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Field Directory

This field directory consists of approved agencies that may serve as field placements for social work students. This directory will be updated on a continual basis. Each agency summary includes the agency name, website, and contact information, whether they are accepting juniors, seniors or both, a brief summary of the services provided, a list of potential student intern tasks, and other pertinent information that students should consider during the selection process. Students should not reach out to any of the agencies prior to receiving approval from the Social Work Department to move forward with agency interviews.

Students who will hold a Liberty University leadership role (e.g. Resident Assistant, Resident Shepherds, Community Group Leaders, etc.) while completing field hours need to consider that that LU student reporting requirements may conflict with community agency client confidentiality requirements. Therefore, we recommend you keeping this in mind when selecting local agencies.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Child protective services / adoption and foster care 6

Appomattox Department of Social Services: Family Service Unit 6

Bedford Department of Social Services: Family Service Unit 7

DePaul Community Resources: Child and Family Services Division 10

Lynchburg Department of Human Services: Foster Care and Adoptions Unit 11

Miller Home for Girls 13

Patrick Henry: Safe Families 15

Other: students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks. The agency does not pay for these background checks. ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES 16

Bedford Department of Social Services: Family Service Unit 17

Lynchburg Department of Human Services: Adult Services Unit 18

Prince Edward Co. Department of Social Services: Adult Protective Services Unit 20

Employment & Training Services 21

Goodwill Industries of the Valleys: Workforce Development 21

Medical Social Work 22

Centra Lynchburg General Hospital:Emergency Room (Community Access Network) 22

Centra Virginia Alliance for Community Living, Inc. 24

Centra Virginia Baptist Hospital: Adult Psychiatric Unit 25

Refugee Services 29

Commonwealth Catholic Charities: Refugee Resettlement Office 29

Youth Development Services 31

Family Service of Roanoke Valley Youth Development Program 31

Domestic Violence Services 33

Bedford County Department of Social Services: Domestic Violence Services 33

Total Action for Progress 35

YWCA of Central Virginia: Sexual Assault Response Network 36

YWCA of Central Virginia: Domestic Violence Shelter 37

Services for Homeless Population 39

Miriam's House 39

Rescue Mission of Roanoke 41

Behavioral/Mental health services 42

Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg 42

Centra Bridges Treatment Center 44

Centra PACE: A Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly 46

DePaul Community Resources: Developmental Disability Services 48

Patrick Henry: Boys and Girls Homes 49

Patrick Henry: Homes of Hope 51

Support Systems, Inc. 52

School-Based Services 55

Hempfield School District 55

Lynchburg City School District 57

Out-of-State Internship Programs 59

Chicago Semester 59

Liberty University Washington Fellowship 61

International Placements 62

Best Semester International Program 62

Human trafficking services 64

The Lighthouse Community Center of Lynchburg 64

maternal health services 66

Motherhood Collective 66

Child protective services / adoption and foster care

Appomattox Department of Social Services: Family Service Unit

(Juniors and Seniors)

Please note that there is only a social worker that can supervise Juniors at this agency. Senior students will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.

318 Court St, Appomattox, VA

434-352-7125 x 130

Agency Field Coordinator: Tammy Callen Tammy.Callen@dss.

Field Instructors: Susan Hunter, BSW Susan.Hunter@dss.

Services: Agency services include: Foster Care, Adoption, Resources families, Child Protective Services, Prevention Services, Services Intake, Employment Program; Adult Services and Adult Protective Services.

Job Description: Student tasks could include shadowing Family Service Workers in each of the units on home visits, interviews, and court. Students may also assist workers with data field documentation, home studies, and home assessment intakes for foster families. On Thursdays, students will have the opportunity to observe in court.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks as well as fingerprinting, which are all completed through the agency.

Bedford Department of Social Services: Family Service Unit

(Juniors only)

119 East Main Street, Bedford VA 24523

(540) 586-7750 x2266



Agency Field Coordinator: Denise Kennedy Denise.Kennedy@dss.

Field Instructors: Timothy Heck, BSW; Tammy Venables, BSW; and Gretchen Vannoy, BSW

Services: The Family Services Unit is supervised by the Family Services Manager and has four (4) Family Services Supervisors. The unit is responsible for Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Prevention, Foster Care/Adoption, and Community Resource Services/Service Intake.

Job Description: Student tasks could include shadowing Family Service Workers in each of the units on home visits, interviews, court and hospital visits. Students may also assist workers with dictating interviews onto the computer, filing cases, shredding case files, filing court orders, returning phone calls.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks as well as a DMV check, which are all completed through the agency.

Campbell County Social Services

(Juniors and Seniors)

69 Kabler Lane, Rustburg, VA 24588

434-592-9585

co.campbell.va

Agency Field Coordinator: April Clark April.clark@dss. 434-332-9737

Please note that there is no social worker at this agency. Students will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.

Services: The focus of social work services is to strengthen a family’s or individual’s ability to be self-sufficient and independent, to avoid inappropriate institutional placements and to provide protection for those persons unable to protect themselves. Certain social work services are based solely on need and not on income eligibility. Social work services include: Adult Protective Services (APS) and Adult Services, Child Care, Child Protective Services (CPS), Employment Services, Foster Care, Housing Choice Voucher Program, Medicaid/FAMIS, and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Units under the

Job Description: Interns will be able to attend and conduct home visits, support service intake, monitor the benefit application/ interview process, schedule appointments, view and enter client data into specified systems, attend community meetings (Family Partnership Meeting (FPM), Virginia Enhanced Maintenance Assessment Tool (VEMAT), FAPT, etc. Seniors will be assigned cases to lead.

Others: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are all completed through the agency. Students are responsible for obtaining and submitting a DMV check.

DePaul Community Resources: Child and Family Services Division

(Juniors and Seniors)

4859 Waterlick Road Suite A through D Forest, VA 24551

(434) 455-3727



Agency Field Coordinator: Elizabeth Nelms lnelms@

Field Instructor: Sherry Gearheart, MSW sgearheart@

Services: DePaul Community Resources provides adoption preparation and recruitment, post-adoptive support, foster care, and developmental disabilities support, including day support, group homes, and host homes.

Job Description: Students will complete their internship engage in the following: attendance at agency/community professional training; transport of children to parent visits, counseling, and other appointments; case management; supervision of family visits (birth family); home visits; attendance at IEP, family planning, and treatment planning; development of treatment plans and other paperwork; pre- and post-adoption preparation and support for child and family and; completion of paperwork to expedite adoption finalization process.

Other: Although the student will be working in the Forest, VA location, the student must be willing to travel to the location of where the field instructor is (Roanoke) once/week for supervision. Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks and DMV checks, which are completed through the agency. Students also must provide proof of car insurance. Interns have access to agency cars, but may use personal vehicles at times (rare).

