ABC House - Linn County Child Victim Assessment Center Target Population: Child victims of abuse and their non-offending family members Mission: ABC House provides a safe, respectful and healing environment for children who are victims of abuse. Since 1999, over 4,120 children and families from Linn and Benton Counties have been served by the ABC House mission. Phone Number: (541) 926-2203 Address: P.O. Box 68; Albany, OR 97321 Website: www.abchouse.org What Interns do at this Site: Work with staff in counseling and evidence collection; case management; data collection and research. Adelante Mujeres Target Population: low-income Latino families Mission: The holistic education and empowerment of low-income Latina women and their families. Programs/Services: We have 6 primary activities: 1) a school for adult women and 2) a preschool for their children; 3) a youth development program providing after-school and summer activities; 4) a business development program; 5) an organic farm; and 6) we manage the Forest Grove Farmers Market. Phone Number: (503) 992-0078 Address: 2420 19th Ave, Forest Grove, OR 97116 Website: http://www.adelantemujeres.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Related to the six programs/services listed above: 1,2) Assist in classroom, design curriculum and learning materials and track student achievement; 3) facilitate after-school groups and events for youth; 4) support entrepreneurs; 5) assist with farm planning and cultivation; 6) assist with market outreach to low-income and minority populations. Albany Senior Center Target Population: Older adults Mission: The Albany Senior Center is a multi-purpose community center operated by the Albany Parks and Recreation as a focal point for older adults, services, recreation, and learning. Phone Number: (541) 917-7760 Address: 489 Water Ave. NW; Albany, OR 97321 Website: www.cityofalbany.net/parks/seniorcenter/ What Interns do at this Site: Assist in design, implementation and promotion of a variety of activities including educational classes, crafts, exercise programs, dances, concerts, Foster Grandparent program, and seasonal events. Survey target population to analyze needs and desires to aid in long term planning. Albany Parks & Recreation Target Population: All age groups Mission: To provide safe recreational activities and beautiful parks for the Albany community. Phone Number: (541) 917-7777 Address: 333 Broadalbin SW, Albany, OR 97321 Website: www.cityofalbany.net/parks/volunteer What Interns do at this Site: The City of Albany Parks & Recreation Department Intern Program provides opportunities for students to gain firsthand knowledge and understanding of park and recreation processes through pre-professional work experience. The Intern Program offers internships in many areas including summer camps, recreation planning, sports, concerts, festivals, special events, public relations, marketing, sponsorships, and graphic services. The Arc of Benton County Target Population: Teens and adults with developmental disabilities Mission: The Arc of Benton County is a non-profit organization that focuses on enhancing the lives of people who experience intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Phone Number: (541) 753-1711 Address: 414 NW Fourth Street; Corvallis, Oregon 97330 Website: www.arcbenton.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Help lead a group of individuals with developmental disabilities in an activities program during afterschool and weekend hours. Benton County Adult Parole & Probation Target Population: Adult criminal offenders on parole or probation Mission: To enhance public protection and offender rehabilitation by providing a viable continuum of sanctions and services. Phone Number: (541) 766-6858 Address: 180 NW 5th St.; Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff/community/parole_probation.php What Interns do at this Site: Assist at Day Reporting Center and Transition Center. Benton County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) Target Population: Children Mission: To recruit, train and professionally support court appointed community Volunteers to advocate for each abused and neglected child in Benton County who is within the legal custody of the state. Phone Number: (541) 753-5838 Address: PMB 3004-206 Corvallis, OR 97339-3004 Website: https://casa-vfc.org/ Email: [email protected] What Interns do at this Site: Attend Board of Directors meetings; work with Board of Directors to plan fundraising events; promote Benton County CASA program on campus and in the community; assist director in grant writing; compile statistics about CASA's throughout the nation; work directly with children and families who are in the court system (with extensive training). Benton County Furniture Share Target Population: Low Income Families Mission: Diverts furniture from the landfill and redistributes quality used furniture, at no cost to individuals and families in need to improve family interactions, increase comfort and safety in homes, the ability to sleep