Position Summary:
The In-Person Community Engagement Intern is ideal for students in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or related fields seeking direct experience in community-based programming. Interns will gain hands-on experience in event management, donation operations, and crisis-prevention training while supporting CLCL’s trauma-informed mission. This role is central to Community Threads and Free Family Fun Night events, ensuring community members are welcomed with dignity and support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with setup, execution, and breakdown of Free Family Fun Nights (active participation required).
- Sort, organize, and maintain clothing donations and inventory at Community Threads.
- Participate in warm line training, learning protocols for supportive listening, referral pathways, and crisis prevention operations.
- Serve as the on-site point of contact for the CCC Warm Line during scheduled shifts (after completing warm line training).
- Greet, engage, and assist community members to ensure a welcoming and supportive environment.
- Maintain accurate inventory logs, donation tracking, and volunteer sign-in protocol.
- Support interns and staff with logistics for community partnerships, special events, and outreach.
- Attend and participate in board meetings, staff meetings, and required trainings.
- Professionally represent CLCL in all community-facing interactions.
Preferred Skills:
- Strong interpersonal skills and comfort interacting with diverse populations.
- Ability to complete hands-on, active tasks in a fast-paced community setting.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Interest in community mental health, nonprofit operations, crisis-prevention, or social services.
- Willingness to learn warm line operations and follow communication protocols.
Internship Details:
- Commitment: 10–15 hours per week (flexible scheduling, occasional evenings/weekends for events).
- Duration: Semester-based or summer placement (with potential extension).
- Compensation: Unpaid; course credit or professional development opportunities available.
- Benefits: Mentorship from nonprofit leaders, networking opportunities, skill-building in community
engagement, crisis-prevention, and nonprofit operations.