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Residential Field Directory

Table of Contents Child Protective Services/ Foster Care and Adoption ............................................................ 5

Appomattox Department of Social Services: Family Service Unit ......................................................5

Bedford Department of Social Services: Family Service Unit .............................................................6

Campbell County Department of Social Services .................................................................................7

Lynchburg Department of Human Services: Foster Care and Adoptions Unit ................................8

DePaul Community Resources: Child and Family Services Division .................................................9

Group Home/ Family Support Services ........................................................................................ 10Impact Living Services ..........................................................................................................................11

Family Services of Roanoke Valley: Youth Development Program .................................................11

DePaul Community Resources: Developmental Disability Services .................................................13

Miller Home for Girls ............................................................................................................................14

Patrick Henry: Boys and Girls Home ..................................................................................................15

Patrick Henry: Safe Families ................................................................................................................17

Jubilee Family Development Center ....................................................................................................18

School Based Supports/Services ................................................................................................... 19Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg ........................................................................................19

Discovery Schools ...................................................................................................................................21

Lynchburg City School District ............................................................................................................22

Maternal/Female Supports .......................................................................................................... 23Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center ...............................................................................................................23

Miriam’s House ......................................................................................................................................24

Motherhood Collective ..........................................................................................................................25

Patrick Henry: Homes of Hope ............................................................................................................26

Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Services .................................................................................. 27Bedford County Department of Social Services: Domestic Violence Services .................................28

YWCA of Central Virginia: Domestic Violence Shelter ....................................................................29

YWCA of Central Virginia: Sexual Assault Response Network .......................................................30

Adult Protective Services/Geriatric Social Work .......................................................................... 32Adult Care Center of Central Virginia ................................................................................................32

Autumn Care of Altavista .....................................................................................................................33

Beard Center on Aging ..........................................................................................................................34

The Carrington.......................................................................................................................................35

Centra PACE: A Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly .....................................................36

Prince Edward Co. Department of Social Services: Adult Protective Services Unit .......................37

Lynchburg Department of Human Services: Adult Services Unit ....................................................38

Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living, Inc .......................................................................39

Mental Health Services ................................................................................................................ 41Healing Strides of VA ............................................................................................................................41

Family Insight, PC .................................................................................................................................42

Centra: Virginia Baptist Hospital: Adult Psychiatric Unit ................................................................42

Centra Bridges Treatment Center .......................................................................................................44

Support Systems, Inc. ............................................................................................................................45

Hall Community Services ......................................................................................................................46

Medical Social Work ................................................................................................................... 48Johnson Health Center ..........................................................................................................................48

Centra Lynchburg General Hospital: Emergency Room (Community Access Network) ..............49

Free Clinic of Central Virginia .............................................................................................................50

Corrections/Law Services ............................................................................................................ 51Green Rock Correctional Center .........................................................................................................51

Community Services .................................................................................................................... 52Sports Outreach-Open Table ................................................................................................................52

Homeless/Low Income Services ................................................................................................... 53Total Action for Progress ......................................................................................................................53

No Walls ..................................................................................................................................................55

Rescue Mission of Roanoke ...................................................................................................................56

The Lighthouse Community Center of Lynchburg ............................................................................57

Goodwill Industries of the Valley: Workforce Development .............................................................58

Refugee Services .......................................................................................................................... 59Commonwealth Catholic Charities: Refugee Resettlement Office ...................................................59

Agencies Not Participating Next Semester ................................................................................... 62

***IMPORTANT TO KNOW*** Students should not reach out to any of the agencies prior to receiving approval from the Social Work Department to move forward with agency interviews.

Not all agencies listed participate in field every semester, please refer to Agencies Not Participating Next Semester section at the end of the directory before selecting your placement.

Students who will hold a Liberty University leadership role (e.g. Resident Assistant, Resident Shepherds, Community Group Leaders, etc.) while completing field hours need to consider that that LU student reporting requirements may conflict with community agency client confidentiality requirements. Therefore, we recommend you keeping this in mind when selecting local agencies.

Child Protective Services/ Foster Care and

Adoption

Appomattox Department of Social Services: Family Service Unit

Agency Description

Foster Care, Adoption, Resources families, Child Protective Services, Prevention Services, Services Intake, Employment Program; Adult Services and Adult Protective Services.

Program Area Social Services

Type of Student Juniors and Seniors

Site Characteristics

Children & Youth, Family Services

Practice Skills Area

Advocacy, Assessment & Evaluation, Case Management, Court Appearance, Documentation, Service Provision

Site Requirements

Transportation Must Provide Own

Screenings Submit Criminal, Child Abuse, Background check, fingerprints, (Completed through agency)

Clearances

Address/Phone Number

318 Court St, Appomattox, VA

434-352-7125 x130

Webpage

Site Description Student tasks could include shadowing Family Service Workers in each of the units on home visits, interviews, and court. Students may also assist

workers with data field documentation, home studies, and home assessment intakes for foster families. On Thursdays, students will have the opportunity to observe in court

Field Instructor Susan Hunter, BSW [email protected]

Agency Field Coordinator

Tammy Callen [email protected]