comfortably, eat meals together, and study comfortably to increase wellness, independence, physical and mental health. Phone Number: 541-754-9511 Website: www.bfs.peak.org/ Address: P.O. Box 2224; Corvallis, OR 97339, Office located at 155 SE Lilly Avenue, Corvallis, OR 97333 What Interns do at this Site: Assist with organization management, grant writing, research, and fund raising. Benton County Juvenile Department Target Population: Delinquent youth between the ages of 12-17. Mission: To protect the community through prevention and control of juvenile delinquency. Phone Number: (541) 766-6064 Address: 4185 SW Research Way, Suite 100; Corvallis, OR 97333 Website: www.co.benton.or.us/juvenile/index.html Website for interns: www.co.benton.or.us/juvenile/interns.php What Interns do at this Site: Visit community service work crew one time per quarter; observe juvenile court counselors; mentor/tutor youth; co-facilitate competency groups with juvenile court counselors, make field contacts; secure transports (involves restraints) Benton County Victim Assistance Program Target Population: Victims of crimes Mission: To assist child abuse victims and their families. Phone Number: (541) 766-6815 Address: 120 NW 4th Street; Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: http://www.co.benton.or.us/da/victim_assistance.php (Click on “volunteer opportunities link) What Interns do at this Site: Victim notification of rights; victim assistance with case status; referrals to crime victims for services; assist in determining restitution figures; research and investigation of cases; assist attorneys in trial preparation. Benton Plaza – Community Outreach Inc. Target Population: Elderly and People with Disabilities Mission: To coordinate services and provide residential care for elderly and disabled with special needs Phone Number: 541-753-4411 Address: 408 S.W. Monroe Suite L-140; Corvallis, OR 97333 Website: www.communityoutreachinc.org What Interns do at this Site: Network with community agencies to coordinate services for the residents; Schedule, facilitate and/or lead social activities; Create monthly newsletter and calendar for Benton Plaza residents; Spend time with seniors and disabled residents, engaging them in discussions & assist as needed; Lead community council meetings and make notes and encourage participation; Assist with helping the residents plan for healthy meals and snacks.; Lead exercise class and encourage participation and use of exercise room; Keep tabs on residents who may be ill or have special problems or declining mental or physical health Benton Habitat for Humanity Target Population: Low-income families who need housing Mission: To eliminate substandard housing and homelessness worldwide and to make adequate, affordable shelter a matter of conscience and action. To provide affordable housing to families by having materials donated, and family help with construction by donating their time and effort. Phone Number: (541) 752-3354 Address: 104 SW 2nd St.; Corvallis, OR 97333 Website: http://www.bentonhabitat.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Assist with fund-raising, publicity, site-selection, building, owner family selection, and family nurture. Boys & Girls Club of Albany Target Population: Children of all ages Mission: Our mission is to provide a fun, safe, supervised environment for recreational and educational activities in which all boys and girls, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, can develop self esteem and the qualities needed to become caring, responsible citizens. Phone Number: (541) 926-6666 Address: 1215 Hill St. SE; PO Box 691; Albany, Oregon 97321 Website: http://bgc-albany.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Assist with after school, summer, athletic programs, and community technology center; coordinate snack and meal program; plan and lead activities; one-on-one interaction with children; office work Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis Target Population: Children in grades K-5 predominately, opportunities to work with 6-12th graders as well. Mission: To provide youth with the opportunity to achieve their potential by instilling and promoting a sense of belonging, competence, usefulness, and influence. Phone Number: (541) 757-1909 Address: 1112 NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: http://www.bgccorvallis.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Working for the after school club at any of the nine different elementary school sites; planning and leading activities; one-on-one interaction with children; mentoring of youth. Boys & Girls Club of Lebanon Target Population: Children in 1st grade through 18 years old. Mission: Our mission is to provide a fun, safe, supervised environment for recreational and educational activities where all boys and girls, especially those who need us the most, can develop a sense of belonging, usefulness, competence and influence. All of these are qualities needed to become caring, responsible and productive citizens. Phone Number: (541) 258-7105 Address: 305 S 5th St., Lebanon, OR 97355 Website: http://bgcgreatersantiam.