Lynchburg Department of Human Services: Foster Care and Adoptions Unit

(Juniors and Seniors)

99 9th Street Lynchburg, VA 24504

(434) 455-5850



Field Instructor: April Watson, MSW April.Watson@

Services: The Department of Human Services is a public social services agency providing a variety of financial benefits and mandated services to the public. Services include foster care/adoption and ancillary services (foster and adoptive home recruitment, training, and licensure, independent living services to older foster youth), adult protective and ongoing services, and child protective services/family preservation and foster care prevention (including parenting classes, support groups), and self-sufficiency programs including child care subsidy, employment and work readiness classes. Benefits programs include Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, and Energy Assistance Programs.

Job Description: Job tasks will vary greatly depending on which unit the internship is in and the needs at the time, as well as the aptitude and experience level of the student intern. Student will learn the foster care timeline and case management skills. Student will complete home visits that focus on safety, permanency, and well-being of the child. Additionally, student will learn about the different placements available to foster children and determine which placement best suits the child. Student will learn about services provided in the area and will learn how to make appropriate referrals for services. Students will attend Family Assessment and Planning Team (FAPT) meetings, Family Partnership Meetings, foster-care reviews, permanency planning, court staffing and court trials, and Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. Students may also receive their own caseload and will travel monthly to visit a child and foster family on their caseload. Students may also learn to write services plans, file paperwork, document monthly visits and team meetings, write transitional living plans, and request grant funding. Students will work closely with various professionals including Guardian Ad Litems (GALs) and Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs). Finally, the student will become knowledgeable about the Online Automated Services Information System (OASIS) and case documentation. 

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are completed through the agency.

Miller Home for Girls

(Juniors only)

2134 Westerly Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24501

(434) 845-0241



Agency Field Coordinator: Morgan Kane

mbkane@

Please note that there is no social worker at this agency. Students will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.

Services: The Mission of Miller Home is to provide short or long term care and guidance to girls, ages four through twenty-one, who cannot live with their families.  Miller Home seeks to provide these services within a supportive, non-institutional environment, which encourages each girl to grow and develop to her highest potential.  It is the goal of Miller Home to assist its residents in becoming responsible productive citizens.

Job Description: Interns work directly with Miller Home residents in a capacity that benefits Miller Home residents and is approved by the Executive Director or Program Director. Interns may be with residents without staff supervision including outings away from Miller Home. Interns must comply with any agreed upon arrangements such as dates and times the volunteer will work and their specific duties including the resident remaining under their direct supervision at all times. Basic intern duties include: supervising youth in all activities, daily logging on individual youth activities, reading and logging in staff log book, planning and teaching group activities, writing discharge reports, learning and executing the intake process, and individual discussions with youth to provide supportive counseling.

Interns must exhibit a positive attitude and exhibit appropriate behavior while volunteering as they are a role model for residents, must keep a professional relationship with staff and clients at all times, and must report any significant issues or events that occur while with a resident and maintain contact with the Program Director.

Other: This agency requires students to commit to completing an internship through the entire semester. Background checks are required for any intern who is alone with residents on a regular basis. The fee is $46.00.

Patrick Henry: Safe Families

(Juniors and Seniors)

1621 Enterprise Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502

Please note that although there is a social worker at this agency and the agency is open to considering multiple student placements, students may still need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.



Field Instructor: Robert Day, MSW

Main Contact: Ruby Caskey, Family Coach Supervisor rcaskey@ (434) 239-6892 X605

Services: Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes provide a loving, family environment built on Christian values where children (ages 6-17) can feel safe, build confidence, and find hope for the future.  The residential care program welcomes children from different walks of life who need time away from their homes of origin. Residents need a structured and safe environment for many reasons: choices they have made, disruption in their family, or their home no longer being the healthiest environment.  At Patrick Henry, the children receive skills to prepare them for successful transition into adulthood.

Job Description: Student intern tasks may include attending trainings for volunteers as well as Host Family trainings and teleconferences, accompanying family coach supervisor when approving host families and family coaches with home studies, helping with the client fingerprinting process, connecting or referring clients to community agencies to address needs, setting up files for host families and volunteers to be sure they have followed all requirements, supporting the coordination of the Foster Hope Conference, fundraising campaigns, and securing donations. Student interns may also complete office administration tasks to support report preparation for a pilot program. This might include copying, printing, revising policies, entering data for the families we are hosting etc.

Other: For continuity of services, interns must commit to a full semester internship. Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks. The agency does not pay for these background checks.

ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES

Bedford Department of Social Services: Family Service Unit

(Juniors and Seniors)

119 East Main Street, Bedford VA 24523

(540) 586-7750 x2266



Agency Field Coordinator: Denise Kennedy Denise.Kennedy@dss.

Field Instructor: Noelle Guill, BSW, Timothy Heck, BSW, and Andrew Crawford, LCSW

Services: The Family Services Unit is supervised by the Family Services Manager and has four (4) Family Services Supervisors. The unit is responsible for Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Prevention, Foster Care/Adoption, and Community Resource Services/Service Intake.

Job Description: Student tasks could include shadowing Family Service Workers in each of the units on home visits, interviews, court and hospital visits. Students may also assist workers with dictating interviews onto the computer, filing cases, shredding case files, filing court orders, returning phone calls.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks as well as a DMV check, which are all completed through the agency.

Lynchburg Department of Human Services: Adult Services Unit

(Juniors only)

99 9th Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504

(434) 455-5850



Field Instructor: Amy Hatcher, MSW Amy.Hatcher@

Services: The Department of Human Services is a public social services agency providing a variety of financial benefits and mandated services to the public. Services include foster care/adoption and ancillary services (foster and adoptive home recruitment, training, and licensure, independent living services to older foster youth), adult protective and ongoing services, and child protective services/family preservation and foster care prevention (including parenting classes, support groups), and self-sufficiency programs including child care subsidy, employment and work readiness classes. Benefits programs include Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, and Energy Assistance Programs.

Job Description: Adult protective Services/Adult Services provide both the elderly and adults with disabilities with needed assistance, outreach and case management services. The work involves obtaining information and investigating complaints of alleged abuse, neglect, or exploitation of adults with disabilities and the elderly; and participating in taking corrective action. Types of tasks completed include: accompanying caseworkers on home visits, assessing client needs for degree and priority of services and development of service plans, monitoring service plans to ensure the needs of the elderly or adults with disabilities are being met, and preparing and maintaining documentation. Job Tasks may vary depending on the aptitude and experience level of the student intern.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are completed through the agency.

Feedback from Past Interns: “At almost any internship, there are tasks that are changing, and at my time at APS, there were things that were constantly being shifted around. So be prepared for this. All the workers there are friendly, and they are willing to answer questions. So don’t be afraid to dive in quickly to get to know everyone.”

Prince Edward Co. Department of Social Services: Adult Protective Services Unit

(Juniors only)

111 South Street, 1st Floor

Farmville, VA 23901

(434) 392-3113



Field Instructor: Ashley Bowles, BSW (434) 547-4193 ashley.bowles@dss.

Services: Prince Edward County Department of Social Services offers Child Protective Services (CPS), Foster Care, Prevention, Adult Protective Services (APS), Adult Services, Uniform Assessment Instrument Screenings, Mandated Reporter Training, CPS and APS Training, Assisted Living Facilities/Nursing Facility Placement, and Benefits Services.

