Job Description:

The Arthritis Foundation (AF) works to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control, and cure of arthritis and related diseases. To that end, the AF Public Health/Community Programs Intern supports the Chapter's community programs including the Life Improvement Series, public health outreach and Speakers Bureau.

LIFE IMPROVEMENT SERIES RESPONSIBILITIES

Research and contact exercise facilities, community centers (such as YMCAs, JCCs), hospitals, physical therapy facilities, universities, etc. in an effort to recruit new Life Improvement Series program sites in the Chapter's 16 county service area;

Maintain recruitment contact information (Excel and Team Approach);

Collect Life Improvement Series program sites/instructors send in required monthly data and assist with updating and program Letters of Agreement; and

Assist with pre- and day of- event logistics for Life Improvement Series Leader/Instructor Training Workshops.

SPEAKERS BUREAU RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruit people living with arthritis, doctors, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, etc. to make public presentations on arthritis.

Co-develop and co-facilitate training workshops for Speakers Bureau volunteers.

Maintain roster of Speakers Bureau volunteers

Manage schedule of events and speakers

Conduct outreach activities to area organizations to make them aware of Speakers Bureau and to utilize our services

HEALTH FAIRS

Represent AF at health fairs and volunteer/intern fairs.

TRAINING
Program training will be provided.

BENEFITS

• Learn more about arthritis and Arthritis Foundation programs and services and other resources to improve the quality of life for people living with arthritis;
• Improve communication skills; and
• Gain experience working at a non-profit organization (not just base level administrative tasks, but meaningful projects that will allow you to obtain skills and experience that will really standout on your resume).

LENGTH OF COMMITMENT/SCHEDULE
Available throughout the year. One Semester. Minimum of 15-40 hours per week during standard office hours, Monday – Friday, 9am to 5pm. Occasional weekend hours may be needed to support Life Improvement Series Leader/Instructor training workshops but advance notice will be provided.

IDEAL CANDIDATES

Students who:

• have a strong interest in and/or experience with arthritis, functional fitness, public health programs;
• are committed to providing reliable, high-quality work;
• are able to multitask; and
• possess excellent phone and computer skills (word-processing, database and spreadsheet).

NOTE: This is an UNPAID internship and we CAN NOT reimburse you for your relocation, room, board, local transportation, etc. No exceptions may be granted as it is not within our budget. What we can provide, however, is an excellent opportunity to work on substantive projects and a great reference. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY if this arrangement does not suit your needs.

Job Requirements:

• Pleasant and professional phone demeanor and excellent customer service (true commitment to researching and providing answers to callers' inquiries);
• Excellent interpersonal/communication/writing skills;
• Solid research skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint);
• Detail orientation and strong organizational skills; and
• Bilingual a plus but not required.

How To Apply:

Email the Director of Community Programs, Victoria Bruno, at vbruno @ arthritis.org Mention this website, the approximate date range you are interested in, the position title and why you are interested in the Arthritis Foundation in your customized cover letter. Attach a copy of your resume (Word or PDF). Candidacy will not be considered if a generic cover letter is received. Once these items are received, a copy of our Intern application will be sent to you. NOTE: Again, we CAN NOT reimburse you for your relocation, room, board, local transportation, etc. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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