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Assist with after school, summer and athletic programs; implementing and leading activities; one-on-one interaction with children; office/clerical work; assist in marketing and fundraising Children's Farm Home Target Population: Children and adolescents (ages 5-18) with psychiatric disturbances Mission: To provide a comprehensive array of mental health services to children and families. Phone Number: (541) 757-1852 Address: 4455 NE Highway 20 Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: http://www.trilliumfamily.org/ http://trilliumfamily.org/Careers/JobOpenings.aspx (look up Skills Trainer Intern) What Interns do at this Site: Assist counselors and children in residential setting (cottages); work on treatment planning process and observe treatment; assist with group activities. College Hill High School - Alternative Education Target Population: Teens who are behind in credits, who have experienced abuse, alcoholism, poverty and/or homelessness. Mission: Our purpose is to help each student develop a framework of accountability that promotes learning and inspires courage to invest in the future. College Hill will empower students by providing superior learning opportunities in a unique and exceptional environment. Phone Number: (541)757-4717 or contact Alexis DeLong, Student Engagement Coordinator (541) 757-4591 or email [email protected] Address: 510 NW 31st St, Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: http://www.csd509j.net/enus/districtinformation/departmentsservices/alternativeeducation.aspx What Interns so at this Site: Tutor students in Math, Science, Social Studies and English. They will also have opportunities to help with electives, learn library management and work closely with teachers and staff. Community Outreach, Inc. Target Population: Low-income and homeless population Mission: To provide services to help people help themselves to self-sufficiency Phone Number: (541) 758-3000 Address: 865 NW Reiman Ave.; Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: http://www.communityoutreachinc.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Assist staff with walk-in and phone-on crisis intervention; Provide information about referral; coordinate emergency social service for individuals and families in crisis situations; Assist with case management (e.g. assessment, goal setting, action plan creation, progress monitoring, case documentation); Assistance with administrative duties such as filling, entering data, editing of procedures, etc. The students may also work at Benton Plaza assisting with the provision of services to elderly and disabled adult residents. Community Services Consortium Target Population: Individuals and families suffering from poverty Mission: CSC is a three-county nonprofit action agency which provides programs and services to low-income individuals and families in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties. Our 160+ member staff perform a variety of services and implement a variety of programs ranging from lowincome energy assistance, alternative education, and preschool services to the building of affordable housing and community facilities Phone Number: (541) 752-1010 or (541) 928-6335 Address: 545 SW 2nd Street, Suite A; Corvallis, OR 97333 AND 250 SW Broadalbin Suite 2A; Albany, OR 97321 Website: http://www.csc.gen.or.us/ What Interns do at this Site: Work at the learning center/alternative school; assist with the independent living program for adolescents who are about to age out of the foster care system; assist with fundraising activities; work on grant proposals and research projects; assist at the Foodbank; work with youth in the community youth garden. Conifer House Target Population: Senior Citizens in a residential care unit. Mission: To relieve some of the anxieties and problems encountered as people grow older, while encouraging a fuller, more productive life in a home-like environment. Phone Number: (541) 757-2444 Address: 145 NE Conifer Blvd.; Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: http://coniferhouseliving.com/ What Interns do at this Site: Assist with nutritional services, social services, personal services, and transportation. Corvallis Caring Place Target Population: Senior Citizens in an assisted living setting. Mission: Conifer is a Residential Care Facility providing private apartments, three meals each day, housekeeping and laundry services, trash removal and assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming and hygiene, medication management and some assistance with mobility. Their mission is to provide a caring environment for mature persons, including those with personal care needs, while fostering independence and personal choice and allowing them to remain in the same community as their loved ones and friends. Phone Number: (541) 753-2033 Address: 750 NW 23rd St.; Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: www.corvalliscaringplace.org What Interns do at this Site: Assist with planning and implementation of activities; provide transportation for residents; one-on-one visits with senior citizens. Corvallis Manor Target Population: Senior Citizens in a skilled, rehabilitation or intermediate care unit. Mission: To provide skilled and intermediate care, discharge planning, resource referral, and group activities for the residents' enjoyment. Phone Number: (541) 757-1651 Address: 160 NE Conifer; Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: http://pinnacle-healthcare.com/facilities/corvallis.html What Interns do at this Site: Learn about psychosocial assessment, advocacy, collaborate with outside agencies Corvallis Parks and Recreation Target Population: All age groups Mission: To provide safe public parks and recreational activities for the Corvallis community. Phone Number: (541) 757-6918 Address: 1310 SW Avery Park Dr.; Corvallis, OR 97333 Website: http://www.corvallisoregon.gov/index.aspx?page=56 What Interns do at this Site: Gain work experience in program administration; organizing youth and adult sports programs, community events; grant writing and special projects; coaching youth sports; recreation leadership; parks project planning. Corvallis Chintimini Senior Center Target Population: Senior Citizens Mission: To provide fun activities and hobbies to share with others. Phone Number: (541) 766-6959 Address: 2601 NW Tyler St.; Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: http://www.corvallisoregon.gov/index.aspx?page=257 What Interns do at this Site: Assist with elder-oriented activities and hobbies. Department of Human Services/Children’s Services Target Population: Children and families Mission: To protect Oregon's abused and neglected children and to provide them with safe and permanent families. Phone Number: Visit website for listing Address: Visit website for listing Website: http://www.oregon.gov/dhs/Pages/index.aspx (Click on volunteer services) What Interns do at this Site: Assist social workers with case materials; observe court hearings; participate in home visits; provide transportation as needed; supervise visitation between birth family and children in foster care; review child abuse reports; special projects as assigned. F.A.C.T. (Families and Community Together) Health and Social Services Division of the Greater Albany Public School District Target Population: Students in the Greater Albany Public School District that are facing challenges due to: medical/dental/mental health issues, homelessness/housing issues, teen pregnancy, drug and alcohol abuse and a variety of other concerns. Mission: To enhance student education by supporting and empowering students and families to access educational, health and community services. Phone Number: (541) 924-3720 Address: 701B SE 19th Ave, Albany, OR 97322 Website: http://www.albany.k12.or.us/departments/specialprograms/# What Interns do at this Site: Assist in organization of available services; gain knowledge regarding available resources and processes in the community; attend various school and community meetings; participate in home visits; assist in assessing needs of students/families and linking them to services/resources; special projects as assigned. Family Tree Relief Nursery Target Population: Families with children under the age of 6 years at risk of abuse or neglect. Mission: To prevent child abuse and neglect and break the cycle of abuse by building healthy relationships. Phone Number: (541) 967-6580 Address: 1005 NW Springhill Drive Albany, OR Website: http://familytreern.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Assist Teacher/Interventionists in therapeutic classroom program for infants, toddlers and preschoolers; assist Supervisor with researching community resources to assist families; assist Director with writing grants, volunteer development/recruitment, fundraising, public relations. Friends of the Family Ministries Target Population: Families, children, couples and individuals in Benton and Linn Counties Mission: To promote healthy relationships and healthy homes through education and counseling. Phone Number: (541) 757-1761 Address: 505 NW Harrison Blvd.; Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: http://www.fofm.org/. Also find us on Facebook. What Interns do at this Site: Interns may design internships that fit their professional goals while including their evangelical Christian values. Girl Scouts Beyond Bars Target Population: Girls, ages 5-17 whose mothers reside at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility in Wilsonville. Mission: Lessen the impact of parent-child separation. Foster positive personal and social development of girls and their families Phone Number: (800) 875-2451 Address: 1922 McGilchrist Street SE, Salem, OR 97302 Website: http://www.girlscoutsosw.org What Interns do at this Site: Assist the troop leader with troop meetings at the correctional facility. Assist with girl-only troop meetings and council-sponsored events. Assist with on-site enrichment activities for the incarcerated participants. Grace Center for Adult Day Services Target Population: Disabled and senior citizens with special needs, ranging from ages 18-100 Mission: To improve participants' functional abilities and bolster their mental well-being. Phone Number: (541) 754-8417 Address: 980 NW Spruce; Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: http://gracecenter-corvallis.