Job Description: Students will engage in all service areas, make home visits, be introduced to Adult Services and Adult Protective Services, the Online Automated Services Information System (OASIS), participate in Family Partnership meetings, have face-to-face and phone interaction or contact with clients, access files, observe court hearings, and see a case from beginning to end.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are completed through the agency. Agency vehicles are available for use. DMV records need to be provided before use is allowed.

Employment & Training Services

Goodwill Industries of the Valleys: Workforce Development

(Juniors and Seniors)

Seniors will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.

1516 Florida Avenue, Lynchburg VA 24501

(434) 455-5940



Field Instructor: Esther Yost, BSW (434) 455-5940 ext. 151 eyost@

Services: Goodwill Industries of the Valleys (Workforce Development) offers Adults, Youth, and Dislocated Workers job seeker services to connect their skills with the local workforce. Goodwill operates the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) grant which provides funding to assist individuals with barriers to employment. Services include work readiness classes (Resume Writing, Interview Skills, Time Management, Conflict Resolution, etc.), tuition assistance, supportive services, internships, and on-the-job training.

Job Description: Students will assist the Case Manager/Career Specialist in completing Initial Assessment interviews with applicants to the WIOA YouthWorks program to determine suitability and accompanying the Case Manager to outreach events in order to bring awareness to the community about WIOA Services. Students will also become aware of policies and procedures that govern service delivery, learn what is required of individuals to become eligible for WIOA Services and collect documentation to determine eligibility. Students will document all client interactions in database according to case note requirements, provide ideas to improve Work Readiness classes, edit PowerPoints, and facilitate groups as necessary.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks and DMV checks, which are completed through the agency. Students also must provide proof of car insurance. Interns have access to agency cars, but may use personal vehicles at times (rare).

Medical Social Work

Centra Lynchburg General Hospital:Emergency Room (Community Access Network)

(Seniors only)

1901 Tate Springs Rd

Lynchburg, VA 24501





Field Instructor: Beth Ulrich, LCSW

Beth.Ulrich@centrahealth..com

Services: The Lynchburg General Hospital Emergency Room serves people who are seriously injured or ill and require immediate care. A triage process is used to prioritize emergency care and identify patients requiring medical attention according to the nature and severity of their injury or illness.

Job Description: Student tasks will include, but are not limited to, meeting with clients who frequent the emergency room to assess psychosocial needs, and provide appropriate services such as education, supportive counseling, referrals to appropriate community resources, and advocacy to address barriers to services. Students may also conduct home visits to monitor client progress and further assess needs. Students will work collaboratively with medical providers at the hospital to meet client needs. Students will participate in multi-disciplinary case staffings. The goal is to decrease the need for clients to frequent the Emergency Room to receive basic medical care.

Other: Once selected, students will need to contact OMESA, call (434) 200-6511, or email Lisa.Stewart@  for onboarding directions and forms. Centra schedules all needed appointments via this email process. Centra requests that this process begin at least 30-60 days prior to the start of any internship.

 

As part of the onboarding process you may be asked to complete the following:

• An online orientation which will be emailed to you.

• Health appointment with HealthWorks

• Badge picture appointment with Centra Security

• Background check with Human Resources

Each participating student must report to Centra Employee Health, or their designated representative at Healthworks (“Employee Health”) approximately two (2) months prior to the start date to:

• provide evidence of medical insurance, documentation of three (3) Hepatitis B vaccines (series) or titer to verify immunity, documentation of two (2) Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (“MMR”) vaccines or titer to verify immunity;

• provide documentation that he or she has received the influenza vaccine if any portion of the Assignment Period falls between December 1 and March 31 of the following year; and

• provide documentation of Tuberculin Skin Test or record of test within the last six (6) months and, if a known positive responder, provide copies of a chest x-ray performed within the last two (2) years.

• complete a one (1) page health form.

Centra Virginia Alliance for Community Living, Inc.

(Juniors only)

501 12th Street Lynchburg, VA 24505



Field Instructor: Kimberly Towler, BSW (Care Manager)

434-385-9070

ktowler@

Agency Field Coordinator: Cheryl Murphy-Anderson (Director of Social Services Programs)

canderson@

Services: Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living, Inc. connects older adults, caregivers, and person with disabilities to the services they need to remain independent. Through advocacy, counseling and direct services we provide access to the supports necessary to live with dignity in the environment of their choice.

Job Description: The care management intern will observe the CVACL, Inc. Care Management practices in the field, receive and handle client referrals, assess client needs, and obtain necessary service for the client. Interns will accompany Care Management staff into the field and assist with: (1) performing in-home assessments to determine client's needs and available resources to meet those needs; (2) developing individualized care plans; coordinate services, and follow-up on service referrals to ensure appropriate service delivery without gap or duplication; (3) providing resource information and referral to clients as needed; (4) linking clients to other service providers when appropriate and necessary; (5) completing client file documentation as outlined in the Care Management Policy and Procedure Manual; (6) completing and presenting client cases to weekly case management meetings; (7) and preparing all reports and data as necessary and related to the tasks outlined above.

Other: Students will need to pay for and submit a criminal/child abuse background check, substance abuse test, and DMV check.

Centra Virginia Baptist Hospital: Adult Psychiatric Unit

(Juniors and Seniors)

3300 Rivermont Ave

Lynchburg, VA 24503

434-200-4444

Field Instructor: Tiffany Boydoh, BSW

Tiffany.boydoh@centrahealth..com

Seniors will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor. Please note that this Unit requires students to complete SOWK 150 shadowing at this agency as a prerequisite for applying for an internship here.

Services: The Adult Psychiatry Unit at Virginia Baptist Hospital provides acute inpatient psychiatric care for adults ages 18-65. The average length of stay at Adult Psychiatry is about 4-7 days. During this period of time the patients participate in group therapy, individual counseling, medication management, discharge planning, and various other treatment modalities. As an interdisciplinary team, the staff at Adult Psychiatry work to establish individualized treatment plans for each patient to ensure smooth transitions back into the community.

Job Description: Students will assist in completing tasks that are assigned to the unit social worker. These tasks will include, but are not limited to, assessing the psychosocial needs of each patient and developing treatment goals, obtaining collateral information from third parties, assisting patients and caregivers in identifying and utilizing information and services from community resources, Child Protective Services/Adult Protective Services reporting, and attending TDO/Commitment hearings. Students will also have the opportunity to observe individual and family therapy and co-lead groups as appropriate.

Other: Once selected, students will need to contact OMESA, call (434) 200-6511, or email Lisa.Stewart@  for onboarding directions and forms. Centra schedules all needed appointments via this email process. Centra requests that this process begin at least 30-60 days prior to the start of any internship.

 

As part of the onboarding process you may be asked to complete the following:

• An online orientation which will be emailed to you.