Bedford Department of Social Services: Family Service Unit Agency

Description The Family Services Unit is supervised by the Family Services Manager and has four (4) Family Services Supervisors. The unit is responsible for Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Prevention, Foster Care/Adoption, and Community Resource Services/Service Intake


Type of Student Juniors


Family Services


Assessment & Evaluation, Administrative Tasks, Case Management, Court Appearance, Documentation

Site Requirements


Screenings Submit Criminal, Child Abuse, Background check, fingerprints, DMV check (Completed through agency)

Clearances


119 East Main Street, Bedford VA 24523 (540) 586-7750 x 2266

Webpage http://www.co.bedford.va.us/Res/Social/

Site Description Student tasks could include shadowing Family Service Workers in each of the units on home visits, interviews, court and hospital visits. Students may also assist workers with dictating interviews onto the computer, filing cases, shredding case files, filing court orders, returning phone calls

Field Instructor Timothy Heck, BSW; Tammy Venables, BSW; and Gretchen Vannoy, BSW


Denise Kennedy [email protected]

Campbell County Department of Social Services Agency

Description Social work services include: Adult Protective Services (APS) and Adult Services, Child Care, Child Protective Services (CPS), Employment Services, Foster Care, Housing Choice Voucher Program, Medicaid/FAMIS, and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).




Family Services


Assessment & Evaluation, Case Management, Community Engagement, Documentation

Site Requirements


Screenings Submit Criminal, Child Abuse, Background check, fingerprints, (Completed through agency)

Clearances DMV Check


69 Kabler Lane, Rustburg, VA 24588

434-592-9585

Webpage www.co.campbell.va

Site Description Interns will be able to attend and conduct home visits, support service intake, monitor the benefit application/ interview process, schedule appointments, view and enter client data into specified systems, attend community meetings (Family Partnership Meeting (FPM), Virginia Enhanced Maintenance Assessment Tool (VEMAT), FAPT, etc. Seniors will be assigned cases to lead

Field Instructor Please note that there is no social worker at this agency. Students will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.


April Clark [email protected]

434-332-9737

Lynchburg Department of Human Services: Foster Care and Adoptions Unit

Agency Description

Foster care/adoption and ancillary services (foster and adoptive home recruitment, training, and licensure, independent living services to older foster youth), adult protective and ongoing services, and child protective services/family preservation and foster care prevention (including parenting classes, support groups), and self-sufficiency programs including child care subsidy, employment and work readiness classes. Benefits programs include Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, and Energy Assistance Programs.

Program Area Foster Care/Adoption



Family Resources


Assessment & Evaluation, Case Management, Court Appearance, Information and Referral, Program Administration, Service Provision

Site Requirements


Screenings Submit Criminal, Child Abuse, Background check

Clearances


99 9th Street Lynchburg, VA 24504 (434) 455-5850

Webpage http://www.lynchburgva.gov/department-human-services

Site Description Student will complete home visits, learn about the different placements available to foster children and determine which placement best suits the child, learn about services provided in the area and how to make appropriate referrals for services, attend Family Assessment and Planning Team (FAPT) meetings, Family Partnership Meetings, foster-care reviews, permanency planning, court staffing and court trials, and Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. Students may also receive their own caseload and will travel monthly to visit a child and foster family on their caseload, learn to write services plans, file paperwork, document monthly visits and team meetings, write transitional living plans, and request grant funding, become knowledgeable about the OASIS and case documentation.

Field Instructor April Watson, MSW [email protected]


N/A

DePaul Community Resources: Child and Family Services Division

Agency Description

Adoption preparation and recruitment, post-adoptive support, foster care, and developmental disabilities support, including day support, group homes, and host homes.

Program Area Adoption/Foster Care



Support Services


Assessment & Evaluation, Case Management, Documentation, Information and Referral

Site Requirements

Transportation Must provide own, although the student will be working in the Forest, VA location, the student must be willing to travel to the location of where the field instructor is (Roanoke) once/week for supervision.

Screenings Submit Criminal, Child Abuse, Background check, fingerprints, DMV check (Completed through agency)

Clearances Students also must provide proof of car insurance. Interns have access to agency cars, but may use personal vehicles at times (rare).


4859 Waterlick Road Suite A through D Forest, VA 24551 (434) 455-3727

Webpage http://www.depaulcr.org

Site Description Attendance at agency/community professional training; transport of children to parent visits, counseling, and other appointments; case management; supervision of family visits (birth family); home visits; attendance at IEP, family planning, and treatment planning; development of treatment plans and other paperwork; pre- and post-adoption preparation and support for child and family and; completion of paperwork to expedite adoption finalization process

Field Instructor Sherry Gearheart, MSW [email protected]


Elizabeth Nelms [email protected]

Group Home/ Family Support Services

Impact Living Services Agency

Description Independent living services for youth aging out of foster care. Behavioral health services including outpatient therapy, mentoring, parenting education and truancy prevention, comprehensive transitioning youth assistance and therapy program