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Gain knowledge about how an adult day care center operates, as well as acquire knowledge about the needs of adults who have Alzheimer's Disease or have had strokes; assist with family participant counseling; assist with activity planning and implementation; assist with daily exercise program. Head Start Prekindergarten Program Family Services Target Population: Families with low-income who have pre-school age children (3 and 4 year olds) Mission: To discover and disseminate knowledge that contributes to the optimal development and well-being of young children and their families. Phone Number: (541) 737-2209 Address: OSU Child Development Center, 104 Bates Hall Contact Person: Wendy McKenna, Family Services Coordinator Website: http://www.hhs.oregonstate.edu/hdfs/osu-child-development-center What interns do at this site: Head Start works to promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of low income children, through the provision of health, educational, nutritional, social and other services that are determined, based on family needs assessments, to be necessary. Interns will work with the Family Advocates to implement a comprehensive social services program that assists families to identify their strengths and needs, and to meet their goals. Independent Living Program Target Population: Youth, ages 14-21, that are aging out of the foster care system Mission: To teach life skills, including job search and job retention, and to provide support to foster care youth who are or have been in foster care Phone Number: (541) 704-7818 Address: 536 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis, OR 97333 Website: http://communityservices.us/education/independent-living-program/ What Interns do at this Site: Mentor teens who are transitioning from foster child to independent adulthood; Teach independent living skills to teenagers; Work with ILP team on each case; Write case notes; Maintain case management; Help train other interns; Co-faciliate group meetings with youth, observe meetings with staff, visit detention centers. Jackson Street Youth Shelter, Inc. Target Population: Homeless, runaway, and at-risk youth, ages 10-17 Mission: To promote safety, stability, and well-being for youth. We work to prevent homelessness by showing a path to long-term success through building positive relationships and skills for self-sufficiency. Phone Numbers/Email: Site 1 (Corvallis Overnight Shelter)-541-754-2404 Site 2 (Albany Cornerstone Youth Outreach Center) - 541-223-8844 Address: Site 1 (Corvallis Overnight Shelter)-555 NW Jackson Ave.; Corvallis, OR 97330 Site 2 (Albany Cornerstone Youth Outreach Center) - 960 Queen Ave. SE; Albany, OR 97322 Website: http://www.jsysi.org/ What Interns do? Site 1 (Corvallis Overnight Shelter)- Work shifts and assist staff and youth in daily schedule and activities of schedule, help coordinate services, prepare food, participate in staff meeting, be a positive role model, complete necessary paperwork/documentation, etc. Site 2 (Albany Cornerstone Youth Outreach Center)- Work shifts providing necessary supervision for drop-in hours and activities, lead age/developmentally appropriate activities, help with daily schedule/routine, set up/clean up, assist with street outreach efforts, attend staff meetings, etc. KIDCO Head Start Target Population: Preschool children and their families Mission: Kidco Head Start’s mission is to provide a comprehensive preschool program that enhances children’s development and supports families. KIDCO Head Start serves families in Linn, Benton, and Marion Counties. Phone Number: (541) 451-1581 Address: 300 Market St., Suite 200, Lebanon, OR 97355 Website: http://www.kidcoheadstart.org/index.html What interns do at this site: Work with children in small or large groups; plan activities; meet with teaching team on a weekly basis; participate in a home visit; learn more about nutrition. KidSpirit Target Population: Children, ages 5-13 Mission: Year-round youth programming in a fun and safe environment. Program goals include: increased confidence and self-esteem, friendship skills, and life skills. Phone Number: (541) 737-5437 Address: 125 Langton Hall; Corvallis OR 97331 Website: http://kidspirit.oregonstate.edu/ What Interns do at this Site: The internship opportunities range from leading specific projects to supervisory positions. Interns participate in the design and implementation of programs and activities focusing on fitness, movement, and physical education Linn-Benton Housing Authority Target Population: Individuals and families seeking low-income housing Mission: To help low-income individuals and families find suitable housing Phone Number: (541) 926-4497 x213 Address: 1250 SE Queen Ave; Albany, OR 97322 Website: http://www.l-bha.