• Health appointment with HealthWorks

• Badge picture appointment with Centra Security

• Background check with Human Resources

Each participating student must report to Centra Employee Health, or their designated representative at Healthworks (“Employee Health”) approximately two (2) months prior to the start date to:

• provide evidence of medical insurance, documentation of three (3) Hepatitis B vaccines (series) or titer to verify immunity, documentation of two (2) Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (“MMR”) vaccines or titer to verify immunity;

• provide documentation that he or she has received the influenza vaccine if any portion of the Assignment Period falls between December 1 and March 31 of the following year; and

• provide documentation of Tuberculin Skin Test or record of test within the last six (6) months and, if a known positive responder, provide copies of a chest x-ray performed within the last two (2) years.

• complete a one (1) page health form.

Free Clinic of Central Virginia

(Seniors only)

1016 Main Street

Lynchburg VA 24504

434-847-5866



Agency Field Coordinator: Sylvia Smith SSMith@

External Field Instructor: Linda Edwards, MSW, LCSW mlindaedwards@

Services: The Free Clinic of Central Virginia provides quality primary medical, specialty medical, dental, pharmacy and behavioral health services to uninsured and underinsured adults.

Job Description: Job tasks can include developing a health-related social needs assessment to identify needs and to assist in making internal and external referrals to patient navigators, case managers, LCSW’s and/or psychiatrists. Students will provide social work services, linking patients with chronic medical, social and behavioral health needs with appropriate services; assist patients in identifying and eliminating obstacles to positive health outcomes; provide coaching, advocacy, and support to patients making lifestyle changes to address chronic health conditions. Students will have an active role in the patient discharge process by meeting with patients to go over any medication, instruction, or referrals the doctor has ordered, and specify reasons to go to the ER or come to the Free Clinic. Students will also track and complete follow-up for referred patients, to ensure patient’s make and keep appointments and to provide additional services for chronic disease management.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are completed through the agency.

Refugee Services

Commonwealth Catholic Charities: Refugee Resettlement Office

(Seniors)

820 Campbell Avenue SW Roanoke, VA  24016

(540) 342-7561



Agency Field Coordinator: Laura Murphy laura.murphy@

Please note that there is no social worker at this agency. Students will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.

Services: Commonwealth Catholic Charities has worked to alleviate human suffering and restore hope, dignity, and opportunities to Virginia’s residents since 1923. The mission for CCC is to provide quality, compassionate human services to all people, especially the most vulnerable, regardless of faith. CCC’s offices in Richmond, Roanoke, Hampton Roads, Charlottesville, Petersburg and Norton serve their communities and much of the Commonwealth. It served over 36,000 people in programs last year. More than sixteen different programs serve people in various locations.

Job Description: The student will participate in the preparation for newly arrived refugees which includes: interviewing clients, conducting needs assessments, completing cultural orientations, and documenting all activities in case notes. In addition, the student will assist staff with case file/case note documentation, research community resources and work with different parts of the resettlement team. The student will spend the majority of the time assisting Case Managers, but may also assist the medical, employment and school staff if necessary.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, a DMV check, and substance abuse testing, which are completed through the agency.

If students have a personal car, they can transport clients, only if they were comfortable doing so. Otherwise, they will ride with a staff member to outside appointments.

Youth Development Services

Family Service of Roanoke Valley Youth Development Program

(Juniors and Seniors)

360 Campbell Ave., SW Roanoke, VA 24016

(540)563-5316 ext. 3030



Agency Field Coordinator: Karen Pillis (Director of Youth Development) kpillis@

Field Instructor: Sharon Jarrett Thacker, MSW (Director and CEO)

Services: Family Service of Roanoke Valley is a private, not-for-profit organization that has served Roanoke Valley residents since 1901.  Our mission is to improve life and restore hope to the most vulnerable of our neighbors, from the youngest children to the oldest adults, through prevention, counseling and support services. Family Service is a dynamic, multi-service agency helping a diverse population of clients that spans the area's economic, ethnic, and cultural divisions.  We serve the Cities of Roanoke and Salem, Counties of Bedford, Botetourt, Franklin and Roanoke, and Town of Vinton. Youth Development services are offered in schools, after-schools, and community sites throughout the valley.

Job Description: The job tasks would include supporting the prevention programs offered and the lead facilitators at the selected sites in providing two evidence based curricula, building rapport with students and offering assistance on service learning trips. Also, the student would be able to complete paperwork required in these jobs and maintain all applicable records. Additionally, they would shadow the staff including the Director of Youth Development as they attend partnership meetings, planning meetings and community groups. Interviews with other key personnel within the agency who work in social work jobs are expected. Shadowing of the professionals who work in our intervention programs including day treatment, intensive in home and community counseling and opportunities to work with the children and teens will be provided. Lesson planning and co-facilitating groups and session planning for individuals will also be expected. Juniors would be exposed to each of the job tasks but would have a more general experience but approximately the same tasks.

Domestic Violence Services

Bedford County Department of Social Services: Domestic Violence Services

(Juniors and Seniors)

P.O. Box 783, Bedford, Virginia 24523

Field Instructor: Heather A. Jones, MSW (540) 587-0970

heather.jones@dss.

Services: Domestic Violence Services provides shelter for victims of domestic violence; free, confidential 24-hour access to safety, information and referral, crisis intervention and advocacy to support individual decisions; court advocate that is available to accompany victims of domestic abuse who are requesting Protective Orders in the Bedford Court Systems; follow-up services to victims involved in domestic disputes referred through the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office, the Town of Bedford Police Department or Bedford Department of Social Services; a Healthy Relationship Teen Prevention Program; education on the dynamics of domestic violence, supportive counseling surrounding domestic violence relationships and case management services to victims; and community education and public awareness that fosters access to domestic violence crisis services for all community members and which expresses a zero tolerance for domestic violence. Services are provided free of charge to victims of domestic violence and their children without regard to race, ethnicity, age, national origin, religion, physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, and parental or birth status.

Job Description: Students would work the court advocate and the DV counselor and assist with providing case management, crisis intervention and services for shelter residents. Students will also be involved in co-leading a group, assisting with fundraising activities as appropriate, assisting with needs assessments and development of case plans, assisting with offering education, referrals and supportive counseling to shelter residents, assisting with documenting case notes in the case management system, and participating in the agency’s community education and public awareness efforts as appropriate.

Other: This internship may require evening hours as groups are only offered during the evening. Students will need to complete a criminal/child abuse background check and a DMV check, the costs of which the agency will cover. Students will also need a car to drive to the court house for court accompaniment/advocacy.

Total Action for Progress

(Juniors and Seniors)

Roanoke Higher Education Center

108 N. Jefferson St., Suite 509, Roanoke, VA 24016

540-767-6222



Field Instructor: Nick Kline, MSW nick.kline@

Services: Total Action for Progress is a 50-year-old community action organization providing a range of services to low-income individuals in Southwestern Virginia. TAP helps individuals and families achieve economic and personal independence through education, employment, affordable housing, and safe and healthy environments.