Program Area Advocacy, life skills education and therapy assistance for youth

Type of Student Seniors


Comprehensive youth assistance program


Advocacy, Assessment & Evaluation, Education

Site Requirements


Screenings Criminal/child abuse background, agency pays

Clearances


1605A Enterprise Dr., Lynchburg (434) 533-1088

Webpage www.Impactlivingservices.org

Site Description Group sessions, psychoeducational training, skill building/development, filing, research, mentoring, participate in staffing/meetings



Adam Pavao, MPC, Program Director Alyssa Hurley, MPC, Caseworker, Back

Family Services of Roanoke Valley: Youth Development Program

Agency Description

Family Service of Roanoke Valley is a private, not-for-profit organization that has served Roanoke Valley residents since 1901. Our mission is to improve life and restore hope to the most vulnerable of our neighbors, from the youngest children to the oldest adults, through prevention, counseling and support services. Family Service is a dynamic, multi-service agency helping a diverse population of clients

that spans the area's economic, ethnic, and cultural divisions. We serve the Cities of Roanoke and Salem, Counties of Bedford, Botetourt, Franklin and Roanoke, and Town of Vinton. Youth Development services are offered in schools, after-schools, and community sites throughout the valley.

Program Area Youth and Family



Youth and Family Services


Community Outreach, Education, Group Facilitation, Observation

Site Requirements

Transportation Must Provide Own ** If students have a personal car, they can transport clients, only if they were comfortable doing so. Otherwise, they will ride with a staff member to outside appointments. **

Screenings Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, a DMV check, and substance abuse testing, which are completed through the agency.

Clearances


360 Campbell Ave., SW Roanoke, VA 24016 (540)563-5316 ext. 3030

Webpage http://www.fsrv.org/

Site Description The job tasks would include supporting the prevention programs offered and the lead facilitators at the selected sites in providing two evidence based curricula, building rapport with students and offering assistance on service learning trips. Also, the student would be able to complete paperwork required in these jobs and maintain all applicable records. Additionally, they would shadow the staff including the Director of Youth Development as they attend partnership meetings, planning meetings and community groups. Interviews with other key personnel within the agency who work in social work jobs are expected. Shadowing of the professionals who work in our intervention programs including day treatment,

intensive in home and community counseling and opportunities to work with the children and teens will be provided. Lesson planning and co-facilitating groups and session planning for individuals will also be expected. Juniors would be exposed to each of the job tasks but would have a more general experience but approximately the same tasks.

Field Instructor Sharon Jarrett Thacker, MSW (Director and CEO)


Karen Pillis (Director of Youth Development) [email protected]

DePaul Community Resources: Developmental Disability Services

Agency Description

DePaul Community Resources provides adoption preparation and recruitment, post-adoptive support, foster care, and developmental disabilities support, including day support, group homes, and host homes.

Program Area Adoption/Disability Support Services



Day Support/Group Home


Education, Needs Assessment, Report Writing

Site Requirements


Screenings Criminal/Child Abuse Check required and is provided by agency

Clearances DMV Check required and is not provided by agency


5650 Hollins Road, Roanoke, VA 24019

Webpage http://www.depaulcr.org/developmental-disabilities/

Site Description Students can attend training in the Developmental Disability area as well as assist in providing the training to Providers as required, assist with maintaining records as appropriate, engage with individuals and families as appropriate, and develop skills in completing reports for both the State and Agency requirements. Students will have the opportunity to participate in home visits with staff members.

Field Instructor Susan Harrell, MSW [email protected]


N/A

Miller Home for Girls Agency

Description The Mission of Miller Home is to provide short or long term care and guidance to girls, ages four through twenty-one, who cannot live with their families. Miller Home seeks to provide these services within a supportive, non-institutional environment, which encourages each girl to grow and develop to her highest potential. It is the goal of Miller Home to assist its residents in becoming responsible productive citizens

Program Area Group Home



Short/Long Term Care, Female Youth Services


Case Management, Discharge Planning, Documentation, Group Facilitation, Planning/Program Development

Site Requirements


Screenings Background checks are required for any intern who is alone with residents on a regular basis. The fee is $46.00

Clearances


2134 Westerly Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24501 (434) 845-0241

Webpage www.millerhomeoflynchburg.org

Site Description Supervising youth in all activities, daily logging on individual youth activities, reading and logging in staff log book, planning and teaching group activities, writing discharge reports, learning and executing the intake process, and individual discussions with youth to provide supportive counseling.



Morgan Kane [email protected]

Patrick Henry: Boys and Girls Home

Agency Description

Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes provide a loving, family environment built on Christian values where children (ages 6-17) can feel safe, build confidence, and find hope for the future. The residential care program welcomes children from different walks of life who need time away from their homes of origin. Residents need a structured and safe environment for many reasons: choices they have made, disruption in their family, or their home no longer being the healthiest environment. At Patrick Henry, the children receive skills to prepare them for successful transition into adulthood

Program Area Behavioral/Mental Health Services



Adolescent Placement/Residential Care


Assessment and Evaluation, Needs Assessment, Information and Referral, Policy Analysis and Development, Service Provision,

Site Requirements


Screenings Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks. The agency does not pay for these background checks.

