide hands‑on learning in a supportive, trauma‑informed environment while contributing to meaningful community impact.Interns gain exposure to direct services, advocacy, outreach, and program operations while working closely with experienced professionals.Who Should ApplyThis internship is ideal for students pursuing degrees in:Social WorkPsychologyHuman ServicesCriminal JusticeSociologyWomen's, Gender, or Family StudiesPublic Health or related fieldsWe are looking for students who are:Compassionate, reliable, and professionalComfortable working with sensitive and confidential informationOrganized and able to follow guidance and structureInterested in learning about trauma‑informed and survivor‑centered servicesBilingual Spanish skills are a plus for some roles.Internship Areas & Learning OpportunitiesClient & Community ServicesSupport client intakes and service coordinationAssist with safety planning and advocacy under staff supervisionHelp respond to inquiries and connect clients with resourcesParticipate in community outreach and awareness activitiesSupport facilitation of support groups for adults and/or childrenFamily Violence Victim AdvocacyAssist with follow‑up communication with clientsShadow court proceedings and learn about the legal system's response to domestic violenceAdminister client surveys and assist with program evaluationComplete data entry and documentation in secure systemsShelter‑Based ServicesObserve and support shelter intake processesAssist staff with operational tasks such as organizing supplies and donationsHelp maintain communal spaces and support day‑to‑day shelter operationsLearn best practices for providing services in a residential settingTraining & SupportAll interns complete a mandatory 20‑hour Domestic Violence Certification Training at the start of their placementOngoing supervision and mentorship from experienced advocates and program leadersOpportunities to attend trainings and professional development sessions when availableWhy Intern With BHcareReal‑world experience in victim advocacy and human servicesSkill‑building in documentation, communication, and ethical practiceInsight into nonprofit, shelter, court‑based, and community programsMeaningful work that supports safety, dignity, and empowermentQualificationsMinimum 18 years of ageEnrolled in and pursuing a degree in social work, human services, women's studies, psychology, sociology, criminal justice or a related fieldHighly motivated, organized, independent student who is comfortable using technology (MS Office Suite) and has reliable internet accessWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status or uniformed service member.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Internships Available: Client & Community Services (Unpaid)BHcare, Inc. | Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services & HOPE Family Justice CenterAre you passionate about social justice, advocacy, and supporting individuals impacted by domestic and family violence? BHcare, Inc. is seeking motivated, compassionate students for internship opportunities across our domestic violence programs. These internships provide hands‑on learning in a supportive, trauma‑informed environment while contributing to meaningful community impact.Interns gain exposure to direct services, advocacy, outreach, and program operations while working closely with experienced professionals.Who Should ApplyThis internship is ideal for students pursuing degrees in:Social WorkPsychologyHuman ServicesCriminal JusticeSociologyWomen's, Gender, or Family StudiesPublic Health or related fieldsWe are looking for students who are:Compassionate, reliable, and professionalComfortable working with sensitive and confidential informationOrganized and able to follow guidance and structureInterested in learning about trauma‑informed and survivor‑centered servicesBilingual Spanish skills are a plus for some roles.Internship Areas & Learning OpportunitiesClient & Community ServicesSupport client intakes and service coordinationAssist with safety planning and advocacy under staff supervisionHelp respond to inquiries and connect clients with resourcesParticipate in community outreach and awareness activitiesSupport facilitation of support groups for adults and/or childrenFamily Violence Victim AdvocacyAssist with follow‑up communication with clientsShadow court proceedings and learn about the legal system's response to domestic violenceAdminister client surveys and assist with program evaluationComplete data entry and documentation in secure systemsShelter‑Based ServicesObserve and support shelter intake processesAssist staff with operational tasks such as organizing supplies and donationsHelp maintain communal spaces and support day‑to‑day shelter operationsLearn best practices for providing services in a residential settingTraining & SupportAll interns complete a mandatory 20‑hour Domestic Violence Certification Training at the start of their placementOngoing supervision and mentorship from experienced advocates and program leadersOpportunities to attend trainings and professional development sessions when availableWhy Intern With BHcareReal‑world experience in victim advocacy and human servicesSkill‑building in documentation, communication, and ethical practiceInsight into nonprofit, shelter, court‑based, and community programsMeaningful work that supports safety, dignity, and empowermentQualificationsMinimum 18 years of ageEnrolled in and pursuing a degree in social work, human services, women's studies, psychology, sociology, criminal justice or a related fieldHighly motivated, organized, independent student who is comfortable using technology (MS Office Suite) and has reliable internet accessWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status or uniformed service member.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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