Job Description: Students will assist in creating and delivering workshops and mini-lessons for clients, assisting staff in organizing and chaperoning field trips and community service learning opportunities, maintaining client files, assisting clients in completing required paperwork, assist clients with GED and SOL preparation, mentoring clients, assisting staff with group counseling sessions, clerical support. The tasks are similar for both juniors and seniors, though typically the more substantive tasks are led by a senior.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are completed through the agency. Any transportation to out of the office locations will be provided by staff.

YWCA of Central Virginia: Sexual Assault Response Network

(Juniors and Seniors)

Downtown Lynchburg

Call for location

(434) 847-7751



Please note that there is no social worker at this agency. Students will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.

Main Contact: Caitlin Fetterman, 434-528-1041

Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program Manager cfettermanywca@

Agency Field Coordinator:

Lindsey Scott, 434-947-7422

Executive Director lscottywca@

Services: The YWCA of Central Virginia is dedicated to empowering women and eliminating racism within our community. The YWCA has five programs: Domestic Violence Prevention Center, Sexual Assault Response Program, Transitional Housing, YW Leads, and Racial Justice.

Job Description: Interns are responsible for a variety of tasks. Interns are required to completed 26 hours of classroom and webinar training prior to the start of their internship, this is due to the fact that no direct services with victims of sexual violence can be done until classroom and webinar trainings are completed. During the internship, the intern will provide on-call coverage to the Lynchburg General Hospital Emergency Room for four 6-hour shifts a month, as well as the one required day in office. SARP requires that interns serve at minimum of four primary victims of sexual violence in the emergency room. Additionally, interns are required to accompany a Victim Advocate to 1-2 criminal justice proceedings, this can include criminal court, protective order hearings, or meetings with law enforcement or prosecutors. Lastly, interns will be required to attend one community presentation or public awareness event. Within the office setting, interns are responsible for a variety of task such as administrative work, putting together resources for victims in the emergency room, and whatever else may come up in regards to better serving victims.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are completed through the agency.

YWCA of Central Virginia: Domestic Violence Shelter

(Juniors and Seniors)

Downtown Lynchburg

Call for location



Please note that there is no social worker at this agency. Students will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.

Main Contact: Caitlin Fetterman 434-528-1041

Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program Manager cfettermanywca@

Agency Field Coordinators: Caitlin Fetterman cfettermanywca@ and Caitlyn Toliver caitlin.toliver@ 

Services: The YWCA of Central Virginia is dedicated to empowering women and eliminating racism within our community. The YWCA has five programs: Domestic Violence Prevention Center, Sexual Assault Response Program, Transitional Housing, YW Leads, and Racial Justice.

Job Description: Interns are responsible for a variety of duties such as answering the domestic violence hotline, input data, attend court with Advocates, special projects, leading support groups for children and adults and planning and coordinating events. Interns are also expected to have one-on-one meetings with residents to provide supportive counseling and assess their need for community referrals.

Other: This agency requires students to commit to completing an internship through the entire semester. Interns are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are completed through the agency. Interns are required to complete 32 hours of classroom and webinar training prior to the start of their internship. This is due to the fact that no direct services with victims of sexual violence can be done until classroom and webinar trainings are completed. Training hours will not count towards internship hours and students are required to stay the duration of the semester. 

Services for Homeless Population

Miriam's House

(Juniors only)

409 Magnolia Street, Lynchburg, VA 24503

(434) 847-1101



Field Instructors:

Kristen Nolen, MSW kristen@

Sarah Quarantotto, MSW sarah@

Services: Miriam's House is designed to end homelessness for women and families by providing them with stability and the skills to succeed in permanent housing. Miriam’s House operates two short term housing programs for homeless women and families; these include an on-site 13 unit transitional housing program and a community based rapid re-housing program. Additionally, they offer an Aftercare Support Group to families exiting homelessness in order to prevent recidivism.

Job Description: Students would be assigned to work with case managers in both programs as well as offering assistance to the aftercare support group. Students would become familiar with the available resources in the community in order to provide appropriate referrals. Students would also work directly with the administrative staff on macro social work issues including community organizing, increasing community awareness of homelessness and assisting with fundraising.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are completed through the agency.

Feedback from Past Interns: “Make the effort to go to the meetings that take place on Wednesdays or other days that are not during the specific times of your internship. Also, don't be afraid to build rapport with the clients and engage in client interactions. Ask lots of questions and study up on the population and the ways other cities work to end homelessness. I hope you enjoy it so much; it was an incredible experience!”

Rescue Mission of Roanoke

(Juniors and Seniors)

402 4th Street SE

Roanoke VA 24013

540-343-7227



Agency Field Coordinator: Susan Martin susan@

Please note that there is no social worker at this agency. Students will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.

Services: The Rescue Mission of Roanoke offers a comprehensive array of services to help people who are burdened by homelessness, disabilities, addictions and abuse. The core services include shelter, meals, clothing and medical assistance. The onsite medical clinic provides medical, dental, mental health and optical are. In addition, the Rescue Mission has a 12-month residential recovery program for men and women battling the disease of addiction.

Job Description: Interns would be trained on completing intakes and assessments, would participate in case management meetings, and would assist with the development of plans to exit homelessness for each individual guests. Interns will help with supervision of the guests, which would include children during times their parent is in a class (only happens 1-2 hours a week, in our chapel, or during meals). Interns will accompany staff to off-site meetings so that can learn the entire continuum of care in the valley. Interns would also have the opportunity to lead a class or group.

As is protocol for staff, each intern would get a full rotation/orientation to every area of the mission, including serving meals, working in our industry division and spending time in our clinic. Prior to starting their internship, students are required to come in the role of a homeless individual and spend the night, so that they get a basic understanding of who the guests are. This is also a requirement for all staff.

Behavioral/Mental health services

Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg

(Juniors and Seniors)

1101 Madison St., Lynchburg, VA 24504*

405 York St., Lynchburg, VA 24501*

(434) 846-1111



Please note that there is no social worker at this agency. Students will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.

Agency Field Coordinator: Mark Sheehan, BS (434) 384-3215

msheehan@

Services: Boys & Girls Club serves youth and adolescence aged 6-18 years of age. Its primary focus is helping members graduate from high school. This is accomplished by implementing the Targeted Outreach and Be Great Graduate evidenced based systems. For a member to graduate, they have to be prevented from getting involved in gangs, pregnancy, and drug use. The model of Boys & Girls Club incorporates education and career development, health and life skills, and leadership development.

*Boys & Girls Club has three units. The Club is located at 1101 Madison Street and is a teen-only program, serving members 14 to 18 years of age. The other two sites serve members aged 6 to 12 years old. The first unit is located at 1101 Madison Street and the second unit is the Jefferson Park Clubhouse located 405 York Street.

Job Description: Students would be implement session of the SMART Programming (Skills Mastery and Resistance Training). The SMART programming has diversified curriculum from Street SMART, SMART Girls, Passport to Manhood and SMART for ages 6-9. These programs are prevention in nature teaching members how to avoid drugs & alcohol, early sexual involvement, self-esteem building, and making positive choices.

Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg offers paid field experience opportunities. Students would have to be available to work Monday through Friday for a minimum of 20 hours and be available from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are all completed through the agency.

Centra Bridges Treatment Center

(Juniors and Seniors)

693 Leesville Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502

Field Instructor: Margaret Williams, LCSW (434) 200-5190

Margaret.Williams@

Field Instructor: Mark Bosher, LCSW (434) 200-5145

Mark.Bosher@

Services: Centra Bridges provides residential care to children ages 5-17 who suffer from long term behavioral and emotional difficulties that have resulted in out of home placement. We provide medical, nursing, educational and mental health therapies for the students in our care. Mental health therapies include individual, family and group therapy.

Job Description: Students will be placed in various parts of the program throughout each day. Students will spend some time each week in classrooms, in the cottages, and in group therapy sessions. Students will be using their ideas and creativity to submit ideas for the classroom, and cottages for activities that are developmentally appropriate and in line with Bridges’ curriculum.   There are daily groups in the cottages that are skill based that students may co-lead and contribute material and plans to.  There are also psychotherapy groups Monday-Thursday that students can observe and possibly co-lead depending on the group. Over the course of the semester, students will be observing the management of the front office, admissions and nursing, and treatment team meetings on specific children. Students will become familiar with charts: reports and assessments, treatment goals, discharge planning, and the purpose of the daily charting. Students will have brief introductions to the facility’s philosophy which encompasses Motivational Interviewing, Collaborative Problem Solving and Mandt Crisis intervention.  Students will become familiar with how to find policies that guide the treatment facility.

Other: Once selected, students will need to contact OMESA, call (434) 200-6511, or email Lisa.Stewart@  for onboarding directions and forms. Centra schedules all needed appointments via this email process. Centra requests that this process begin at least 30-60 days prior to the start of any internship.

 

As part of the onboarding process you may be asked to complete the following:

• An online orientation which will be emailed to you.

• Health appointment with HealthWorks

• Badge picture appointment with Centra Security

• Background check with Human Resources

Each participating student must report to Centra Employee Health, or their designated representative at Healthworks (“Employee Health”) approximately two (2) months prior to the start date to:

• provide evidence of medical insurance, documentation of three (3) Hepatitis B vaccines (series) or titer to verify immunity, documentation of two (2) Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (“MMR”) vaccines or titer to verify immunity;

• provide documentation that he or she has received the influenza vaccine if any portion of the Assignment Period falls between December 1 and March 31 of the following year; and

• provide documentation of Tuberculin Skin Test or record of test within the last six (6) months and, if a known positive responder, provide copies of a chest x-ray performed within the last two (2) years.

• complete a one (1) page health form.

Centra PACE: A Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly

(Juniors and Seniors)

407 Federal St. Lynchburg, VA 24504



Field Instructor: Maureen Brookes, MSW, LSW

(434) 200-6326

Maureen.Brookes@

Services: PACE is a comprehensive program for adults 55 years of age and older who meet the criteria for nursing facility placement, prefer to stay at home and have an assessment indicating that living at home with the support of the PACE program is a safe alternative. Comprehensive services are delivered by a team of professionals made up of a primary care physician, registered nurses, a master’s level social worker, health aides, transportation personnel, rehabilitation therapists, dietitians and recreation/activity personnel. The team works with participants and their families to develop a tailored plan of care which is monitored closely and updated as needed.

Job Description: Student interns will participate in the PACE interdisciplinary team’s initial assessments, care planning, and ongoing reevaluations of participant cases. Interns will provide supportive counseling to individuals and families and assist participants in obtaining community resources, including meal programs, social service benefits, housing assistance, etc. Interns will also consult with staff in other disciplines as to the relationship of social, emotional, and cultural factors to health and medical care, and as to the availability of social services in the community. Interns will have the opportunity to assist the social worker/intake coordinator with assessments in the private homes of PACE enrollees traveling within the 30-minute service area of the Center. As appropriate, interns will complete psychosocial assessments on individuals referred to PACE.

Interns will facilitate/design group activities for center participants. There may also be opportunities for macro-practice assignments relating to PACE program development, social policy, and community outreach.

Other: Once selected, students will need to contact OMESA, call 434-200-6511, or email Lisa.Stewart@ for onboarding directions and forms. Centra schedules all needed appointments via this email process. Centra requests that this process begin at least 30-60 days prior to the start of any internship.

 

As part of the onboarding process you may be asked to complete the following:

• An online orientation which will be emailed to you.

• Health appointment with HealthWorks

• Badge picture appointment with Centra Security

• Background check with Human Resources

Each participating student must report to Centra Employee Health, or their designated representative at Healthworks (“Employee Health”) approximately two (2) months prior to the start date to:

• provide evidence of medical insurance, documentation of three (3) Hepatitis B vaccines (series) or titer to verify immunity, documentation of two (2) Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (“MMR”) vaccines or titer to verify immunity;

• provide documentation that he or she has received the influenza vaccine if any portion of the Assignment Period falls between December 1 and March 31 of the following year; and

• provide documentation of Tuberculin Skin Test or record of test within the last six (6) months and, if a known positive responder, provide copies of a chest x-ray performed within the last two (2) years.

• complete a one (1) page health form.

DePaul Community Resources: Developmental Disability Services

(Juniors and Seniors)

5650 Hollins Road, Roanoke, VA 24019



Field Instructor: Susan Harrell, MSW sharrell@

Services: DePaul Community Resources provides adoption preparation and recruitment, post-adoptive support, foster care, and developmental disabilities support, including day support, group homes, and host homes.

Job Description: Students can attend training in the Developmental Disability area as well as assist in providing the training to Providers as required, assist with maintaining records as appropriate, engage with individuals and families as appropriate, and develop skills in completing reports for both the Sate and Agency requirements. Students will have the opportunity to participate in home visits with staff members.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are all completed through the agency. Students are responsible for obtaining and submitting a DMV check.

Patrick Henry: Boys and Girls Homes

(Juniors and Seniors)

860 Red Hill Rd.

Brookneal, VA 24528

(434) 376-2006



Students may still need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.

Field Instructor: Janie Mantooth jmantooth@

Main Contact: Mary Beth Burgess mburgess@

Services: Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes provide a loving, family environment built on Christian values where children (ages 6-17) can feel safe, build confidence, and find hope for the future.  The residential care program welcomes children from different walks of life who need time away from their homes of origin. Residents need a structured and safe environment for many reasons: choices they have made, disruption in their family, or their home no longer being the healthiest environment.  At Patrick Henry, the children receive skills to prepare them for successful transition into adulthood.

Job Description: Patrick Henry is currently offering opportunities for two student placements. The first opportunity is macro-focused internship. For this opportunity, students will participate in interdisciplinary meetings which include the Director of Residential Care, house parents, relief house parents, admissions counselor, case workers, education coordinator, and nurse to discuss policy and procedure, residential care needs, and other areas of consideration. Students will be involved with program development and strategic planning to help develop new programs within Patrick Henry.

