Center for Service Learning, Internships, and Civic Engagement
June 2016 Volume 1, Issue 1
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES NEWSLETTER Hello Toros! Academic Internships are a great way to gain practical experience in a professional setting before you graduate. The Center for Service Learning is open all summer to help you during your career development process. Whether you are a freshman just finishing up your first semester or a senior graduating in May, it is never too early or too late to begin planning for your future career. What better way to explore opportunities while boosting your resume than to obtain an internship. In this newsletter, you can find a variety of internships. Check out Community Connections website for even more internship opportunities. The Staff and Faculty of SLICE
INSIDE THIS ISSUE Awakenings Program for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing ....... 2 Intern Spotlight ..................... 2 JusticeCorps .......................... 3 Centro CHA ........................... 4 Intern Spotlight ..................... 4 Honor Roll ........................... 5 Alamitos Belmont Rehabilitation Hospital ......................... 6 Intern Spotlight ..................... 6 American Indian Changing Spirits .................................. 7 BLAST .................................. 8 Boys and Girls Club ............... 8 Jumpstart……..……………………9 Woodcraft Rangers……………..9 Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum……………………………10 Los Angeles Black Worker Center………………………………10 Reading Partners……………….11
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ALCOHOL & DRUG PROGRAMS INC. Southern California Alcohol & Drug Programs provides treatment services to deaf and hard of hearing persons through Awakenings - a fully accessible residential recovery program. Opened in November, 1988, Awakenings was the first residential drug abuse treatment program for and by deaf and hard of hearing persons in the United States. Awakenings provide a six to 12month long treatment program delivered entirely in American Sign Language for Deaf men and women. Located in Whittier, the program facility consists of four separate apartments with a total of 14
residential beds for men, and women. Awakenings added an additional ten transitional and permanent housing beds via a HUD grant. Address 12322 Clearglen Avenue Whittier, CA 90604 General Phone (562) 923-4545 Program website http://www.scadpinc.org/ home0.aspx *Position available for student’s at all academic levels
“My attitude has changed in a positive way. I feel that besides adding these experiences to my resume, I can also apply them to my personal life. It helped me see that I am following the correct field in human services” INTERN SPOTLIGHT Major: Psychology Class of: 2016 Internship: Jumpstart
Cohort: 2015-16 Current Place of Employment: St. Anne’s
Current position: Residential Counselor
Aspires to become a
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VALENCIA BERNARD Did your internships help you find employment or allow you to feel more confident entering the workforce? Yes. Although Jumpstart was working with early childhood it built my confidence in managing and observing different behaviors. It also motivated me to apply for employment with a similar age group. The director of the residential counselors that I interviewed (Maryam) expressed how much she liked the Jumpstart program, and its mission, which was a plus. Although my new job is working with teen moms I felt that Maryam gave me a huge opportunity to transition from working with early childhood to working with teen moms, and their children. Also, during the interview she asked a few scenario questions. Based on my training and experience from Jumpstart, I was able to relate the trainings I got from Jumpstart to my responses to the scenario questions. Because the type of job is hands-on, my past experiences provided similar situations that I wouldn’t have been able to relate to otherwise.” If you had the opportunity to intern with Jumpstart again, would you do it? “Yes, and I would apply as Team Leader. When I was the “team leader for a week” I really enjoyed the role and what it entailed. Things such as standing in front of the classroom and directing the session of the week, although it took a little more time commitment, I really felt like it was fun and not a challenge at all.” Being an athlete, and being really busy, did your internship take time away from your academic and athletic work? If so, how did you manage this? “No, I felt like it did not. Time management was one of the elements I got out of my internship training. And, I really took that into consideration and made myself a weekly schedule so in addition to traveling for track, and track meets, and homework I managed to have a schedule that allowed me to give the appropriate attention to everything I was a part of so I could perform effectively on and off the track.” It’s important to note that Valencia obtained her new job thanks to her success and track record in her internship.
WHAT OUR INTERNS ARE SAYING? In a recent focus group of 41 interns, 90% agreed that their experiential learning activity (internships) related well to the course curriculum.
