Colorado Legal Services · 1 month ago
Spring Social Work Intern - Pueblo
Pueblo, Colorado, United States
Internship
Onsite
InternColorado Legal Services (CLS) is Colorado’s statewide nonprofit legal aid program, providing civil legal assistance to low-income Coloradans. The BSW or MSW Intern will support adults involved in the legal system by providing short-term case management, resource navigation, and emotional support under the guidance of a credentialed supervisor.
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Responsibilities
Conduct interviews and relationship building with adult clients to assess legal, social, medical, psychological, and other needs to support their navigation of the legal system
Provide short-term advocacy and support, including referrals to community resources such as therapy, medical care, housing, public benefits, and social services
Collaborate with legal teams to identify client needs and coordinate tasks to support case resolution and resource connection
Meet clients in their homes, in the community or in court, as needed, to offer support and facilitate access to services
Manage an active caseload of 2 – 5 clients
Engage with community organizations to build partnerships and stay informed about available services
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a CSWE-accredited BSW or MSW program (foundation or concentration level)
Basic understanding of social work ethics and principles (especially NASW Code of Ethics)
Strong communication skills – verbal and written
Ability to engage diverse populations with cultural humility
Comfortable conducting one-on-one meetings including home visits
Empathy, active listening, and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Willingness to learn from supervision and feedback
Organizational skills for documentation and case management tasks
Reliable transportation for community, home, and court visits
Must pass a criminal background check
Must be available during normal business hours, 8:30 am – 5 pm
Preferred
Previous volunteer or work experience in social services, counseling, or related fields
Bilingual or multilingual ability (especially in communities with diverse languages)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook and Teams
Knowledge of local resources
Company
Colorado Legal Services
Colorado Legal Services is a non-profit firm that provides legal help for low-income people seeking assistance with civil legal needs.
Founded in 1925
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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