The second opportunity is clinical-focused internship. For this opportunity, students will shadow caseworkers, house parents, the Residential Care Director, the Education Coordinator, and other staff to understand the interconnectedness of a residential facility. Students will become involved with the focus groups for Residential students which include discussing client care with case managers, nurse, house parents, and the Education coordinator. Students will participate in Life Skills training for residents and program participants in Homes for Hope. (Our residence for broken families who need training on how to care for their families.) Students will also assist with community outreach efforts by working with the Director to identify local Licensed Child Placing Agencies and other sources to provide information on Patrick Henry residential care. Students will participate in resident intake and placements meetings.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks. The agency does not pay for these background checks.

Patrick Henry: Homes of Hope

(Juniors and Seniors)

Students may still need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.



Field Instructor: Robert Day, MSW rday@

Main Contact: Debbie Musselman dmusselman@

Services: Patrick Henry Homes of Hope is a residential facility for young women who are pregnant and young mothers who are homeless or mothers whose children have been taken into custody because the mother is homeless or unable to provide care.

Job Description: Students interns will have the opportunity to support young moms through encouraging positive relationships with their children, providing transportation, attending court proceedings in custody cases, co-facilitate groups and teach life skills.

Support Systems, Inc.

(Juniors and Seniors)

1120 Bypass Road, Vinton, VA 24179

(540) 767-2667

Field Instructor: Tracie Cookston, MSW

tracie.e.cookston@

Services: Support Systems, Inc. works with the adult, severely mentally ill population who receive full Medicaid benefits. Support Systems, Inc. is a community-based private provider that assists an at-risk population with independence within the community.

Job Description: Students will have the opportunity of assisting with the psychosocial program, running or assisting group classes, observing clinical aspects of working in the mental health field, and assisting with documentation and organization of requirements from the Department of Medical Assistance Services and Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services.

Other: Students will need a car to get to and from the agency.

Centra Virginia Baptist Hospital: Adult Psychiatric Unit

(Juniors and Seniors)

3300 Rivermont Ave

Lynchburg, VA 24503

434-200-4444

Field Instructor: Tiffany Boydoh, BSW

Tiffany.boydoh@centrahealth..com

Seniors will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor. Please note that this Unit requires students to complete SOWK 150 shadowing at this agency as a prerequisite for applying for an internship here.

Services: The Adult Psychiatry Unit at Virginia Baptist Hospital provides acute inpatient psychiatric care for adults ages 18-65. The average length of stay at Adult Psychiatry is about 4-7 days. During this period of time the patients participate in group therapy, individual counseling, medication management, discharge planning, and various other treatment modalities. As an interdisciplinary team, the staff at Adult Psychiatry work to establish individualized treatment plans for each patient to ensure smooth transitions back into the community.

Job Description: Students will assist in completing tasks that are assigned to the unit social worker. These tasks will include, but are not limited to, assessing the psychosocial needs of each patient and developing treatment goals, obtaining collateral information from third parties, assisting patients and caregivers in identifying and utilizing information and services from community resources, Child Protective Services/Adult Protective Services reporting, and attending TDO/Commitment hearings. Students will also have the opportunity to observe individual and family therapy and co-lead groups as appropriate.

Other: Once selected, students will need to contact OMESA, call (434) 200-6511, or email Lisa.Stewart@  for onboarding directions and forms. Centra schedules all needed appointments via this email process. Centra requests that this process begin at least 30-60 days prior to the start of any internship.

 

As part of the onboarding process you may be asked to complete the following:

• An online orientation which will be emailed to you.

• Health appointment with HealthWorks

• Badge picture appointment with Centra Security

• Background check with Human Resources

Each participating student must report to Centra Employee Health, or their designated representative at Healthworks (“Employee Health”) approximately two (2) months prior to the start date to:

• provide evidence of medical insurance, documentation of three (3) Hepatitis B vaccines (series) or titer to verify immunity, documentation of two (2) Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (“MMR”) vaccines or titer to verify immunity;

• provide documentation that he or she has received the influenza vaccine if any portion of the Assignment Period falls between December 1 and March 31 of the following year; and

• provide documentation of Tuberculin Skin Test or record of test within the last six (6) months and, if a known positive responder, provide copies of a chest x-ray performed within the last two (2) years.

• complete a one (1) page health form.

School-Based Services

Hempfield School District

(Seniors Only)

200 Church Street, Landisville, PA 17538

717-459-9004



Field Instructor: Candice L. Highfield, LCSW, Ed. D highfield@

Services: Hempfield School District is a public school district in central Pennsylvania serving approximately 7,000 students’ educational needs in a suburban school district. The school values and mission reflects rigorous academics while serving the whole child’s needs. The Student Services Department office is located in the Administration Building of Hempfield School District. The district employs two master level social workers who serve as the district’s home and school liaisons. The home and school liaisons oversee students’ attendance from monitoring attendance, working with truant students and their families, scheduling attendance meetings with students/families, writing truancy citations, and attending truancy court. The home and school liaisons also serve as the district school social workers. The school social workers work toward breaking down the barriers to students’ learning and referring and connecting students and their families to community resources and supports to stabilize and support home environments to promote and empower students’ well-being and ability to learn.

Job Description: Student interns will monitor students’ attendance, conduct home visits for students and families to encourage regular school attendance, and conduct home visits to break down barriers for students and their families to assist in the students’ well-being and result in better school attendance and learning ability. Interns will assist in referring students and their families to community resources and supports, assist with social skills groups for students, attend interagency meetings, school behavioral meetings, and lead attendance meetings with students and their families, attend truancy court, attend community organizational meetings, attend school social work network meetings, attend training opportunities involving student mental health, poverty, and helping homeless students, and assess students’ and their families’ needs.

Other: Students will need a personal car to conduct home visits. However, at no time will interns transport students, parents, or families. Students are required to submit to a state police clearance ($10), an FBI clearance ($45), and a state child abuse clearance ($10), which will need to be paid for by the student.

Lynchburg City School District

(Juniors and Seniors)

Various school locations across the Lynchburg area



Field Instructor: Shannon Long, MSW (434)515-5392 longsk@

Services: Lynchburg City Schools offer educational services to more than 8,000 students enrolled in preschool through adult classes in two high schools, three middle schools, and eleven elementary schools. Alternative elementary, middle and high school programs, gifted programs, and programs for the disabled are also available. Our elementary schools provide an optimal academic environment and accelerated learning opportunities. Along with basic learning skills, students are taught basic concepts of character development and citizenship.