Clearances


860 Red Hill Rd. Brookneal, VA 24528 (434) 376-2006

Webpage www.patrickhenry.org

Site Description Patrick Henry is currently offering opportunities for two student placements. The first opportunity is macro-focused internship. For this opportunity, students will participate in interdisciplinary meetings which include the Director of Residential Care, house parents, relief house parents, admissions counselor, case workers, education coordinator, and nurse to discuss policy and procedure, residential care needs, and other areas of consideration. Students will be involved with program development and strategic planning to help develop new programs within Patrick Henry.

The second opportunity is clinical-focused internship. For this opportunity, students will shadow caseworkers, house parents, the Residential Care Director, the Education Coordinator, and other staff to understand the interconnectedness of a residential facility. Students will become involved with the focus groups for Residential students which include discussing client care with case managers, nurse, house parents, and the Education coordinator. Students will participate in Life Skills training for residents and program participants in Homes for Hope. (Our residence for broken families who need training on how to care for their families.) Students will also assist with community outreach efforts by working with the Director to identify local Licensed Child Placing Agencies and other

sources to provide information on Patrick Henry residential care. Students will participate in resident intake and placements meetings.

Field Instructor Students may still need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.

Janie Mantooth [email protected]


Mary Beth Burgess [email protected]

Patrick Henry: Safe Families Agency

Description Provides a loving, family environment built on Christian values where children (ages 6-17) can feel safe, build confidence, and find hope for the future. The residential care program welcomes children from different walks of life who need time away from their homes of origin. Residents need a structured and safe environment for many reasons: choices they have made, disruption in their family, or their home no longer being the healthiest environment. At Patrick Henry, the children receive skills to prepare them for successful transition into adulthood

Program Area Group Home



Residential Care Program


Administrative Tasks, Education, Fundraising, Information & Referral, Service Provision

Site Requirements


Screenings Submit Criminal, Child Abuse, Background check. Agency does not provide these checks

Clearances


1621 Enterprise Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502 (434) 239-6892 X605


Site Description Student intern tasks may include attending trainings for volunteers as well as Host Family trainings and teleconferences, accompanying family coach supervisor when approving host families and family coaches with home studies, helping with the client fingerprinting process, connecting or referring clients to community agencies to address needs, setting up files for host families and volunteers to be sure they have followed all requirements, supporting the coordination of the Foster Hope Conference, fundraising campaigns, and securing donations. Student interns may also complete office administration tasks to support report preparation for a pilot program. This might include copying, printing, revising policies, entering data for the families we are hosting etc

Field Instructor Robert Day, MSW- Please note that although there is a social worker at this agency and the agency is open to considering multiple student placements, students may still need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.


Ruby Caskey, Family Coach Supervisor [email protected]

Jubilee Family Development Center Agency

Description Providing quality academic, athletic, and occupational programs that foster personal, social and spiritual growth and the stability of family

Program Area Family Support Services



After School Support Program


Group Facilitation, Education

Site Requirements


Screenings Criminal and Child Abuse Background check completed through agency

Clearances


1512 Florida Ave., Lynchburg, VA (434)845-0433

Webpage

Site Description After school program-Jubilee has a variety of programs that are focused on at –risk families that are designed to support and enhance the lives of the families that we serve. Adult programs consist of, GED classes, computer classes, health seminars and workshops, home ownership programs, parenting classes, and budgeting classes

Field Instructor Please note that there is no social worker at this agency. Students will need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor


Antonio Davis, Sr., Director [email protected]

School Based Supports/Services

Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg Agency

Description Boys & Girls Club serves youth and adolescence aged 6-18 years of age. Its primary focus is helping members graduate from high school. This is accomplished by implementing the Targeted Outreach and Be Great Graduate evidenced based systems. For a member to graduate, they have to be prevented from getting involved in gangs, pregnancy, and drug use. The model of Boys & Girls Club incorporates education and career development, health and life skills, and leadership development. *Boys & Girls Club has three units. The Club is located at 1101 Madison Street and is a teen-only program, serving members 14 to 18 years of age. The other two sites serve members aged 6 to 12 years old. The first unit is located at 1101 Madison Street and the second unit is the Jefferson Park Clubhouse located 405 York Street

Program Area Community/Adolescence Services



Adolescent Support


Behavior Modification, Group Facilitation

Site Requirements


Screenings Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are all completed through the agency.

Clearances


1101 Madison St., Lynchburg, VA 24504* 405 York St., Lynchburg, VA 24501* (434) 846-1111

Webpage www.bgclynchburg.org

Site Description Students would be implement session of the SMART Programming (Skills Mastery and Resistance Training). The SMART programming has diversified curriculum from Street SMART, SMART Girls, Passport to Manhood and SMART for ages 6-9. These programs are preventative in nature teaching members how to avoid drugs & alcohol, early sexual involvement, self-esteem building, and making positive choices.

Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg offers paid field experience opportunities. Students would have to be available to work Monday through Friday for a minimum of 20 hours and be available from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.



