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CompanyUnion Gospel Mission of Tarrant County
LocationFort Worth
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 17, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will welcome and engage guests, assist with intake interviews, assessments, and diversion planning, while maintaining accurate documentation. They will also provide resource information and participate in weekly supervision.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
53
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Since our founding in 1888, Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County has been a beacon of hope and love for the most vulnerable in our community. What began as a simple outreach to those experiencing homelessness has grown into a transformative ministry, rooted in the belief that meeting our neighbors’ needs with Christ’s unwavering love leads to lasting change. Our ten-acre campus offers more than shelter. We provide a safe, healthy, and supportive space where men, women, and children can begin their journey toward healing and self-sufficiency. From the moment they arrive, we seek to show them the love of Christ and equip them with the skills and confidence to build independent, thriving lives.
About the Role

Social Work Intern – Intake, Assessment, and Diversion (Unpaid)


Location: UGM-TC
 

Academic Program: BSW / MSW Field Placement
 

Reports To: Licensed Social Worker / Director of Intake, Assessment, and Diversion
 

Schedule: Monday–Friday, varied hours between 7 AM–7 PM; possible weekends
 

Duration: Spring & Summer 2026
 

Compensation: Unpaid internship; academic credit available


About the Role

Join our faith-based, trauma-informed team to support shelter intake and diversion services. Under supervision, you’ll gain hands-on experience in crisis intervention, ethical documentation, and client engagement while applying Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®) principles.


Responsibilities

  • Welcome and engage guests with respect and emotional safety
  • Assist with intake interviews, assessments, and diversion planning
  • Maintain accurate documentation and confidentiality within agency database
  • Provide resource information and referrals
  • Participate in weekly supervision and reflective practice


Qualifications

  • Enrolled in BSW or MSW program requiring field placement
  • Commitment to Christ-centered mission and trauma-informed care
  • Strong communication skills and professional boundaries
  • Willingness to learn TBRI® principles (training provided)


What You’ll Gain

  • Intake and assessment experience
  • Exposure to crisis intervention and trauma-informed care
  • Ethical documentation and interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Integration of faith and social work practice


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

The required and preferred skills are essential for providing trauma-informed care and upholding the NASW Code of Ethics in all interactions with clients. Strong communication skills enable the intern to engage with empathy, respect, and clarity, fostering trust and collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams. Organizational skills are vital for maintaining detailed and confidential records, tracking client progress, and managing multiple responsibilities with professionalism. Proficiency with software and case management systems supports accurate documentation and seamless coordination of care. Furthermore, cultural humility and language proficiency strengthen the intern’s ability to serve diverse populations with sensitivity, ensuring that all clients receive equitable, inclusive, and compassionate support in alignment with trauma-informed and ethical social work practices.

Key Skills
Crisis InterventionEthical DocumentationClient EngagementCommunication SkillsProfessional BoundariesTrauma-Informed CareResource InformationConfidentialityIntake InterviewsAssessmentDiversion PlanningReflective PracticeCultural HumilityLanguage ProficiencyInterdisciplinary CollaborationTrust-Based Relational Intervention
Categories
Social ServicesHealthcareEducation