Job Description:
Job Title: Intern
Location: Troy, MO
Department: Domestic Violence Services
Employment Type: Internship
Shift: Day-shift
Job Summary:
Join our team and gain invaluable experience in providing support and advocacy services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
As a Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Intern, you will have the opportunity to assist with the day-to-day operations and programming of our confidential emergency shelter, while developing a concrete understanding of domestic violence and successfully completing your learning objectives.
Under the guidance and mentorship of experienced advocates, you will contribute to creating a safe and supportive environment for women and children seeking shelter.
Your role will involve assisting in providing group or one-on-one advocacy, developing positive relationships with clients, creating personalized safety plans, and ensuring services are provided in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
The Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Intern position offers…
Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement
Valuable Experience - Gain hands-on experience in domestic violence and sexual assault advocacy, crisis intervention, and shelter operations
Professional Development - Attend and actively participate in trainings to enhance your knowledge and skills
Supportive Mentorship - Work closely with experienced advocates who will provide guidance and oversight
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with the day-to-day operations and programming of the confidential emergency shelter
Provide group or one-on-one in-person advocacy to victims and survivors of domestic violence and their children, under the oversight and mentorship of an advocate
Develop positive and productive relationships with persons served
Assist in the creation of comprehensive personalized client safety plans Provide services in accordance with agency policies and procedures
Develop individual goals with your supervisor and strive to achieve these goals throughout the internship
Take initiative on shelter operations and advocacy tasks
Work independently while adhering to shelter rules and guidelines
Attend and actively participate in trainings
Complete required paperwork and documentation accurately, factually, and concisely
Assist survivors of domestic violence and their children in establishing and reaching goals
Perform data entry on client interactions
Provide crisis intervention to individuals and families
Identify and utilize your strengths in the program, working with the Volunteer Coordinator and Domestic Violence staff
Education and/or Experience Qualifications:
Currently enrolled at an accredited College or University
Additional Requirements:
Basic knowledge of domestic violence and sexual assault
Basic knowledge of trauma
Demonstrates good judgment and discernment in dealing with people
Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectively
Demonstrates the ability to operate a computer and use Google applications
Effective time management skills
Demonstrates the ability to make decisions and problem-solve
Demonstrates the ability to work well independently and as a team player
Demonstrates the ability to resolve conflicts effectively
Brightli Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.


Position Perks & Benefits:
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness


Brightli is on a Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.