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Recognized as the #1 Best Company To Work for In New York, YAI Network is an award-winning, nationally acclaimed network of not-for-profit health and human services agencies dedicated to building brighter futures for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities of all ages and their families. We serve individuals, families, and communities in the NYC metropolitan area, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Rockland, Orange, and Sullivan Counties within New York State. The most recent additions to our network include services to New Jersey and Puerto Rico. Our full range of services include early intervention, pre-school, family supports, day treatment and day habilitation programs, employment training and placement, clinical and residential services, as well as recreation and camping services.

RECENT AWARDS:
Proud recipients of the following awards:
- New York State Society for Human Resource Management (NYS SHRM)
#1 Best Company to Work For in New York Award
- American Psychological Association's National Psychologically Healthy Workplace Award


An excellent internship opportunity for college students to supplement your curriculum in health, human/social services, gerontology or related field of study. Obtain intensive training and hands-on experience with seniors who have developmental disabilities and are being given the opportunity to live independent and productive lives in community group homes. Join our dynamic team teaching daily and independent living skills, providing individual and group counseling, and promoting community integration. Receive the supports of a professional and interdisciplinary team, and a supervisor who will guide you through the various roles of a counselor and provide opportunities for your personal and professional growth.

LOCATIONS:
Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Rockland, or Bergen County, NJ.

REQUIREMENTS:
* Must be in college pursuing a related major to health and human/social services e.g. psychology, human services, gerontology, sociology, social work, health sciences
* Desire to work with the developmentally disabled population

This is an unpaid internship opportunity for college credit or interest only.

For more information about YAI Network please visit www.yai.org.
EOE

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