Mark Sheehan, BS (434) 384-3215 [email protected]

Discovery Schools Agency

Description A therapeutic boarding school for boys and girls using the outdoor living to promote maturity and emotional growth

Program Area Therapeutic/Behavioral Services



Alternative School


Case Management, Service Plan, Group Facilitation

Site Requirements


Screenings Criminal/Child Abuse Background Checks required at student’s expense through reimbursement

Clearances DMV Check Required not provided by agency


PO Box 1160, Dillwyn, VA 23936

(434) 983-5616

Webpage https://www.discoveryschool.org

Site Description Students will participate in the residential aspect of the school. Training would include group dynamics work, strategies to deal with different personalities, hands-on work with the students. We can also support interns with the family work department. Students would learn more about working with families, writing service plans and facilitating family conferences.

Field Instructor Brittany Rekrut BSW


Jim Rekrut, MA Counseling, Senior Family Worker

John Outland, Director [email protected]

Lynchburg City School District Agency

Description Lynchburg City Schools offer educational services to more than 8,000 students enrolled in preschool through adult classes in two high schools, three middle schools, and eleven elementary schools. Alternative elementary, middle and high school programs, gifted programs, and programs for the disabled are also available. Our elementary schools provide an optimal academic environment and accelerated learning opportunities. Along with basic learning skills, students are taught basic concepts of character development and citizenship

Program Area Public School



School Resources


Case Management, Referrals, Group Facilitation

Site Requirements


Screenings Students are required to submit to a state police clearance ($10), an FBI clearance ($45), and a state child abuse clearance ($10), which will need to be paid for by the student.

Clearances


Various School Locations Across the Lynchburg Area

Webpage www.lcsedu.net

Site Description Student interns will complete Sociocultural Reports and Adaptive Behavior Scales as part of the eligibility process for Special Education. Students will collaborate with outside agencies, including serving on committees and community action teams. Students will attend child study and eligibility meetings when necessary. Students will attend internal committee and team meetings in the schools and they will participate in Family Assessment and Planning Team meetings and Community Planning Management Team meetings. Students will provide mental

health services and referrals to students and families and will connect students and families with needed community resources. Students will conduct Threat Assessments and provide crisis intervention. Students will advocate for student and family involvement and engagement with the academic process through home visits, meetings, and face-to-face contacts. Students will attend school social work / visiting teacher regional meetings, state board meetings, and state conferences. Students will provide individual and group support services to at-risk students when deemed appropriate. Students will facilitate trainings for staff and parents on various topics. Student interns will support the work of the school social workers as they conduct home visits, assess student and family needs, referring families to appropriate services, and work collaboratively with school faculty and staff and community agencies to develop and monitor intervention plans meant to support educational success for students. Students will also support the social workers in performing in-service trainings for teachers. Students will participate in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings, Family Assessment Planning Team (FAPT) Meetings, Child Study Teams, and other interdisciplinary team meetings as appropriate.

Field Instructor Shannon Long, MSW (434)515-5392 [email protected]


N/A

Maternal/Female Supports

Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center Agency

Description Blue Ridge Pregnancy provides numerous services to women and families throughout the greater Lynchburg area. These services include: pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, option education, parenting and life skills classes, and a Mommy & Me boutique.

Program Area Client Services



Maternal Support and Education


Advocacy, Service Provision, Needs Assessment

Site

Requirements Transportation Must provide own

Screenings

Clearances Must complete advocacy training


1915 Thompson Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24501 434-528-4321

Webpage http://blueridgepc.org/

Site Description Students will be trained on how to counsel young women on parenting, adoption, and abortion with the hopes they will choose life. They will be equipped to help them the necessary resources they need (i.e. housing, jobs, legal, food bank). They will also need to be able to present the Gospel of Jesus Christ as it is a Christian organization.



Malaena Richardson – [email protected]

Miriam’s House Agency

Description Miriam's House is designed to end homelessness for women and families by providing them with stability and the skills to succeed in permanent housing. Miriam’s House operates two short term housing programs for homeless women and families; these include an on-site 13-unit transitional housing program and a community based rapid re-housing program. Additionally, they offer an Aftercare Support Group to families exiting homelessness in order to prevent recidivism.

Program Area Homeless Services



Support Services


Case Management, Group Facilitation, Community Outreach, Research

Site Requirements


Screenings Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are completed through the agency.

Clearances


409 Magnolia Street, Lynchburg, VA 24503 (434) 847-1101

Webpage www.miriamshouseprogram.org

Site Description Students would be assigned to work with case managers in both programs as well as offering assistance to the aftercare support group. Students would become familiar with the available resources in the community in order to provide appropriate referrals. Students would also work directly with the administrative staff on macro social work issues including community organizing, increasing community awareness of homelessness and assisting with fundraising.

Field Instructor Kristen Nolen, MSW [email protected]

Sarah Quarantotto, MSW [email protected]


N/A

Motherhood Collective Agency

Description The Motherhood Collective equips and empowers by providing free evidence based education and social support services to women from preconception to postpartum. We firmly believe in “Nurturing the mother to grow the child” through preparatory and preventative maternal health education.

