Job Description

Program Overview

Our Homecare Agency Internship Program gives students hands-on exposure to client care coordination, public homecare initiatives, and community outreach. This program is ideal for students pursuing public health, social work, nursing, or homecare administration.

In the Office:

Assist with scheduling and client-caregiver matching.

Support case managers and observe coordination of care.

Maintain client records and assist with compliance.

Collect and analyze client satisfaction surveys.

In the Community:

Participate in health fairs, YMCA/community events, and outreach programs.

Shadow caregiver visits (HIPAA-permitting).

Conduct follow-up calls and surveys.

Distribute wellness resources and connect with local partners.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the program, interns will:

Understand how a homecare agency operates.

Gain knowledge of public homecare challenges in aging communities.


Build professional communication and outreach skills.


Strengthen leadership, organizational, and teamwork abilities.

Program Features

Orientation & Training (HIPAA, compliance, safety)

Weekly Assignments (office + outreach mix)

Mentorship & Supervision (weekly check-ins)

Final Project - Reflection presentation: "What I Learned in Homecare"

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a degree program in Public Health, Social Work, Nursing, Health Administration, or a related field

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated interest in community health and homecare services

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented

Basic computer proficiency (Google Workspace)

Prior volunteer or caregiving experience (preferred but not required)

Job Tags

Work at office, Local area

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