Jumpstart Interns placed at Volunteers of America, Chester Head Start
CSUDH JUSTICECORPS The award-winning California JusticeCorps program recruits, trains, and places over 270 undergraduates and recent Chief Justice poses with group after accepting the 2014 Education Pipeline Award on behalf of JusticeCorps graduates in court-based self-help centers. 2014 marked the 10 year anniversary of the California JusticeCorps Program and the 20th anniversary of AmeriCorps. Most recently, JusticeCorps was honored for its role in cultivating and educating a more diverse bench and bar by the California State Bar Council on Access and Fairness, with its 2014 Education Pipeline Award Trained by legal experts in family and housing law, students will assist clients with legal info and do advocacy work at self-help center. Must commit to 300 hours of service; may receive stipend. Site Details Address 1000 E. Victoria St. SCC 300 Carson, CA 90747 General Phone (310) 243-2438 General Email justicecorps@csudh.edu Program website http://www.courts.ca.gov/ justicecorps.htm
In a recent focus group of 34 interns, 85% agreed they had a better understanding of their classroom curriculum as a result of their internship. In a recent focus group of 34 interns, 95% agreed that students from other courses would benefit from this type of experiential learning. In a similar focus group of 46 interns, 82.60% agreed that this experience affected their thinking about the community (or agency), its problems and or the solutions to the problems.
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CENTRO CHA INC. Centro CHA is a non-profit Hispanic/Latino human and social service agency formed in 1992 and incorporated in 1999. Since 1992, Centro CHA strives to create a record of service that advances, and advocates extensively for, the wellbeing of underrepresented, low-income Hispanic children, youth and families in the City of Long Beach A recognized leader at the local, county and state levels, Centro CHA is a committed grassroots, community-based nonprofit organization that continuously provides quality, and necessary and compassionate services to more than 5,000 families from underserved, impoverished Hispanic neighborhoods. Centro CHA
is located in an area of Long Beach with a Hispanic population over 65%, effectively making Centro CHA one of the most accessible organizations in the area and a leader in the community. 18 or older, Computer Literacy, Driver's License Address 205 Anaheim Street Long Beach, CA 90813 General Phone (562) 612-4157 Program website http://www.centrocha.org/who-we -are/
“Internships help me reinforce classroom curriculum by interacting with clients firsthand. Thus, deepening my knowledge and level of comprehension. ” INTERN SPOTLIGHT LINETTE GRINT Major: Human Services
Class of: 2015 Currently: University of Southern California, School of Social Work
Internship: Jumpstart
Did your internships at CSUDH support your future goals? Attending CSUDH was a wonderful experience. It helped build on my networking skills, and ability to jump into any experience. I believe every opportunity is worth trying whether it is something an individual continues to purse or decides to move onto a different path. The internships at CSUDH really helped for my future goals particularly Jumpstart. Jumpstart is well-known in the educational community, and gives an individual the upper hand when applying for other internships or employment opportunities. Did your internships prepare you for USC social work? Do they relate to your current fieldwork? My first year internship placement was at El Rancho Unified School District where I was titled as a Mental Health Intern Counselor. The previous internships definitely helped prepare me for USC School of Social Work. Although this was a co-curricular requirement for Human Services, I realized upon entering my new internship placement (at the graduate level) that I had slightly more experience than other classmates because I did three semesters of internship, rather than one. What is some advice you can give to students considering internships?
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When going for an internship push for a placement that gives you as much experience and training as possible. The ability to have an array of knowledge working in different areas is something employers consider when hiring individuals. If your placement offers on-going training and gives you the option to participate, go for it. One never knows what they will learn, who they will network with, and the benefit they may receive from such opportunity. Same goes for any events and activities on campus. Something that may be free at CSUDH could cost you once you have graduated. Don't miss out on an opportunity that can be beneficial in the long run.
THE PRESIDENT’S HIGHER EDUCATION COMMUNITY SERVICE HONOR ROLL PRESIDENTIAL AWARD 2014
Student Service Estimates:
CSUDH RECEIVES PRESIDENT’S HIGHER EDUCATION COMMUNITY SERVICE HONOR ROLL’S TOP HONOR, THE PRESIDENTIAL AWARD California State University, Dominguez Hills believes in academic excellence, community service, and the core values of liberal education. Community engagement is infused throughout CSUDH’s mission statement and strategic plan. In 2013, Business Insider ranked the school sixth in the nation using President Obama’s criteria of accessibility, affordability, and outcome. Washington Monthly has ranked Dominguez Hills as the eighth best master's university in the nation for "contributions to the public good." The Carson City Council has also presented the university with several awards for community engagement and regularly collaborates with the school on community events.
