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Teens Make Health Happen Mentorship

atHealthCorps 

New York Region

Are you interested in serving your community and empowering the next generation of healthy leaders?HealthCorpsand our mission to improve the lives of youth,both mentally and physically,providesyouthe opportunity to do just that. 

Who WeAre 

We'reHealthCorps- a national,non-profit organization committed toimprovinglivesby addressing health challenges incommunities through programming that includes innovative and engaging experiences for teens in education, leadership, and service learning.We empower teens by encouraging them to become change agents within their families, schools,and neighborhoods.Our program is grounded in the understanding that limited access to health education can lead to a lifetime of social, emotional and physical challenges. 

Where You Fit In 

We're looking for a creative, friendly, self-starter who will implement an innovative wellness club, Teens Make Health Happen in high schools in New York City. The TMHH Club empowers teens to make healthier choices for themselves and their families. You'll serve as a catalyst for sustainable change, promoting improved health and wellness and creating leadership opportunities for teens at your assigned sites. 

As a mentor,youwillserveas a near-peer mentor to local high school studentsover the course of the semester.Youwill gain hands on experience leading our health and wellness club, Teens Make Health Happen, in area schools and by supporting teens in planning and leading wellness programming such as lunchtime demonstrations, step challenges and community improvement projects. 

What You'll Do 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop Strong Relationships.Youwillcollaborate withteenwellnessleadersand site partnersto ensure effective delivery ofHealthCorps'programming across 2-3school sites.You willcollaborate with your Regional Program Managerand otherarea interns, as well asparticipate inongoing professional development and leadership opportunities, provided by the organization atno-expense.
• Assess YourSchools'Needs and Progress.You will research what health inequities the schools you serve are facing,and then measure your impact by completing a needs assessment,reporting,and tracking your work throughout your internship.
• ManageTeens Make Health HappenClubs.Youwillplan andimplement thesuccessful delivery ofthe HealthCorps' program offering, Teens Make Health Happen,between 6-8+hours(eachweek)throughout thecourse of the semester.Your commitment to this program willrequireyouto beat your assigned school sites/campusesfor 3-4 hours each week for instructional purposes.
• Share and Make Aware.You will host Cafe O Yea demonstrations at each of your sites monthly and support with regional events. You will support and contribute toHealthCorps'social media platforms (Instagram,TikTok, etc.)by sharing program highlights, stories of impact, and photosthatwillshine a bright light onyour students.
• Commit to theHealthCorpsMission.Youwill prioritize health and wellnesson a daily basisand,ultimately,work to ensure thatrelevant, localhealth-resourcesareaccessible for allstudents and staff at your respective sites. Your spark to serve will leave a lasting, positive impact on your community.
• RepresentHealthCorpsin the New York Region.You willbe an embodiment and extension of our organizationand our values,bothinside and outside your sites.Your presence -- whether at your assigned sites or at an area-wide event -- will be an asset in outreach efforts that connect teens, staff and community members toHealthCorpsresources and materials.

Requirements

MinimumQualifications: 

• An undergraduate or graduate college student majoring,or interested,in public health, public policy, biology, nutrition, marketing, psychology, education, social work or other related fields
• In good academic standing with your university
• Acommitment of 6-8+ hours each week to the internshipfor the entire fall or spring semester
• A self-expectation and strong desire to grow personally and professionally as a leader in the community, and as aspeaker who is comfortableinlearning andpresenting onhealth-related topics to a teen audience

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to travelto assigned sites, which may includedistances of up to 30 miles/within the New York region
• Must be able tolift upto 15 pounds at all times

Benefits

What You'll Gain 

College credit: 

HealthCorps will work with you and your university to provide college credit* for the internship.  

*Depending on the specific requirements and guidelines of your university this may be in the form of college or course credit or practicum hours. 

Professional Development: 

You will receive ongoing training, professional development, and mentorship throughout the duration of the internship. You will gain direct experience in public health and the education system and have opportunities to network with community leaders in the field.  

Additional Position Details  

Ensuring an inclusive workplace where we learn fromeach otherand our communities is core toHealthCorps' values. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives and are seeking individuals that align with these same core beliefs. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to provide a sense of belonging for everyone. 

HealthCorps, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity Employer.HealthCorpsprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics, and in compliance with all state and federal law requirements. 

HealthCorps, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

HealthCorps, Inc. reserves the right to conduct background investigations and/or reference checks onall ofits potential interns. Your internship offer is contingent upon a clearance of a background investigation and/or reference check.