Practicum Student Intern

AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM (School Year) Homework help & tutoring Literacy & math support Social-emotional mentoring Creative arts & recreation Nutritious meals Positive youth development SUMMER CAMP (6 Weeks) Daily enrichment activities STEM, arts, & recreation Field trips Team-building & character development Nutritious meals Supportive relationships IDEAL FOR STUDENTS IN Early Childhood Education Child Development Elementary or Secondary Education Social Work Counseling Psychology Human Services Family Studies Youth Development Nutrition / Dietetics Culinary Arts / Cooking Recreational Therapy WHAT YOU’LL DO Mentor children & teens Provide academic support Lead crafts, STEM, or recreation Assist with meal prep & nutrition education Facilitate therapeutic recreation Build positive, consistent relationships Participate in supervision & team meetings Practicum Roles

1. Youth Mentoring & Discipleship Build relationships with children and teens Model Christ-like compassion and character Support social-emotional development Encourage spiritual growth through conversation and example
2. Academic Support Homework help Literacy and math tutoring Small-group academic enrichment
3. Program Leadership Lead crafts, STEM activities, games, or devotionals Assist with group management Support daily program flow
4. Nutrition & Culinary Support Assist in planning and preparing nutritious meals Teach simple cooking skills to youth Support food-based enrichment activities Model healthy eating habits
5. Recreational Therapy & Enrichment Lead structured recreation activities Support movement-based or sensory-friendly programming Facilitate group games, team-building, or therapeutic play Help design inclusive recreational experiences
6. Family & Community Engagement Observe family interactions (when appropriate) Assist with resource referrals Participate in case discussions with staff Learning Objectives Students will be able to: Apply trauma-informed, faith-based approaches to youth work Demonstrate effective mentoring and relational ministry Support academic and developmental growth Facilitate recreation, arts, or nutrition-based activities Practice ethical and professional boundaries Understand the needs of families experiencing poverty and instability Supervision and Evaluation MPM provides: A qualified practicum supervisor Weekly supervision Midterm and final evaluations Documentation of hours and competencies Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Model Christ-Like Faith Build strong healthy relationships with children and their families Further the MPM Mission and Vision Maintain God-honoring behaviors Reinforce and support community engagement, service and lifelong learning Construct and teach lessons on life skills Provide wrap-around services for students that include parents/guardians to understand how best to serve students. Utilize and adhere to the designated schedule Exercise time management and management skills Participate in regularly scheduled meetings Maintain a clean work area Participate in skits and performances Meet with OST Program Director | Academic Coordinator Qualifications Current undergraduate or graduate student in Social Work, Education, Counseling, Youth Ministry, or related human services fields. Strong desire to serve vulnerable, at-risk youth grades K-12 and comfort working within a faith-based, Christian ministry environment. Ability to pass all standard Pennsylvania background checks, including Act 33 (Child Abuse), Act 34 (Criminal Record), and FBI Clearances, mandated reporter certification, Annual Disclosure Report, food services certification, first aid and safety training required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, active listening, patience, and emotional maturity when engaging with children and teens. Ability to work effectively with diverse families, community members, and ministry staff. Diplomatic approach to problem solving, time management and ability to take initiative in project completion. Demonstrated knowledge of working with at-risk youth, and/or counseling.