Program Area Maternal Education



Maternal Resources


Group Facilitation, Community Outreach, Observation

Site Requirements



Clearances


4720 Doyle Terrace Lynchburg VA 24503 – (Mailing address only- no physical office) 434-264-6455

Webpage www.themotherhoodcollective.org

Site Description Full day of work each Monday of the month; including assisting with set-up/takedown and social media at our maternal health education program on the 2nd and 4th Mondays and our playgroup on the 1st and 3rd Mondays. Assisting at our PMAD support group on the 2nd and 4th Monday evenings and Care Group (for women experiencing infertility, miscarriage, and still birth) on the 1st Monday evenings, staff meeting on the 3rd Monday evenings, assisting with community classes on Tuesday or Thursday evenings, assisting at prenatal workshops, mobile data entry, mobile admin tasks, and work days with directors.



Laura Barnes [email protected]

Patrick Henry: Homes of Hope Agency

Description Patrick Henry Homes of Hope is a residential facility for young women who are pregnant and young mothers who are homeless or mothers whose children have been taken into custody because the mother is homeless or unable to provide care

Program Area Maternal Care/Homeless



Residential Facility, Women Support Services


Assessment and Evaluation, Case Management, Group Facilitation, Education

Site Requirements


Screenings Criminal/Child Abuse Background Check required not provided by the agency

Clearances DMV Records required not provided by agency


434-376-2006


Site Description Students interns will have the opportunity to support young moms through encouraging positive relationships with their children, providing transportation, attending court proceedings in custody cases, co-facilitate groups and teach life skills.

Field Instructor Students may still need to identify an external social worker to serve as their field instructor.

Robert Day, MSW [email protected]


Debbie Musselman [email protected]

Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Services

Bedford County Department of Social Services: Domestic Violence Services

Agency Description

Domestic Violence Services provides shelter for victims of domestic violence; free, confidential 24-hour access to safety, information and referral, crisis intervention and advocacy to support individual decisions; court advocate that is available to accompany victims of domestic abuse who are requesting Protective Orders in the Bedford Court Systems; follow-up services to victims involved in domestic disputes referred through the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office, the Town of Bedford Police Department or Bedford Department of Social Services; a Healthy Relationship Teen Prevention Program; education on the dynamics of domestic violence, supportive counseling surrounding domestic violence relationships and case management services to victims; and community education and public awareness that fosters access to domestic violence crisis services for all community members and which expresses a zero tolerance for domestic violence. Services are provided free of charge to victims of domestic violence and their children without regard to race, ethnicity, age, national origin, religion, physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, and parental or birth status.

Program Area Domestic Violence



Protective and Crisis Intervention Services


Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Documentation, Education, Fundraising, Group Facilitation

Site Requirements

Transportation Must Provide Own ** Students will also need a car to drive to the courthouse for court accompaniment/advocacy. **

Screenings Students will need to complete a criminal/child abuse background check and a DMV check, the costs of which the agency will cover.

Clearances


P.O. Box 783, Bedford, Virginia 24523

Webpage

Site Description Students would work the court advocate and the DV counselor and assist with providing case management, crisis intervention and services for shelter residents. Students will also be involved in co-leading a group, assisting with fundraising activities as appropriate, assisting with needs assessments and development of case plans, assisting with offering education, referrals and supportive counseling to shelter residents, assisting with documenting case notes in the case management system, and participating in the agency’s community education and public awareness efforts as appropriate. This internship may require evening hours as groups are only offered during the evening.

Field Instructor Heather A. Jones, MSW (540) 587-0970

[email protected]


N/A

YWCA of Central Virginia: Domestic Violence Shelter Agency

Description The YWCA of Central Virginia is dedicated to empowering women and eliminating racism within our community. The YWCA has five programs: Domestic Violence Prevention Center, Sexual Assault Response Program, Transitional Housing, YW Leads, and Racial Justice.

Program Area Domestic Violence



Protective and Crisis Interventions


Assessment & Evaluation, Group Facilitation, Needs Assessment, Program Administration, Service Provision

Site Requirements


Screenings Interns are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are completed through the agency.

Clearances Interns are required to complete 32 hours of classroom and webinar training prior to the start of their internship. This is due to the fact that no direct services with victims of sexual violence can be done until classroom and webinar trainings are completed. Training hours will not count towards internship hours and students are required to stay the duration of the semester


Downtown Lynchburg, Call for Location

(434) 847-7751

Webpage www.lynchburgywca.org

Site Description Interns are responsible for a variety of duties such as answering the domestic violence hotline, input data, attend court with Advocates, special projects, leading support groups for children and adults and planning and coordinating events. Interns are also expected to have one-on-one meetings with residents to provide supportive counseling and assess their need for community referrals.



Caitlin Fetterman [email protected] 434-528-1041 and Caitlyn Toliver [email protected]

YWCA of Central Virginia: Sexual Assault Response Network Agency

Description The YWCA of Central Virginia is dedicated to empowering women and eliminating racism within our community. The YWCA has five programs: Domestic Violence Prevention Center, Sexual Assault Response Program, Transitional Housing, YW Leads, and Racial Justice.