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Assist counselors as they help low-income families find affordable housing; Help with self-sufficiency programs for low-income families Linn County Child and Family Mental Health: New Solutions Target Population: Children under 18 with intensive mental health needs. Mission: Integrating family voice to design individualized services for children and families. Work to develop informal supports to help provide for individuals and families on a long term basis. Phone Number: (541) 967-3866 x 2690 Address: PO Box 100, Albany, OR 97321 Website: http://www.co.linn.or.us/Health/mental_health/mh.htm What Interns do at this Site: Work with staff in Child and Family Team Meetings, assist in coordinating services, data entry of Wrap-Around and Crisis Plans, Functional Assessments, and Strength's Discovery documents, some program development and organization, ie. filing, compiling informational brochures, etc., Group Supervision attendance, and community integration opportunities. Linn County Department of Health Services Target Population: Individuals and families of all age groups Mission: To protect, preserve, and promote the health of all county residents. Phone Number: (541) 967-3888 Address: 315 SW 4th; Albany, OR 97321 Website: http://www.co.linn.or.us/Health/ What Interns do at this Site: Assist with the Alcohol and Drug Program, Developmental Disabilities, Mental Health, Environmental Health, or Public Health Programs Linn County Juvenile Department Target Population: Delinquent youth between the ages of 12-17. Mission: To protect the community through prevention and control of juvenile delinquency. Phone Number: (541) 967-3853 Address: 104 4th SW Old Armory Building, Room 200 P.O. Box 100 Albany, OR 97321 Website: http://www.co.linn.or.us/juvenile/ What Interns do at this Site: Interns are assigned to a probation officer and assist in the performance of their duties. They may assist in transportation of juveniles; case management; and data collection and research. Marquis Companies Target Population: Senior citizens in Post-Acute Rehab setting. Mission: To promote the vitality within each of our clients and staff members. Phone Number: (971) 206-2026 or (800) 891-7575 Website: www.marquiescompanies.com Email: [email protected] Andrea Parks, Recruiter What Interns do at this Site: Participate in comprehensive internship opportunity, working with various departments within the facility, including social services. Please see internship instructor for detailed description. Mennonite Village Target Population: Senior citizens in residential care Mission: Mennonite Village is a faith-based, not‐for‐profit Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Albany, Oregon that provides life-enriching services to people of all faiths and beliefs. Phone Number: (541) 928-7232 Address: 5353 Columbus Street, SE; Albany, OR 97321 Website: http://www.mennonitevillage.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Work directly with residents in various assisted living situations; create, facilitate and evaluate a recreation program for various residential groups. Milestones Family Recovery Target Population: In-patient women with children, pregnant women; group home and outpatient services for male and female adolescents. Mission: To provide comprehensive, effective chemical dependency treatment in a family oriented environment. Phone Number: (541) 738-6832 Address: 518 SW 3rd Street, Corvallis, OR 97333 Website: www.milestonesrecovery.com What Interns do at this Site: Care for clients children while they are in therapy sessions; document activities; work reception area. Old Mill Center for Children and Families Target Population: Children with special needs and their families Mission: Old Mill Center for Children and Families is a community-based, family-oriented center helping children of diverse backgrounds maximize their potential through specially designed education and therapy programs. Phone Number: (541) 757-8068 Address: 1650 SW 45th Place, Corvallis, OR 97333 Website: http://www.omill.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Assist staff in locating resources to help parents and childcare professionals with challenges they encounter in parenting and teaching; assist in the observation and identification of at-risk children ages 2-6 years of age; assist in coordinating services and making referrals to existing programs to obtain services for children and families; assist in providing training and technical assistance to homecare and center providers to help them better meet the needs of referred children. Oregon Youth Authority - Oak Creek Youth Correctional Facility (Young Women’s Transition Program) Target Population: 15-21 year old girls suffering from juvenile delinquency, mental health issues, and emotional problems. Mission: Corvallis House