Social Work Intern, 2-1-1

Akron, OHPosted Aug 4, 2026

Job description

Social Work Intern, 2-1-1 (Summer/Fall or Spring/Winter

  • Unpaid) PURPOSE OF POSITION: To assist individuals seeking services through 2-1-1 in navigating available community resources. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Community Resource Navigation: Receives and responds to incoming 2-1-1 calls, individuals, families, and community organizations seeking assistance. Collects basic data on the caller, provides appropriate referrals to available services, and documents all demographic information, unmet needs, and referrals provided. Completes screening and appointment scheduling as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of human services field preferred Experience and interest in providing excellent customer service required. Ability to navigate between and utilize a variety of computer applications simultaneously. Flexible and adaptable to organization scheduling requirements. Competent in MS Office products. Commitment to excellence and passion for the mission of United Way of Summit & Medina.

COMPETENCIES & SOFT SKILLS: Initiative Relationship-Oriented Teamwork and Collaboration Mission-Focused Professionalism Change Management Performance Improvement OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Ability to pass pre-employment testing including background check, drug, and alcohol screen. Valid driver license and proof of insurance.

Access to reliable insured automobile to be used for work-related travel in Summit & Medina County area. Less than 5% of Travel UWSM is committed to building and sustaining a workplace that represents our community in all its richness and variety. Join us to make a difference! If you require alternative methods of application or screening, please reach out to United Way of Summit & Medina direct by emailing careers@uwsummitmedina.

org or calling our main line: 330-762-7601.

Description copied from United Way of Summit & Medina's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

More jobs at United Way of Summit & Medina

See all openings at United Way of Summit & Medina

More jobs in Akron

See all jobs in Akron