Program Area Sexual Assault Response



Protective and Crisis Interventions


Case Management, Advocacy, Education, Service Provision,

Site Requirements



Clearances


Downtown Lynchburg Call for location (434) 847-7751

Webpage www.lynchburgywca.org

Site Description Interns are required to completed 26 hours of classroom and webinar training prior to the start of their internship, this is due to the fact that no direct services with victims of sexual violence can be done until classroom and webinar trainings are completed. During the internship, the intern will provide on-call coverage to the Lynchburg General Hospital Emergency Room for four 6-hour shifts a month, as well as the one required day in office. SARP requires that interns serve at minimum of four primary victims of sexual violence in the emergency room. Additionally, interns are required to accompany a Victim Advocate to 1-2 criminal justice proceedings, this can include criminal court, protective order hearings, or meetings with law enforcement or prosecutors. Lastly, interns will be required to attend one community presentation or public awareness event. Within the office setting, interns are responsible for a variety of task such as administrative work, putting together resources for victims in the emergency room, and whatever else may come up in regard to better serving victims.


Main Contact- Caitlin Fetterman, 434-528-1041

Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program Manager [email protected]


Lindsey Scott, 434-947-7422

Executive Director [email protected]

Adult Protective Services/Geriatric Social Work

Adult Care Center of Central Virginia Agency

Description Agency provides daytime care to frail seniors who cannot safely stay at home alone and offers relief from caregiving to full-time caregivers

Program Area Senior Services



Adult Day Care Setting


Group Facilitation, Program Development, Advocacy

Site Requirements


Screenings

Clearances


621 Court Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504

434-847-8111

Webpage http://www.adultcarecenter.org/

Site Description Interns will be assessing and interviewing participants, facilitate groups such as the Veterans Club, assist and create engaging activities, support staff with intake



Allyson McSwain, Executive Director [email protected]

Autumn Care of Altavista Agency

Description Autumn Care of Altavista specializes in respectful and compassionate choices: short-term, rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing care, and respite care. We offer specialized programs and individualized care plans designed to achieve the best outcomes for you or your loved one. Professionals strive to provide the highest level of medical and nursing care.

Program Area Nursing Care Facility

Type of Student Junior


short-term, rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing care, and respite care facility


Case Management, Needs Assessment

Site Requirements


Screenings

Clearances


1317 Lola Ave. Altavista 24517 (434) 369-6651

Webpage http://www.saberhealth.com/senior_living/Altavista_VA/zip_24517/saber_healthcare_group/14205

Site Description Students tasks include: visit with residence, take social history information, complete questionnaires with residents, office work as needed, attend family meetings, and help with special events, or activities, and documentation.

Field Instructor Bonnie Finch, BSW


N/A

Beard Center on Aging Agency

Description Beard Center works with seniors, caregivers, and professionals in the community to address the needs of older adults. We provide education, information and referral, community outreach programs, professional development programs and work with seniors, caregivers, and professionals in the community to address the needs of older adults.

Program Area Geriatric Care



Community Outreach


Advocacy, Referral Services

Site Requirements

Transportation Must provide own

Screenings

Clearances


434-544-8456 1501 Lakeside Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24501

Webpage www.lynchburg.edu/beard

Site Description Assist with the development and presentation of community education programs and staff training programs, *Assist with the coordination of statewide Faithful Aging conference that helps churches identify ways to support older adults in need and provide, Respond to emailed, phone, and in person information and referral requests under the Director's guidance, Assist with daily activities of the Center which serves almost 4000 annually. * Provide phone support. * Assist with health fairs. *Interact with and work with the regional Consortium on Aging which is working together to create a community for all ages.

Field Instructor Denise Scruggs, BSW, Director


Denise Scruggs, Director, BSW

The Carrington Agency

Description The Carrington is a nursing home housing elderly residents long-term, providing them various services such as rehabilitation, Medicaid/Medicare assistance, and outside agency benefits.

Program Area Geriatric Services



Rehabilitation services, long-term elderly care


Assessment & Evaluation, Case Management, Discharge Planning, Needs Assessment, Documentation

Site Requirements



Clearances


2406 Atherholt Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501 434-846-3200

Webpage

Site Description Student interns will provide a medically-related social service program to meet the needs of the residents, determine the type of assistance required, assist in obtaining benefits from agencies and organization such as Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security. Student interns will assist in completing necessary forms and work to involve families in the care of their loved one. They will assist residents in identifying problems, formulating resolutions and assist community resources for discharge.

Field Instructor Amy McIvor-Green 434-846-2200


Donald Liegey 434-846-3200

Centra PACE: A Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly Agency

Description PACE is a comprehensive program for adults 55 years of age and older who meet the criteria for nursing facility placement, prefer to stay at home and have an assessment indicating that living at home with the support of the PACE program is a safe alternative. Comprehensive services are delivered by a team of professionals made up of a primary care physician, registered nurses, a master’s level social worker, health aides, transportation personnel, rehabilitation therapists, dietitians and recreation/activity personnel. The team works with participants and their families to develop a tailored plan of care which is monitored closely and updated as needed.

Program Area Geriatric Services



Biopsychosocial Care for the Elderly Population


Case Management, Intake, Evaluations,

Site Requirements


Screenings Once selected, students will need to contact OMESA, call (434) 200-6511, or email [email protected] for onboarding directions and forms. Centra schedules all needed appointments via this email process. Centra requests that this process begins at least 30-60 days prior to the start of any internship.