Service Summary Sixty-five percent of CSUDH students engage in service learning, both through the formal curriculum and the university’s service learning hub, the Center for Service Learning, Internships, & Civic Engagement (SLICE). As freshmen, all students who elect a First Year Experience with a service component participate in courses with defined community service elements throughout their collegiate career. Through SLICE, students regularly volunteer to mentor youth on topics ranging from college preparation to negotiation and conflict resolution. SLICE houses the Jumpstart for Young Children Program, the JusticeCorps Program, and the Volunteer Center. The Center also maintains a space for additional projects, such as packaging donations for the homeless and collecting necessities for soldiers, or for facilitating reflection sessions.
School motto: “America Happens Here”
Number of students volunteering: 9,554
Number of community service hours: 180,000
Key service areas: Education, Health, Environment
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ALAMITOS-BELMONT REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Our specialty at “Al Bel” is rehabilitation. We have rehabilitation physicians who work closely with our in house rehab team as well as our attending physicians. The goal of our rehab physicians is to ensure that each resident achieves optimal rehab levels. We have a proven track record of successful outcomes and pride ourselves in delivering excellent rehabilitation as well as excellent patient care. We provide 24-Hour licensed nursing care and are capable of providing IV therapy, hydration, and pain management. Alamitos Belmont Rehabilitation Hospital) has received a 5 star rating from the survey section of the 5 star report and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services ("CMS") has determined that Alamitos Belmont Rehabilitation Hospital are in the top 10% of this state in their survey results for the last 3 years.
Needs Live Scan and application. Live scan must be passed by the beginning of service. Competitive internship. Address 3901 E. 4th Street. Long Beach, CA 90814 General Phone (562) 434-8421 General Email mhall@alamitosbelmont.com Program website http://www.alamitosbelmont.com/ Social media https://www.facebook.com/ alamitosbelmont/?ref=tn_tnmn Main Contact Arlene Donado Job Title Supervisor Email adonado@alamitosbelmont.com
“Real life situations help me go back to class lectures. During lectures we receive information on certain types of cases or scenarios, but if it weren't for internships, I would not have that real hands on life experience. ”
INTERN SPOTLIGHT ASIA WATKINS
Major: Human Services
Class of: 2017 Internship: Jumpstart (1516) Long Beach Rescue Mission (2016)
Currently: Working for The CSUDH Multicultural
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Tell me about your internship experience? My internship experience with Jumpstart was amazing, and very helpful. During Jumpstart I connected with so many amazing individuals who not only shared similar passions for children (as myself), but also individuals who worked over time to make sure that our children were getting the best out of our program. By helping contribute to the children’s educational growth, I took part in closing the academic gap within lower SES areas such as Compton, CA. Watching many of my partner children come in on the first day of Jumpstart not knowing how to hold their pencils, write their names, speak another language confidently, name classroom materials, and even color’s was no doubt intimidating. However, because of the amazing Jumpstart staff that provided us with support and resources needed to be successful in the preschool classrooms (along with my dedication) I was able to facilitate a consistent growth within their academia. I would definitely do Jumpstart all over again if I could. What skills did you gain from this experience? I enhanced my communication skills through working with the teachers and my CSUDH team at Chester Head Start. I also learned team building skills along with leadership skills. There were times were (as a Corps member and team player) you were required to perform many task throughout the program other than Corps member duties and it helped me become a better organizer, and leader. Are you interning anywhere next semester? I will be a Case Manager for Long Beach Rescue Mission. I am thrilled! What are your goals after graduation? I will apply to graduate school for my Masters of Social work, fall 16’. I hope to build my own nonprofit focused on adults who were incarcerated and at risk youth in Low SES community particularly black and brown bodies. Often times when we are at risk and or being released from incarceration a label of “trouble, danger and criminal,” is attached to us by society. With my nonprofit I hope to help the adults continue to make a steady transition back into society through connecting them with their families, providing them with resources regarding jobs, housing, rehabilitation and education etc. In addition, the children will also have a place to receive help with homework, and become exposed to many forms of art, dance, music, ones culture and begin preparation for college.
