Community Health Internship

Job Description:

The Community Health Intern Student will gain work experience that can be applied to future career goals. The work experience and projects are related to the student's field of study and support Intermountain's mission, vision and values.

Position Details:

Incumbent for this role will be expected to work 3 shifts per week onsite between 9:00am – 5:00pm and additional functions may be performed remotely.

Under the direct supervision of a Children’s Health Community Health leader, interns are expected to:  

• Oversee daily operations and functions of food pantry 
• Co-design and implement an evaluation of the food pantry  
• Communicate clearly and consistently 
• Check-in regularly with your Community Health Internship/Rotation leader 
• Review the most current community health needs assessment and implementation strategy  
• Conduct literature reviews and identify evidence-based practices related to project 
• Learn how to evaluate project outcomes and understand community health outcome metrics 
• Write clearly and cite sources with integrity  
• Understand Children's Health Community Health team assets and resources with regard to wellness and injury prevention, nutrition security, safety and emotional wellbeing 

Additional responsibilities may include: 

• Meeting with additional subject matter experts at Intermountain Health 
• Participating in in-person community health outreach events  

During a shift in the Food Pantry, interns are expected to:  

• Greet & assist clients  
• Stock shelves   
• Pack food bags  
• Maintain client database  
• Clean/Upkeep of Pantry Share injury prevention and mental wellbeing resources with families as appropriate 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Concurrently enrolled in and progressing through their education program in a related field of study. Must provide documentation of enrollment in an accredited program, any earned degree or certification that may be required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the knowledge and skills in the field directly related to the intern opportunity.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated organization skills, detail oriented and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently maintain a good rapport and a positive demeanor with employees and customers.
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take on additional assignments when needed.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a healthcare setting with demonstrated customer service excellence.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and data entry platforms.
• Enrolled in an Associate’s, Bachelor's or Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience in community health or community benefit.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to protect and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing
• Walking
• Ability to lift 25lbs.

Location:

Intermountain Health Primary Childrens Hospital

Work City:

Salt Lake City

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$7.25 - $999.99

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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