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Medical Advocate Internship - South Suburban

YWCA Metropolitan Chicago

Posted 2 months ago

Internship

Chicago Heights, Illinois

Remote OK

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will provide 24-hour medical advocacy to hospital emergency rooms and police districts for survivors of sexual assault. Responsibilities include offering comfort and support during medical examinations, evidence collection, and police interviews.

Qualifications

This internship offers valuable experience in crisis recovery and support, with flexible work-from-home opportunities. Key responsibilities include providing 24-hour on-call medical advocacy in emergency rooms and police districts, offering comfort and support to survivors of sexual assault. The role requires a non-judgmental attitude, excellent listening skills, and a commitment to comprehensive training.

Job Description

Description

POSITION TITLE: Medical Advocate Internship  

STATUS: Part-time 

GRADE: Non-compensation 

DEPT/PROGRAM NAME: Safety and Wellness - Sexual Violence Support Services Program 

reports to: Program Manager, Advocacy & Crisis Intervention - SVSS 

SUPERVISES: N/A 

SUMMARY: Want to gain valuable work experience while helping others with crisis recovery and support? Do you enjoy being able to work from home from time to time? Are you a great listener? Apply TODAY!

ESSENTIAL responsibilities: As a medical advocate intern, you will be on-call to provide 24-hour medical advocacy to hospital emergency rooms and police districts. With the survivor’s permission, advocates are expected to stay and provide comfort throughout hospital examinations, evidence collection, and police interviews. Interns must demonstrate a non-judgmental, supportive attitude toward all survivors of sexual assault. Interns should be able to provide a one-year service commitment and complete the 40+ hour Crisis Intervention Training. Intern Advocates will benefit from comprehensive training, experience in crisis counseling, references for future job opportunities and opportunities to interact with veteran advocates and other sister organizations.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED: 

  • Locations: Chicago, Chicago Heights, and Addison
  • Must be 18 yrs. or older
  • One-year commitment required
  • Personal vehicle and valid driver’s license required
  • Requires mobile phone
  • Flexible work schedule

WORK SCHEDULE: Varies      

YWCA Metropolitan Chicago

About YWCA Metropolitan Chicago: Since its founding 149 years ago, YWCA Metropolitan Chicago has been committed to serving the needs of women and girls. The YWCA’s mission to eliminate racism and empower women is actualized through a large breadth of programs and services. Regardless of race or economic status, the YWCA provides women with the support and tools they need to transform their lives, to be confident in their choices and to make valuable contributions to their communities. The YWCA’s Core programmatic areas include: Economic Empowerment Services, Sexual Violence Support Services, and Early Childhood Services. The YWCA serves over 200,000 women, children and families annually through these programs. And while the YWCA’s services are broad and varied, they are linked by a common thread—a dedication to promoting racial justice and personal empowerment. For more information about how you can support the YWCA, visit our website at http://www.ywcachicago.org or contact us at 312-762-2762. You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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