Archives for October 2021

October 25, 2021, Filed Under: Internship

Internships Available with The Johnson Center – Spring 2022

Research Intern

The Johnson Center for Child Health & Development is a non-profit organization that provides supports and services to children with autism, developmental delays and other special needs. We serve children and families from all over the country and have a diverse and active research program. We are looking for a dedicated intern to help with data collection and entry, study promotion, and more.

We are looking for a student who is willing to take initiative, meet deadlines, has good attention to detail, and can work with multiple clinicians and professionals to execute their plans. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your leadership skills, work closely with professionals, families, and children in both a clinical and nonclinical setting, and be an integral part of our team.

Schedule is flexible; office hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am – 5:30 pm, with very limited evening and weekend hours and some remote work possible.

Interested students can email info@johnson-center.org with a resume and references or call 512.732.8400.

Clinical Intern

The Johnson Center for Child Health & Development is a non-profit organization that provides supports and services to children with autism, developmental delays and other special needs. We serve children and families from all over the country and have multi-disciplinary clinic that provides diagnostic and assessment services, counseling, feeding therapy, behavioral therapy, and nutrition and medical intervention and support.

We are looking for a student who has an interest in childhood development and the clinical treatment and supports provided to children with developmental disorders and their families. The right student is eager to learn and be a part of the overall process of providing meaningful support and therapeutic intervention. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about multi-disciplinary care.

Schedule is flexible; office hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am – 5:30 pm, with very limited evening and weekend hours.

Interested students can email info@johnson-center.org with a resume and references or call 512.732.8400.

Administrative and Community Outreach Intern

The Johnson Center for Child Health & Development is a non-profit organization that provides supports and services to children with autism, developmental delays and other special needs. We serve children and families from all over the country. We host a number of of community events and educational opportunities for families and professionals, including holiday events, educational webinars, and onsite workshops. We are looking for a dedicated intern to help plan, promote, and support these critical events and classes, including webinars and social media outreach.

Schedule is flexible; office hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am – 5:30 pm, with very limited evening and weekend hours (for events).

Interested students can email info@johnson-center.org with a resume and references or call 512.732.8400.

October 22, 2021, Filed Under: Internship

Health Communications Social Media Internship with Resilient Georgia – Spring 2022

About Resilient Georgia:

Our mission at Resilient Georgia is to lead a state-wide coalition to develop a closely aligned trauma-informed public and private network working toward a united vision to create a birth through 26 year-old integrated behavioral health system. This includes the use of essential tools such as education/teaching/training, workforce development, policy strengthening, practice research, and evaluation. Resilient Georgia is among the only organizations focused on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) prevention and increasing trauma-informed awareness and care delivery through statewide coalitions.

Organization Contacts:

Emily Anne Vall, Executive Director, evall@resilientga.org

Neha Mehta Khanna, Director, Strategy & Operations, nkhanna@resilientga.org (BDP Children & Society 2005 Alum & Former BDP Alumni Mentor)

Health Communications Social Media Internship Details:

Our Health Communications Social Media Intern will help to build and shape a visitor’s experience with our social media channels to help further Resilient Georgia’s ability to share our work, highlight innovation and partnerships, and promote best practice resources and training. The intern will work closely with the Executive Director & Director, Strategy & Operations to receive weekly strategic input & guidance, and to ensure that all design and content aligns with Resilient Georgia’s communication objectives, vision & mission.

Social Media Responsibilities:

Ideate, create and post content to different social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube)
Plan and adhere to content calendars to schedule posts on different social media platforms
Track user traffic and assess user response to different content posted
Plan social media campaigns to reach a wider audience and increase awareness
Align social media content across all communications channels including newsletter, website, and blog posts
Increase online interaction and engagement with state and national partners and stakeholders

To Apply:

Please email a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Resilient Georgia’s Executive Director and Director, Strategy & Operations (contact information above).

Additional Information:

Number of hours per week: 10-20

Location: Remote

Compensation: $15/hour

October 22, 2021, Filed Under: Internship

Internships Available with Down Home Ranch – Summer 2022

Down Home Ranch | Bastrop County Cares

ABOUT US

Down Home Ranch is a working farm and ranch, founded in 1989 by parents of a young daughter born with Down syndrome four years prior. The Ranch is inspired by the writings and work of Henri Nouwen and Rudolf Steiner, and driven by the lack of resources available to adults with intellectual disabilities.

MISSION

Empowering the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through social, educational, residential and vocational opportunities.

DOWN HOME RANCH ACCOMPLISHES ITS MISSION BY:

Providing residency for people with IDD in 6-bed, 4-bed, 3-bed, 2-bed and 1-bed homes
Providing vocational skills training and paid employment, with diverse job opportunities and options both on and off the Ranch
Providing a community for people with and without IDD to enjoy companionship, friendships, fun, travel, recreation and an active lifestyle
Integrating itself into the surrounding local communities and the larger Austin metropolitan community, while becoming increasingly active on the national stage
Seeking to be on the cutting edge in creating an entrepreneurial organization that attracts people interested in disability, horticulture, agriculture, environment, good stewardship and more

OPPORTUNITIES – REC RANGER (PROGRAM INTERN)

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age with one year of college preferred
Complete a background check, drug test and TB test
Abstain from tobacco, alcohol or drug use during your camp contract
Be majoring in an area of program interest or have a hobby/experience in the program area of interest
Be comfortable leading an activity to a group of people
Be organized and able to create activity plans
Be able to commit at minimum to one full camp session plus orientation

The Rec Rangers serve as activity directors over a specific activity area of camp. The four positions available are arts and crafts, nature and barnyard, sports and games, and creative arts. Each position is in charge of planning specific activities for their activity area and completing activity plans ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Rec. Rangers will also assist with evening camp events such as the talent show, cookout, banquet/dance and theme night. This is a great opportunity to get hands on program experience in a fun and creative environment. Stipends for internship positions may be available. Room and board is included for internship positions.

FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO APPLY

Please visit our website at https://www.downhomeranch.org/ranch-camp-opportunities/#camp-intern.