Intern (Unpaid) at LAHC Leaders Advancing and Helping Communities

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cultural Competency, Public Speaking, Facilitation, Classroom Training, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Research, Data Analysis, Program Implementation, Community Outreach, Administrative Support

Industry

Executive Offices

Description

Job Summary: Under direct supervision, uses basic knowledge and skills obtained through education to obtain on-the-job training experience in the areas of Health Promotion and Obesity Prevention, Substance Misuse Prevention, Education & Workforce Development, or Behavioral Health. Interns will have the opportunity to actively participate in program deliverables including direct education and/or community-based projects that address policy, system or environmental changes, and/or public health. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Assisting with facilitation of program deliverables. * Providing service to the following age populations: children, adolescents, adults, and senior citizens in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. * Maintaining professional relationships with community partners to ensure the successful delivery of programming. * Conduct research and compile data for reports and presentations. * Assist in the development and implementation of programs and initiatives. * Support outreach efforts to raise awareness about public health issues in the community. * Participate in community events and health fairs to promote education and services. * Collaborate with team members to develop educational materials and resources for various audiences. * Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, organizing files, and managing databases. * Assist with program evaluation and data analysis to assess the effectiveness of interventions. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: * Cultural competency Skill in: * Public speaking * Facilitation and/or classroom training experience (preferred) * Data entry (preferred) * Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications, including Microsoft Office and Teams Ability to: • Travel to multiple sites to provide services • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships Educational/Previous Experience Requirements: * Minimum Degree Required: None. * Required Disciplines: 1. Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Social Work, Public Health, Health Education, Community Health or a related field ~or~ * Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources. Licenses/Certifications: * Licenses/Certifications Required at Date of Hire: 1. None Working Conditions: Hours: Normal business hours. Ability to adjust hours of work based on the community needs, including some evening and weekends. Travel Required: Local travel only Working Environment: Climate controlled office environment during normal business hours. Job Family: Intern Physical Requirements: Sitting Up to 7 hour(s) per day Lifting Up to .5 hour(s) per day Walking Up to 2 hour(s) per day Up to 50 max. pounds** Standing Up to 4 hour(s) per day Pushing Up to .5 hour(s) per day Bending Up to 1 hour(s) per day Up to 50 max. pounds** Squatting Up to 1 hour(s) per day Pulling Up to .5 hour(s) per day Stooping Up to 1 hour(s) per day Up to 50 max. pounds** Reaching Up to 2 hour(s) per day Climbing Up to .5 hour(s) per day Balancing Will not generally apply Stairs Up to .5 hour(s) per day Twisting Up to 1 hour(s) per day Ladder Will not generally apply Crawling Will not generally apply Step-stool Will not generally apply Kneeling Up to 1 hour(s) per day Excessive heat Will not generally apply Typing Up to 4 hour(s) per day Excessive cold Will not generally apply Data Entry Up to 4 hour(s) per day Dust Will not generally apply Humidity Will not generally apply Loud Noise Will not generally apply Hands in Water Will not generally apply Unusual hearing or vision demands: None specified Other physical demands or notes: ** Employees should not attempt to lift, pull or push a load in excess of 50 lbs. without assistance. Care should always be taken when lifting, pushing or pulling in an awkward position. Last updated: April 10, 2024

Responsibilities

The intern will assist in the facilitation and implementation of public health programs focusing on obesity prevention, substance misuse, and behavioral health. Key duties include conducting research, supporting community outreach, and collaborating on educational materials for diverse populations.