transitions girls into society, teaching them life skills, as well as offering high school and some college classes. There is a heavy emphasis on mental health and gender specific treatment. Phone Number: (541) 791-5900 Address: 4400 Lochner Rd. SE Albany, OR 97322 Website: http://www.oregon.gov/OYA/facilities/oakcreek.shtml What Interns do at this Site: Serve as role models and mentors; teach girls art, language, nutrition, exercise, etc. OSU Extension Service: Family & Community Development Target Population: Families across the lifespan. Mission: To provide educational programming regarding the healthy development of families and communities. Phone Number: (541) 737-1020 Address: 161 Milam Hall; Oregon State University; Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: http://oregonstate.edu/dept/ehe/ What Interns do at this Site: A number of internship opportunities are available throughout the state. Interns assist with program design; assess effectiveness of educational and outreach programs; create research reports; collect data. Parent Enhancement Program-PEP Target Population: Adolescent parents and their infants Mission: To build self-confidence, enhance parenting skills, establish healthy families, and expand opportunities for teen parents. Phone Number: (541) 758-8292 Address: 421 NW 4th St. Suite A; Corvallis, OR. 97330 Website: http://pep.peak.org What Interns do at this Site: Assist PEP staff with a variety of office tasks including phone calls, reading, filing, errand running, and many others; Visit clients in order to get initial intake information, update forms, and assess the needs of young families; Be a positive role model to the teens and represent PEP in the community; Participate in meetings with other community agencies to coordinate services and share information; Provide safe structured childcare during PEP classes and events so teen parents benefit from the event and receive respite from taking care of their child; Provide transportation for young families and are reimbursed for mileage; Storage Maintenance; Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) – Community Services Consortium Target Population: Adults 55 years of age and older who wish to volunteer in the community Mission: To enable older Americans to contribute to their communities through volunteer service, to enhance the lives of the volunteers and those whom they serve, and to provide communities with valuable services. Phone Number: 541-812-0849 Address: 250 Broadalbin SW, #2A, Albany, OR 97321 Website: http://csc.visualpeople.com/jobs/rsvp-volunteer/ What Interns do at this Site: Research, writing, website updating, data collection, phone interaction, program development, and marketing. Room at the Inn: A Cold Weather Night Shelter for Women Target Population: Adult women without permanent housing Mission: Room at the Inn provides a safe and secure emergency home for single women in Corvallis and Benton County from November 1 to March 31. We want our guests to feel welcome, valued and respected within an atmosphere where they take responsibility for the needs of all and find personal support. Phone Number: (541) 231-6772 Contact: Sara G Power Address: 1166 NW Jackson; Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: http://www.corvallisfumc.org/content/room-inn-womens-shelter What Interns do at this Site: We will have many possibilities for interaction with our guests, and with professionals who work with this population. We expect all interns to volunteer in each role (evening supervisor, overnight volunteer, and weekly coordinator - i.e. learn how to staff a shelter working with volunteers), provide referrals for individual women, serve as a liaison with student volunteers and groups, visit other sites that work with this population (Partner’s Place, the Corvallis Homeless Coalition, Corvallis Daytime Drop-in Center). Interns may also opt to conduct informational interviews with professionals in this field, shadow one of our guests to see what their life is like or help a guest to record their life history or work up a complete case study. Also, the intern may want to interview our graduate grant writing and evaluation team to find out more about graduate studies in HDFS and/or Public Health. Senior and Disability Services of Linn, Benton, & Lincoln Counties (Area Agency on Aging) Target Population: Senior citizens Mission: They provide a wide variety of financial, medical and long term care services for clients and their families. Phone Number: (541) 967-8630 Address: 1400 Queen Ave. Suite 206; Albany, OR 97321 Website: http://www.ocwcog.