Summer Youth Intern - Seat Pleasant, United States - Community Services Foundation

Description

Internship Opportunity at Community Services Foundation
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community?
Do you want to gain valuable experience while contributing to meaningful projects?
Community Services Foundation is seeking enthusiastic interns to join our team and support our mission of promoting community empowerment while engaging in activities that stimulate self-industry and creative development. If you envision a world where property-based programs can enhance the lives of residents and prepare them for a happier and more productive future with an improved quality of life then this is the place for you
Position: SUMMER YOUTH INTERN
Internship Location:

• King Towers th St NW Wash DC
• Millwood Townhouses 1418 Karen Blvd. Capitol Heights, MD
• Pleasant Homes 6810 Greig St Seat Pleasant, MD
• Queenstown 3103 Queens Chapel Rd. Mount Rainier, MD
• Shady Grove 16125 Crabbs Branch Way Deerwood, MD
• Rock Creek Terrace 12630 Veirs Mill Rd Rockville, MD
• The Willows 429 West Diamond Ave Gaithersburg, MD

Duration: June 10th – August 2nd from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Hours: Flexible schedule may be available from 9:00 AM -2:00 PM or 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Internship Description: The Summer Intern will assist with all day-to-day operations for any Youth programs assigned. The Youth Program Intern will adhere to a 30-hour-per-week schedule and report directly to the Community Center Site Coordinator. Responsible for adhering to CSF-established guidelines and regulations. Summer interns are evaluated through the completion of performance goals and the effectiveness of results achieved.
Responsibilities:

• Maintain confidentiality and utilize tact and good judgment with participants to uphold community center rules and regulations.
• Answer the phone and greet all participants in a positive and professional manner.
• Establish a working relationship with your coworkers, participants, and parents.
• Dress appropriately for the job assigned per company policy.
• Greet participants in a positive manner.
• Aid as a tutor, mentor, and chaperone. Provides supervision and leadership for all activities inside and outdoors related to youth programs.
• Maintain daily records attendance, and sign-in sheets; prepare bulletin boards to reflect program activities, holidays, schoolwork, and upcoming events.
• Submit timesheets and attend meetings on time.
• Adheres to CSF policies and procedures.
• Assist the community center in maintaining its enrollment capacity with all youth programs.
• Assist in recruiting new participants through advertisements and special events.
• Keep an open line of communication with your supervisor acknowledging work-related issues.
• Assist the center director with strategies and activities to increase parental participation.
• Reports all suspected abuse situations to the supervisor and appropriate agency.
• Conduct safety evacuation drills monthly.
• Utilize good judgment with participants, residents, renters, offices, investors, and community partners.
• Assists with the preparation of bulletin boards to reflect programs, holidays, upcoming programs, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Passion for our mission and values
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Benefits:

• Gain valuable experience in supporting underserved communities
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact
• Flexible schedule

About Community Services Foundation:

Community Services Foundation (CSF) provides the training and oversight of programs and services offered in managed housing community centers throughout the metropolitan Washington DC area. CSF coordinates partnerships that provide programs and services that have been identified by the owner and residents. CSF youth programs offer afterschool and summer enrichment activities that include homework assistance; STEAM (science technology, engineering, arts and math) tutoring, digital literacy character education, health and wellness, journaling and public speaking, as well as services tailored to meet the needs of residents. CSF also offers adult programs that range from job readiness to social recreational activities.

Community Services Foundation's (CSF) mission is to enhance the lives of residents living in managed communities by providing structured services, activities and programs for residents and the community. In support of its mission, CSF has established the following goals:

• Provide resident driven educational and social programs that are specifically designed to address the needs of each property

• Conduct property-based activities that enrich the quality of life for all residents

• Assist residents in the development and pursuit of their special interests and social needs and

• Promote community empowerment while engaging in activities that stimulate self industry and creative development

Community Services Foundation (CSF) envisions a world where property-based programs enhance the lives of residents and prepare them for a happier and more productive future with an improved quality of life.