Assistant Advocate at Pathfinders (SEJ)

Assistant Advocates at Pathfinders assist with the needs of its residents and maintain the high level of care provided to youth at our Shelter. Under staff supervision, Assistant Advocates have direct and constant one-on-one interaction with the residents and provide them with a positive role model.

Responsibilities:

Answer phones, provide information and crisis counseling.

Complete intakes and resident orientations.

Participate in daily groups.

Assist staff with general house management.

Qualifications:

Be 20 years old or older.

Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Have experience or interest in working with teens and their families.

Ability to work cooperatively with paid staff and accept supervision

This internship is part of the Lawrence University Social & Environmental Justice Cohort, which provides an opportunity for Lawrentians to explore social and environmental justice impact careers, gain professional experience, and develop as leaders. Students complete a full-time summer 2022 internship with an identified social and/or environmental justice impact organization in Milwaukee or Appleton, while participating in ongoing reflection with fellow students, Professor Jason Brozek, the Career Center, community leaders and alumni.  For more details and to apply, please click here.