Human Services Intern (16-17 years old) - Paid

What does a Human Services Intern do?

The Arc Lexington has created a Human Services Internship program (HS Intern) to help introduce high school students to our field of work. In this paid internship, this work allows the Human Services Intern to learn about working at The Arc Lexington in a supportive and closely supervised manner, positioning them to become successful, long-term employees.

In this position, the HS Intern will assist with household errands and tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and gardening as well as accompanying staff and the people we support with appointments and community outings.

Graduates from this internship often fill full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) positions, allowing employees to set themselves for future success and growth with The Arc Lexington.

Qualifications:

• Must be actively enrolled in a High School program (16-17 years old)
• Valid work papers are required

What can The Arc Lexington offer you?

• Paid training
• Flexible schedule

Why work at The Arc Lexington?

The Arc Lexington always strives to be the best possible employer. This means going to great lengths to ensure it is a great place to work, a place where employees feel valued, nurtured, and respected. Employees find fulfilling, meaningful careers at The Arc Lexington and enjoy being part of our family. The Arc Lexington employees have repeatedly voted us for several awards:

• 2013 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award
• 2014 - Voted #1 Large Workplace in the Capital District
• 2014 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award
• 2017 - Best Company to Work For in New York State
• 2022 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award & Times Union Meaningfulness Award

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