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Medical Advocate Internship - Parks Francis

CompanyYWCA Metropolitan Chicago
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 22, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will provide 24-hour medical advocacy to survivors of sexual assault in hospital emergency rooms and police districts. Responsibilities include offering comfort during medical examinations, evidence collection, and police interviews.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
244
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
About YWCA Metropolitan Chicago: Since its founding 149 years ago, YWCA Metropolitan Chicago has been committed to serving the needs of women and girls. The YWCA’s mission to eliminate racism and empower women is actualized through a large breadth of programs and services. Regardless of race or economic status, the YWCA provides women with the support and tools they need to transform their lives, to be confident in their choices and to make valuable contributions to their communities. The YWCA’s Core programmatic areas include: Economic Empowerment Services, Sexual Violence Support Services, and Early Childhood Services. The YWCA serves over 200,000 women, children and families annually through these programs. And while the YWCA’s services are broad and varied, they are linked by a common thread—a dedication to promoting racial justice and personal empowerment. For more information about how you can support the YWCA, visit our website at http://www.ywcachicago.org or contact us at 312-762-2762. You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
About the Role

Description

  

POSITION TITLE: Medical Advocate Internship  

STATUS: Part-time 

GRADE: Non-compensation 

DEPT/PROGRAM NAME: Safety and Wellness - Sexual Violence Support Services Program 

reports to: Program Manager, Advocacy & Crisis Intervention - SVSS 

SUPERVISES: N/A 

  

SUMMARY: Want to gain valuable work experience while helping others with crisis recovery and support? Do you enjoy being able to work from home from time to time? Are you a great listener? Apply TODAY!

  

ESSENTIAL responsibilities: As a medical advocate intern, you will be on-call to provide 24-hour medical advocacy to hospital emergency rooms and police districts. With the survivor’s permission, advocates are expected to stay and provide comfort throughout hospital examinations, evidence collection, and police interviews. Interns must demonstrate a non-judgmental, supportive attitude toward all survivors of sexual assault. Interns should be able to provide a one-year service commitment and complete the 40+ hour Crisis Intervention Training. Intern Advocates will benefit from comprehensive training, experience in crisis counseling, references for future job opportunities and opportunities to interact with veteran advocates and other sister organizations.

  

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED: 

  • Locations: Chicago, Chicago Heights, and Addison
  • Must be 18 yrs. or older
  • One-year commitment required
  • Personal vehicle and valid driver’s license required
  • Requires mobile phone
  • Flexible work schedule

WORK SCHEDULE: Varies      

Key Skills
Crisis interventionAdvocacyActive listeningSupportive communicationNon-judgmental attitudeCrisis counseling
Categories
Social ServicesHealthcareSecurity & Safety
Benefits
Comprehensive trainingCrisis counseling experienceProfessional referencesNetworking opportunities