Latino Student Business Association Representative at 2016 Community Service symposium
Changing Spirits Recovery Program is a social model, community based 180day residential program targeting Native American men, over 18 years of age, who have a desire to recover from alcohol or drug addiction. Changing Spirits Recovery Program is a Non-profit program that does not discriminate or deny services based on race, ethnic background, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, or the ability to pay. Individuals with convictions or pending sentencing for domestic violence/violent crimes will be referred to an appropriate agency. Address 2120 W. Williams Street Bldg. #1 Long Beach, CA 90810-3635 Program website http://americanindianchangingspirits.org/ Main Contact Raul Garcia
“I feel that finally everything that I am learning in my classes actually matters. I can take what I have learned in lecture and readings and really use them in my internship.�
Job Title Program Director Phone (562) 388-8118
Partly funded by:
Email recovery@changingspirits.org
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BETTER LEARNING FOR ALL STUDENTS TODAY in a safe and constructive environment. The Bridge to College Program provides high school students with opportunities to build on specific skills for life after high school such as how to register for college, apply for jobs, and where and how to hone their professional development skills. Our desire to inspire youth to choose positive and lifechanging opportunities led to the creation of the following three distinct programs for which BLAST is known and which aim to ensure support for all age groups. Our Academic Mentoring Program matches college students to participate in one-on-one mentoring with a child at one of our partnering sites and focus on building personal trust and support to foster the child's academics, future thinking, and character development. BLAST also operates its own after-school program for children who are residents in a housing development in north Long Beach. Our dynamic program invites the children to experience hands-on participation and understanding of topics such as health/wellness, academics, and technology
Address 737 Pine Ave., Suite 201 Long Beach, CA 90813 Program website http://www.lbblast.org/ Main Contact Leslie Keeney Academic Mentoring Program Manager Email: leslie@lbblast.org Office: (562) 437-7766 ext. 203
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF CARSON The Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson is the place where our community's youth are provided essential skills needed to thrive in school, work, life, and confidence is instilled so that- despite obstacles- their futures are filled with limitless possibilities. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson (BGCC) offers our young people a safe environment where they can have fun and be themselves, dedicated adult mentors who respect and listen to them, and outcome-based programs that empower youth to become lifelong learners. Through successful partnerships and collaborations, we will ensure that 100% of the youth being served are on track to graduate on time, be healthy and active as well as give back to their community. Address 1950 E. 220th Street, Suite 102 Carson, CA 90810 General Phone (310) 522-0500 Program website http://www.bgccarson.org/
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Main Contact Veronica Jimenez Email vjimenez@bgccarson.org
JUMPSTART The Jumpstart Solution Jumpstart’s research-based, cost-effective program trains college students and community volunteers to serve preschool-age children in low-income neighborhoods. Through our proven curriculum, these children develop the language and literacy skills they need to be ready for school, setting them on the path for lifelong success. How Jumpstart Works Jumpstart sessions take place two days per week, for two hours each time. Each session revolves around a core storybook and one book serves as the focus for two sessions. Session plans are organized in six unit themes -- Family, Friends, Wind and Water, The World of Color, Shadows and Reflections, Things That Grow. Apply at www.jstart.org/apply. 1000 East Victoria Street Carson, CA 90747 Program website http://www.jstart.org/where/southern-california Main Contact Jessica Ramirez Job Title Jumpstart Interim Site Manager Phone (310) 243-2438
“I strongly feel that I have a better understanding of the classroom curriculum through my experience working with at risk teenagers. A better helper has to be patient, supportive, and most importantly, be empathetic to your client who may have behavioral and family issues. This experience was helpful and I look forward on doing my next internship. “
WOODCRAFT RANGERS Woodcraft Rangers is one of the largest non-profit after-school program providers in Los Angeles County. We serve about 12,000+ K-12 students annually, at over 60 schools in three districts. Our mission is to guide young people as they explore pathways to purposeful lives.
