Description
Empower survivors. Build your skills. Make an impact.
Why Intern With WINGS?
• Direct work with adults, children, and families experiencing domestic violence or homelessness
• Trauma-informed practice and safety-planning skills
• Weekly supervision (1–2 hours individual; 1.5 hours group in some settings)
What You’ll Do
• Assessments and intakes
• Case management support
• Individual and group counseling
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary team members
• Participation in department and team meetings
How To Apply
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• Resume
• Cover letter
Requirements
Internship Requirements
(Completed/submitted after internship offer)
• 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training (provided by WINGS; counts toward hours for 340+ hour students)
• School liability insurance
• Criminal background check
• DCFS background check
• Two letters of recommendation
• Unofficial transcripts
• 12–25 hours/week including 1–2 evenings, possible weekend availability
• Undergraduate or graduate students in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field
Locations
Chicago and the Northwest Suburbs
(placement determined by skill level and program needs)
Please Note
WINGS asks that internships be connected to a student’s school, either as a required component of their program or for internship credit.
If you are interested in volunteering with WINGS please reach out to our Manager of Volunteer Services, Bruna Srb, bsrb@wingsprogram.com.
Address Inquiries And Submit Resumes To
Megan W.
Director of Clinical Services
internships@wingsprogram.com
847-519-7820 x217
Salary Description
Unpaid Internship
Mileage reimbursement available for travel between WINGS locations
