Dec 6, 2012

Help disabled and home bound elderly as a Meals on Wheels Intern!

Meals On Wheels of Central Maryland is seeking interns for the Spring 2013 semester. Serving the Baltimore metropolitan region, Meals On Wheels provides home delivery of meals, case management, and isolation reduction services for 1,350 disabled and home bound elderly individuals on a daily basis.

Internship Responsibilities:
-Work directly with clients
-Conduct intakes
-Perform annual in-home re-assessments
-Evaluate client support systems, resources, and needs
-Locate additional resources for clients
-Conduct outreach
-Ensure home bound elderly and disabled individuals receive needed meals and services

Requirements/Qualifications:
-Ability to think independently and work well with others
-Strong ethical foundation
-Passion for helping others
-Must pass criminal background check
-Access to reliable, insured car for interns performing home re-assessments

All interns are assigned a mentor who provides guidance and support throughout the student's internship experience. Flexible hours are available and the internships can often be tailored to specific student needs and interests.

How to Apply:
-Interested students should contact Barbara Levin at 410-558-0827 to arrange an in-person interview

To learn more about Meals On Wheels of Central Maryland go to:
http://www.mealsonwheelsmd.org/

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