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Assist with staffing the project's advisory committee; attend community coalition meetings; make contacts and presentations to local agencies, businesses, and service organizations; evaluate project effectiveness or other tasks decided upon by site supervisor. Social Security Administration Target Population: All age groups. Mission: To Deliver Social Security services that meet the changing needs of the public. Phone Number: (877) 840-0538 ext. 28900 Address: 1390 Waverly DR. SE STE 110 Website: www.ssa.gov What interns do at this site: Work with staff on evidence collection; case management; data collection and research. Assist disabled /elderly members of the public with applications for Social Security Disability, Retirement and/or Supplemental Security Income and special projects as assigned. Strengthening Rural Families Mission: To support healthy family development through education, workshops, family activities and community connection to families in rural Benton County. Phone Number: (541) 929-2535 Address: 1229 Main Street, Suite 101 Philomath, OR 97370 Website: www.ruralfamilies.org What Interns do at this Site: Fundraising/community event assistance, community research assistance, marketing assistance, volunteer coordinator and community outreach assistance, grant-writing/finding funds, and other special projects or events. Timberview Care Center Target Population: Senior citizens in residential/rehabilitative care Mission: To help a person care for himself to the best of his ability. Phone Number: (541) 926-8664 Address: 1023 West 6th; Albany, OR 97321 Website: http://www.prestigecare.com/skilled.php?id=14 What Interns do at this Site: Assist with social services within the facility such as developing a social history for new residents, developing a social assessment and care plan, orientation of new residents, and patient discharge. Timberhill Place Target Population: Adults ages 55 and older in an assisted living setting Mission: To keep you living as independently as possible, for as long as possible. Phone Number: (541) 753-1488 Address: 989 NW Spruce Ave.; Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: http://www.timberhillplace.com/ What Interns do at this Site: Office Assistant/Marketing-assist with data base management of marketing program. Activities-sponsor an ongoing program on a quarter/month/weekly basis. Literary club, bridge, crossword puzzles, sing-a-longs, fitness class, music/art appreciation are only a few examples. Food Service-kitchen assistant, assisting the chef with food prep, assessing resident’s needs, and sponsoring special food activities. Data Base Development and Management-assist in the development of data base for management of residents records. Development of in-service training packets and patient education materials. White Bird Clinic Target Population: Individuals living in Lane County with a focus on traditionally underserved populations with minimal financial resources and no insurance, including low-income, unemployed, disabled, and homeless individuals. Mission: White Bird is a collective environment organized to enable people to gain control of their social, emotional, and physical well-being through direct service, education, and community. Phone Number: Main Office Line: 541 342 8255 Address: Main Building: 541 E. 12th Ave. Eugene, Oregon 97401 Website: http://whitebirdclinic.org/ Interns: White Bird Clinic offers a variety of opportunities for individuals wishing to serve in the human service field. We offer in depth training and experience in client centered care, crisis triage, basic crisis intervention, drug and alcohol out-patient treatment, information and referral, non-profit administration, and basic administrative support. Willamette Neighborhood Housing Services Target Population: Local neighborhoods needing rehabilitation Mission: Their mission is to improve lives and strengthen communities through quality affordable housing, homeownership, economic opportunity, and community partnerships. We believe that a commitment to diversity, economic justice, and opportunity is key to a vital community. Phone Number: (541) 752-7220 or (800) 403-0957 Address: 2797 NW 9th Street; Corvallis, OR 97330 Website: www.w-nhs.org What Interns do at this Site: Appropriate for anyone interested in grass-roots community planning - facilitate communication among the various committees; research and share information; work with public relations committee. Work Unlimited – Work Unlimited Supported Living Program Target Population: Low income mentally ill, developmentally disabled, frail, and/or elderly Mission: To provide vocational training and residential services to individuals with developmental disabilities Phone Number: 541-738-8552 or 541-231-1852 Address: 408 SW Monroe Ave, Corvallis, OR 97333 Website: http://www.workunlimited.org/ What Interns do at this Site: Assists the program manager in assessing, planning, and implementing and evaluating programs for client social activities which are multi-faceted, meet functional needs, and reflect interests of clients. Functions may include: conducting intake of persons seeking assistance: performing an assessment of needs; completing data entry, forms, vouchers, and reports; rendering services based upon need and availability of resources; performing basic clerical functions; and developing social activities or leading groups
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