Social Worker Intern 2026-079

Position

Social Worker Intern

Department

Council On Aging

Employment Status

Non-Exempt, Chapter 7 Ordinance, Part-Time, Temporary

Salary

$15.00/Hour

Schedule

Monday – Friday, Hours vary (10-15 Hours/Week)

Certifications/Licenses Required

• Valid MA Class D Driver's License
• College Student enrolled in Social Work Degree

SUMMARY

The City of Chicopee's Council on Aging Department is hiring an Intern who will assist COA Outreach Coordinator and other staff members in providing social services and application assistance to Chicopee seniors, age 55 and older, and their caregivers. Facilitates access to appropriate resources and services, including, but not limited to: fuel assistance, food stamps, housing, transportation, housing, legal services, financial planning, adult day health programs, nursing homes, and Senior Companion Program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE

• Shadows Outreach Coordinator and learn how to assist older adults applying for SNAP and fuel assistance.
• Observes all outreach support groups, including Grandparents as Parents, Grief Support Group, Alzheimer's Support Group, and Memory Connections.
• Acquires applications/forms/instructions for public/private programs, explains entitlement and benefit programs, and explains application procedures and appeals process, and explains eligibility requirements.
• Assists elders and caregivers in filling out necessary and appropriate forms and applications.
• Completes other duties as requested by the Council on Aging Assistant Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid MA Class D Driver's License. – Required
• College Student enrolled in Social Work Degree. – Required

BENEFITS

The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which include the following: Recurring Sick Time, Vacation, Thirteen Holidays Per Year, Retirement Plan, and more…

HOW TO APPLY

If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience, and employment goals, apply today through one of the following: 'Indeed Apply' OR Select: "Download Application" under "Tools"

Human Resources Department Chicopee City Hall – 2nd Floor 274 Front Street Chicopee, MA, 01013

Questions? Phone: (413) 594-1510 Email: Recruiting@chicopeema.gov

The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Question(s)

Are you currently in process of attending college for a Social Work degree?

License/Certification

MA Drivers License (Required)

Work Location

In person