Graceful Guardians Paid Intern/Practicum Student
Guardian Angel Settlement Association, Saint Louis, MO, United States
Graceful Guardians Paid Intern / Practicum Student
Location:
3300 S. Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO 63118
Schedule:
Flexible, typically 15–20 hours per week
Work Hours:
Weekdays between 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Required Availability:
Tuesdays (mandatory)
Reports To:
Field Instructor
Work Setting:
In-person
Practicum Eligible:
Yes (Social Work and related fields)
Position Overview The
Graceful Guardians Intern
supports program operations to enhance the development, coordination, and implementation of holistic services for older adults (age 60+) participating in the program.
This internship provides hands‑on experience in case management support, social programming, educational workshops, outreach, and community engagement. Interns gain meaningful exposure to program development and direct service within a mission‑driven nonprofit setting.
Key Responsibilities Program Implementation
Assist the Program Coordinator with the implementation of Graceful Guardians workshops and social activities
Maintain accurate and organized member documentation
Support creation of a monthly program newsletter highlighting program progress and member engagement
Document member participation within the case management system
Assist with program development efforts, including grant support, outcome tracking, evaluation activities, and funder reporting
Direct Assistance to Older Adults
Conduct phone outreach to current and prospective members
Provide program information and connect members to services
Research and gather community resources to support referrals
Community Partnerships & Outreach
Support collaboration with community partners to strengthen the Graceful Guardians support network
Assist in outreach efforts to expand program visibility
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a post‑secondary program in Social Work, Public Health, Gerontology, or a related field (preferred)
Demonstrates dependability and follows through on assigned tasks
Strong interest in working with the older adult (60+) population
Able to work in person during weekday hours, including Tuesdays
Required Skills
Strong communication and organizational skills
Attention to detail
Self‑motivated and proactive
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Compensation Opportunity This internship may be eligible for compensation through
STL Youth Jobs .
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be between the ages of 16–24
Internship may begin as early as June 1
Up to 150 hours may be compensated at $15/hour
Participants receive access to a job coach for transportation support and professional development
Opportunity to earn a matched savings incentive of $750 when saving $250
Preference given to applicants residing in designated priority communities
For more information on priority communities, visit: https://www.stlyouthjobs.org/priority-communities
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3300 S. Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO 63118
Schedule:
Flexible, typically 15–20 hours per week
Work Hours:
Weekdays between 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Required Availability:
Tuesdays (mandatory)
Reports To:
Field Instructor
Work Setting:
In-person
Practicum Eligible:
Yes (Social Work and related fields)
Position Overview The
Graceful Guardians Intern
supports program operations to enhance the development, coordination, and implementation of holistic services for older adults (age 60+) participating in the program.
This internship provides hands‑on experience in case management support, social programming, educational workshops, outreach, and community engagement. Interns gain meaningful exposure to program development and direct service within a mission‑driven nonprofit setting.
Key Responsibilities Program Implementation
Assist the Program Coordinator with the implementation of Graceful Guardians workshops and social activities
Maintain accurate and organized member documentation
Support creation of a monthly program newsletter highlighting program progress and member engagement
Document member participation within the case management system
Assist with program development efforts, including grant support, outcome tracking, evaluation activities, and funder reporting
Direct Assistance to Older Adults
Conduct phone outreach to current and prospective members
Provide program information and connect members to services
Research and gather community resources to support referrals
Community Partnerships & Outreach
Support collaboration with community partners to strengthen the Graceful Guardians support network
Assist in outreach efforts to expand program visibility
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a post‑secondary program in Social Work, Public Health, Gerontology, or a related field (preferred)
Demonstrates dependability and follows through on assigned tasks
Strong interest in working with the older adult (60+) population
Able to work in person during weekday hours, including Tuesdays
Required Skills
Strong communication and organizational skills
Attention to detail
Self‑motivated and proactive
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Compensation Opportunity This internship may be eligible for compensation through
STL Youth Jobs .
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be between the ages of 16–24
Internship may begin as early as June 1
Up to 150 hours may be compensated at $15/hour
Participants receive access to a job coach for transportation support and professional development
Opportunity to earn a matched savings incentive of $750 when saving $250
Preference given to applicants residing in designated priority communities
For more information on priority communities, visit: https://www.stlyouthjobs.org/priority-communities
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