Occupational Therapy Life Skill Trainer Internship

TL;DR

Occupational Therapy Life Skill Trainer Internship (Medical/Social Work): Supporting clients in developing essential life skills for self-sufficiency with an accent on community-based training and therapeutic support. Focus on breaking down complex daily tasks into manageable components and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve client outcomes.

Location: Must be based in Salt Lake City, Utah

Company

The hirify.global is a global humanitarian organization providing emergency relief, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of conflict.

What you will do

• Provide life skills training activities in client homes and community settings under the direction of a staff occupational therapist.
• Assist in teaching group activities such as financial management, public transportation use, and job-seeking skills.
• Collaborate with caseworkers and health team members to support client integration.
• Document client activities and progress for review by the occupational therapist.
• Support the office with administrative duties and attend staff meetings.

Requirements

• Must be based in Salt Lake City, Utah
• Interest in working with diverse populations and refugees.
• Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and willingness to drive clients.
• English proficiency required; fluency in additional languages is preferred.
• Background check required.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for interview consideration.

Nice to have

• Background in health promotion, social work, or related fields.
• Fluency in foreign languages.

Culture & Benefits

• Gain professional experience in the public health sector.
• Opportunity to work with diverse populations and English Language Learners.
• Develop public speaking and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Collaborate with a wide range of professionals from different backgrounds.