BHSN
Healthy Families New York Intern
22 US Oval, Plattsburgh, NY 12903
On-site · Internship
First seen by offpeak October 5, 2026
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Your role at BHSN:
Behavioral Health Services North (BHSN) is seeking a motivated and compassionate individual to join our Healthy Families New York (HFNY) program as an Unpaid Intern. This internship provides hands-on experience in supporting families, promoting child health and development, and learning evidence-based home visiting practices under the guidance of experienced HFNY staff.
Work schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm with some flexibility needed on weekends or evenings (Not on a regular basis)
What you will do:
- Observe and assist in home visits and family support activities.
- Support documentation and data entry in compliance with HFNY program standards.
- Participate in team meetings, trainings, and program development initiatives.
- Assist with outreach, engagement, and resource coordination for families.
- Gain exposure to public health, child development, and family support practices.
- Participate in every event for families, supporting the team in the planning and delivery of activities
- Have weekly supervision sessions
What we are looking for:
- Current enrollment in a relevant degree program (e.g., Social Work, Human Services, Public Health, Psychology, or related field).
- Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work with families in diverse communities.
- Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Willingness to learn and follow program protocols.
- Self-Starter, motivated and able to complete tasks in a timely manner
What’s in it for you:
- Hands-on experience in a nationally recognized family support program.
- Mentorship from experienced HFNY staff.
- Networking and professional development opportunities in behavioral health and family services.
- Experience to strengthen future career or graduate school applications.
Additional Information:
- This is an unpaid internship; academic credit may be arranged depending on your institution.
- Flexible schedule with a commitment of at least 32 hours per week.
- Location: 22 US Oval Suite 45. Plattsburgh, NY. Home visitors travel to various locations in the community
Behavioral Health Services North (BHSN) is committed to providing equitable opportunities and a welcoming environment for all interns.
JOIN A WORKPLACE WHERE YOU BELONG BHSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and champions Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion across all levels of the organization. We are committed to ensuring every team member can be their authentic self and thrive both personally and professionally. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), ethnicity, color, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, arrest or conviction record, domestic violence survivor status, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status, or any other factor protected by law.