Job Description: Student interns will complete Sociocultural Reports and Adaptive Behavior Scales as part of the eligibility process for Special Education. Students will collaborate with outside agencies, including serving on committees and community action teams. Students will attend child study and eligibility meetings when necessary. Students will collaborate with Director of Exceptional Learners and school principals and liaisons. Students will attend internal committee and team meetings in the schools. Students will participate in Family Assessment and Planning Team meetings and Community Planning Management Team meetings. Students will provide mental health services and referrals to students and families. Students will connect students and families with needed community resources. Students will conduct Threat Assessments and provide crisis intervention. Students will advocate for student and family involvement and engagement with the academic process through home visits, meetings, and face-to-face contacts. Students will attend school social work / visiting teacher regional meetings, state board meetings, and state conferences. Students will provide individual and group support services to at-risk students when deemed appropriate. Students will facilitate trainings for staff and parents on various topics. Students will engage in ongoing professional development. Student interns will support the work of the school social workers as they conduct home visits, assess student and family needs, referring families to appropriate services, and work collaboratively with school faculty and staff and community agencies to develop and monitor intervention plans meant to support educational success for students. Students will also support the social workers in performing in-service trainings for teachers. Students will participate in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings, Family Assessment Planning Team (FAPT) Meetings, Child Study Teams, and other interdisciplinary team meetings as appropriate. There may also be additional tasks added that are location-specific.

Other: As required by the District, students must provide results to the Social Work Department of a series of checks: 1) VA Child Protective Services Check; 2) Child Protective Services Check for other states student has lived in the past 5 years; 3) Nationwide Sex Offender Registry; 4) State and National Criminal History check; and 5) TB Test or Screening performed within the last 12 months of the date when the intern would begin their internship. These checks are not paid for by the District.

Out-of-State Internship Programs

Chicago Semester

(Seniors only)



Services: The mission of Chicago Semester is to provide urban, experiential education from a Christian perspective that equips students for integrated personal, professional, and public lives. Students in the program experience first-hand what it is like to live in the global city of Chicago. Students participate in vibrant arts and cultural activities, explore diverse neighborhoods, and master the public transportation system. Students learn alongside esteemed faculty who teach using the city as a laboratory. Through this learning students explore complex urban issues and reflect on one’s collective responsibility to society.

Job Description: Students spend four days a week working at a carefully selected agency under the supervision of a site supervisor. Internship settings are tailored to the student’s area of interest and include hospitals, schools, child welfare organizations, refugee centers, homeless shelters, neighborhood organizations, criminal justice settings, residential treatment centers, programs for the elderly, and much more. Students are trained in a variety of areas such as assessment, case management, interviewing, problem solving, advocacy and community organizing, all within the context of an urban environment.

Other: Students can find specific program information as well as application due dates on the program website. Students will need to contact LU Student Travel for information on their application process and receive clearance to study out-of-state:

studenttravel@liberty.edu or

Please note that there are additional expenses to participating in this program (e.g. airline tickets, etc.), which are explained on the website. Students who desire to keep full-time status may need to concurrently take online courses.

Liberty University Washington Fellowship

(Seniors Only)

Washington DC area



Services: This fellowship program offers assistance in securing a semester-long internship in the Washington DC area, arranges local housing, and hosts various professional development and networking activities. This is an ideal program for students interested in a macro work such as program evaluation, community organizing, policy development and analysis, fundraising, and legislative advocacy.

Job Description: Specific tasks will vary depending on the type of setting selected.

Other: Students should check the website for the specific program requirements. Students interested in this opportunity need to be aware that their acceptance in the program will depend on: (1) their performance and final grade in their Junior Field Experience and Seminar course and (2) whether they have maintained good standing with the Department of Social Work.

International Placements

Best Semester International Program

(Juniors and Seniors)



Services: BestSemester proudly offers off-campus and study abroad programs around the world through the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU).

The Uganda Studies Program (USP) offers a Social Work Emphasis which includes junior and senior level field experiences.  All options encourage students to participate in Ugandan life and explore the intricacy of cross-cultural relationships. In classes, on practicum sites and in homestay opportunities, you’ll learn from Ugandans about life lived in East Africa.

The Australia Studies Centre (ASC) offers a junior level field experience through the School of Social Sciences at Christian Heritage College. The ASC is designed to integrate the firsthand observation and study of Australian culture, history, religion, politics and Indigenous cultures together with experiential service learning and formal instruction in Social Sciences.

Job Description: Specific job tasks will vary based on the placement setting. USP offers fieldwork in such areas as child development, child welfare, schools, public health, community development, hospice and teen pregnancy. ASC offers fieldwork in such social work settings as child protection and community work.

Other: Students can find specific program information as well as application due dates on the program website. Students will need to contact LU Student Travel for information on their application process and receive clearance to study abroad: studenttravel@liberty.edu or

Please note that there are additional expenses to participating in this program (e.g. international health and travel insurance, program fee, airline tickets, etc.), which are explained on the website. Students who desire to keep full-time status may need to concurrently take online courses.

Human trafficking services

The Lighthouse Community Center of Lynchburg

(Juniors Only)

1310 Church St., Lynchburg, VA.



Agency Field Coordinator:

Martha Brown martham911@

Please note that there is no social worker at this agency. Students will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.

Services: The Lighthouse is a faith-based, non-profit organization serving communities since 2008. Their mission is to show the Love of Christ to others by serving in practical ways, and provide a dignified environment to serve and improve the lives of high-need/low-resource individuals in the north central Virginia counties of Bedford, Amherst, Campbell, and Appomattox, and the cities of Lynchburg and Bedford. They currently provide a range of wrap around supportive services; including serving as a day shelter with a clothing closet, coffee bar, daily devotions, hot buffet lunch, bi-weekly food pantry, bikes for individuals with transportation needs, prison ministry, facilitating resources for ex-offenders, workforce development, and operating a safe house for women in rescue from domestic sex trafficking called Abigail’s House.

Job Description: Students will assist with care coordination (assessments to help determine state of crisis such as food insecurity, homelessness, addiction treatment, mental health evaluation) and make appropriate referrals to meet client needs for both Abigail’s House and the Community Center. Other tasks will include assisting with daily operations (soup kitchen and clothing closets) and leading educational groups at the Community Center. Students will also observe individual and group therapy sessions conducted at Abigail’s House.

Other: Students may need to transport clients to local agencies in the community to receive services. Therefore, it is required that the student have a car.

maternal health services

Motherhood Collective

(Juniors only)

4720 Doyle Terrace

Lynchburg VA 24503 – (Mailing address only- no physical office)

434-264-6455



Agency Field Coordinator: Laura Barnes lbarnes@

External Field Instructor: It will be the responsibility of the student to find their own Field Instructor

Services: The Motherhood Collective equips and empowers by providing free evidenced based education and social support services to women from preconception to postpartum. We firmly believe in “Nurturing the mother to grow the child” through preparatory and preventative maternal health education.

Job Description: Full day of work each Monday of the month; including assisting with set-up/takedown and social media at our maternal health education program on the 2nd and 4th Mondays and our playgroup on the 1st and 3rd Mondays. Assisting at our PMAD support group on the 2nd and 4th Monday evenings and Care Group (for women experiencing infertility, miscarriage, and still birth) on the 1st Monday evenings, staff meeting on the 3rd Monday evenings, assisting with community classes on Tuesday or Thursday evenings, assisting at prenatal workshops, mobile data entry, mobile admin tasks, and work days with directors.

Other: Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are completed through the agency.

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