Address 340 E. 2nd Street, Suite 200
Job Title
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Manager
General Phone
(213) 249-9293
rfregoso@woodcraftrangers.org
Program website http://www.woodcraftrangers.org Main Contact Rubi Fresogo
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DOMINGUEZ RANCHO ADOBE MUSEUM The Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum offers several internship opportunities. We offer three types of internships. The paid internship program is highly competitive and preference is given to graduate students and highly-qualified juniors and seniors in undergraduate programs. The class credit internships are offered to all college students. We also offer service learning hours for colleges that have Service Learning requirements and programs. Preference is given to sophomores, juniors, and seniors within one semester of graduation, and graduate students.
18127 S. Alameda Street Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 General Phone (310) 603-0088 Program website http://dominguezrancho.org/
The Bridge to College Program provides high school students with opportunities to build on specific skills for life after high school such as how to register for college, apply for jobs, and where and how to hone their professional development skills.
LOS ANGELES BLACK WORKER CENTER The mission of the Los Angeles Black Worker Center is to increase access to quality jobs; reduce employment discrimination; and improve industries that employ Black workers through action and unionization. The center seeks to promote economic and racial justice, peace, and prosperity for all of Los Angeles by developing policies and corporate practices that perpetuate equality in the labor market and end inferior jobs in the Black Community.
Main Contact Name Lanita Morris
5350 Crenshaw Blvd.
Job Title
Los Angeles, CA 90043
Program Manager
General Phone
(323) 752-7287
lmorris@lablackworkercenter.org
Program website http://lablackworkercenter.org/ Social media https://www.facebook.com/la.workercenter
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READING PARTNERS Few cities have captured the world’s imagination in the way that Los Angeles has. From Hollywood and celebrities to famous architecture and internationally renowned cuisine, Los Angeles is a captivating city. But the reality for too many of Los Angeles’ kids is far from glamorous. One in four children in Los Angeles lives in poverty. With only 47% of third graders reading proficiently, their chances to break out of this cycle of poverty are slim. Reading Partners wants to change that. We’re working alongside parents, teachers, and school leaders in Los Angeles County to equip all students with the skills they need to succeed. Since our launch in Los Angeles in 2008, we’ve grown from serving three schools to providing our innovative literacy intervention program in ten schools in 2012-13.
Program Information Reading Partners Los Angeles 605 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite 805 Los Angeles, CA 90015 Telephone: (213) 627-7820 Fax: (408) 516-8516
Chloe Oliveras Community Engagement Associate Reading Partners Los Angeles 3452 E. Foothill Blvd. Suite 310, Pasadena, CA 91107 chloe.oliveras@readingpartners.org
“The experiences in my fieldwork make me more passionate towards my educational goals. Right now I work with the high school population, and just reflecting on my past experiences as well as what struggles the teens face make me motivated to serve as an advocate. I come to the classroom with a purpose, and that is to better understand who I am in order to advocate for my client. “
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OUR STAFF CENTER FOR SERVICE LEARNING, INTERNSHIPS, AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Cheryl McKnight Director
The CSUDH Center for ServiceLearning, Internships & Civic Engagement (SLICE) is committed to facilitating and fostering quality experiential learning opportunities for students. We support the development of symbiotic relationships among campus, local communities in the Greater Los Angeles/South Bay areas, and global neighbors of the world community. SLICE advocates campus contributions of knowledge and skill which promote the quality of life in these communities. We support high impact practices for student success including experiential learning and community based research. Our work upholds the University Mission in its commitment to “excellence and pluralism in higher education and to further the goals of a democratic society through wide participation and civic responsibility in community, social, and economic affairs".
CSUDH Class of 1999, 2001
Miami Gelvezon
Xavier Pineda
Administrative Support Coordinator
Student Ambassador
CSUDH Class of 2012, 2014
CSUDH Class of 2015, 2018 (TBD)
Center for Service Learning, Internships, and Civic Engagement 1000 E. Victoria St. SCC 300 Carson, CA 90747 Phone: 310-243-2438 Email: spineda15@csudh.edu
Sergio Pineda
Jessica Ramirez
Community Partner/Internship
Jumpstart Site Manager
Coordinator
CSUDH Class of 2012, 2014
CSUDH Class of 2011, 2017 (TBD)