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State of Michigan Division of Victim Services Intern in Lansing, Michigan
Division of Victim Services Intern
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Division of Victim Services Intern
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Internship - Non Paid
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
MDHHS-4308VictimServiceIntern
Department
Health and Human Services - Counties
Opening Date
05/30/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Bargaining Unit
N/A
Description
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Job Description
We are now accepting internship applications
The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.
Intern Responsibilities / Projects:
Initiating contact with Court Administrators to determine if unclaimed restitution, criminal assessments are being collected and if so, where and how they are being distributed to increase compliance with mandated reporting and submission of both to the Crime Victims Fund.
Outreach to Circuit, District, and probate courts to form relationships with the court administrators and clerks in each court to create a streamlined process to ensure compliance amongst the courts with the statute.
Training courts on the assessment reporting application to increase confidence amongst the courts with the use of the program
MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.
Required Education and Experience
At the time of internship, must be currently enrolled in a undergraduate or graduate program in the following: Social Work, Psychology, criminal justice, or Human Services.
Hours:
25-40 hours a week
Materials:
The intern will be provided necessary resources, materials and documents to ensure acclimation to the role. A computer will be provided and an office space dependent upon the intern’s location.
Alternate Education and Experience
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
Preferred Skills:
Computer skills
Attention to detail
Experience working with courts
Knowledge of the court systems of Michigan
Additional Requirements and Information
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) does not discriminate against any individual or group because of race, religion, age, national origin, color, height, weight, marital status, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political beliefs, or disability.
State of Michigan unpaid Intern positions do not include a comprehensive benefits plan.
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We are currently placing for Summer/ Fall 2022 semester. Are you available to begin your internship this Summer?
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Are you currently enrolled in a undergraduate or graduate program pursuing one of the following?: A bachelor's or master's degree with a major in one of the following: Social Work, Psychology, criminal justice
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No
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Current Academic Institution:
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Major/Minor Field:
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Expected Graduation Date:
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Faculty Advisor Name:
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Faculty Advisor Contact Information (Email & Phone):
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Has your field coordinator reviewed your application?
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How many hours can you work per week?
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How many hours does your academic institution require? Please note, you must be pursuing a qualifying degree and obtaining academic credit for your internship in order to be considered. Failure to include this information could result in your application being screened out.
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I authorize and understand that a background and reference check will be conducted and am willing to send a copy of my driver license and social security card if selected.
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No
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Please enter your driver's license or identification number. If you currently possess a driver's license from a state other than Michigan, you will need to attach a 2 year driving record from that state in order to move forward with this process.
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Have you ever been convicted of misdemeanor?
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If you answered yes to the question above, please list all convictions and dates of offenses. If you answered No, please enter N/A.
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Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
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If you answered yes to the question above, please list all convictions and dates of offenses. If you answered No, please enter N/A.
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As a State of Michigan Intern, I agree to follow all departmental and state policies. This is my acknowledgment.
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To receive academic credit through my college/university, I understand that it is my responsibility to coordinate the process. This is my acknowledgement.
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I understand this is a non-paid internship.
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No
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* Do you have the ability to work from home, including home internet service? OR Are you willing to purchase home internet service if hired?
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No
Required Question
Agency
State of Michigan
Department
Health and Human Services - Counties
Address
See Posting Above for Contact Informati
Office of Human Resources
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