Clearances


407 Federal St. Lynchburg, VA 24504

Webpage https://www3.centrahealth.com/services/Pace.aspx

Site Description Student interns will participate in the PACE interdisciplinary team’s initial assessments, care planning, and ongoing reevaluations of participant cases. Interns will provide supportive counseling to individuals and families and assist

participants in obtaining community resources, including meal programs, social service benefits, housing assistance, etc. Interns will also consult with staff in other disciplines as to the relationship of social, emotional, and cultural factors to health and medical care, and as to the availability of social services in the community. Interns will have the opportunity to assist the social worker/intake coordinator with assessments in the private homes of PACE enrollees traveling within the 30-minute service area of the Center. As appropriate, interns will complete psychosocial assessments on individuals referred to PACE. Interns will facilitate/design group activities for center participants. There may also be opportunities for macro-practice assignments relating to PACE program development, social policy, and community outreach.

Field Instructor Maureen Brookes, MSW, LSW (434) 200-6326 [email protected]


N/A

Prince Edward Co. Department of Social Services: Adult Protective Services Unit

Agency Description

Adult Protective Services (APS), Adult Services, Uniform Assessment Instrument Screenings, Mandated Reporter Training, APS Training, Assisted Living Facilities/Nursing Facility Placement, and Benefits Services

Program Area Adult Services/Adult Protective Services



Family Services


Advocacy, Assessment & Evaluation, Behavior Modification, Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Data Collection, Information and Referral, Mediation, Needs Assessment, Report Writing/Recording, Service Provision, Team Building/Coalition

Site Requirements


Screenings Criminal and Child Abuse Background Check

Clearances DMV Records


111 South Street, 1st floor Farmville, VA 23901 (434) 547-4193

Webpage http://www.co.prince-edward.va.us/soc_svcs_index.shtml

Site Description Students will engage in all service areas, make home visits, be introduced to Adult Services and Adult Protective Services, the Online Automated Services Information System (OASIS), participate in Family Partnership meetings, have face-to-face and phone interaction or contact with clients, access files, observe court hearings, and see a case from beginning to end.

Field Instructor Ashley Bowles, BSW [email protected]


N/A

Lynchburg Department of Human Services: Adult Services Unit Agency

Description Provides a variety of financial benefits and mandated services to the public. Services include foster care/adoption and ancillary services (foster and adoptive home recruitment, training, and licensure, independent living services to older foster youth), adult protective and ongoing services, and child protective services/family preservation and foster care prevention (including parenting classes, support groups), and self-sufficiency programs including child care subsidy, employment and work readiness classes. Benefits programs include Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, and Energy Assistance Programs.

Program Area Adult Services/Adult Protective Services



Adult Services


Assessment & Evaluation, Case Management, Data Collection, Documentation, Information and Referral, Service Provision

Site Requirements


Screenings Submit Criminal, Child Abuse Background check, (Completed through agency)

Clearances


99 9th Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504 (434) 455-5850

Webpage http://www.lynchburgva.gov/services-adults

Site Description Adult protective Services/Adult Services provide both the elderly and adults with disabilities with needed assistance, outreach and case management services. The work involves obtaining information and investigating complaints of alleged abuse, neglect, or exploitation of adults with disabilities and the elderly; and participating in taking corrective action. Types of tasks completed include: accompanying caseworkers on home visits, assessing client needs for degree and priority of services and development of service plans, monitoring service plans to ensure the needs of the elderly or adults with disabilities are being met, and preparing and maintaining documentation. Job Tasks may vary depending on the aptitude and experience level of the student intern.

Field Instructor Amy Hatcher, MSW [email protected]


N/A

Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living, Inc Agency

Description Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living, Inc. connects older adults, caregivers, and person with disabilities to the services they need to remain independent. Through advocacy, counseling and direct services we provide access to the supports necessary to live with dignity in the environment of their choice.

Program Area Medical/Adult Services



Family/Disability Services


Assessment & Evaluation, Case Management, Documentation, Information & Referral, Observation, Reporting/Report-Writing

Site Requirements


Screenings Students will need to pay for and submit a criminal/child abuse background check, substance abuse test, and DMV check.

Clearances


501 12th Street Lynchburg, VA 24505

Webpage http://www.cvcl.org/

Site Description The care management intern will observe the CVACL, Inc. Care Management practices in the field, receive and handle client referrals, assess client needs, and obtain necessary service for the client. Interns will accompany Care Management staff into the field and assist with: (1) performing in-home assessments to determine client's needs and available resources to meet those needs; (2) developing individualized care plans; coordinate services, and follow-up on service referrals to ensure appropriate service delivery without gap or duplication; (3) providing resource information and referral to clients as needed; (4) linking clients to other service providers when appropriate and necessary; (5) completing client file documentation as outlined in the Care Management Policy and Procedure Manual; (6) completing and presenting client cases to weekly case management meetings; (7) and preparing all reports and data as necessary and related to the tasks outlined above.

Field Instructor Kimberly Towler, BSW (Care Manager) 434-385-9070 [email protected]


Cheryl Murphy-Anderson (Director of Social Services Programs)

[email protected]

Mental Health Services

Healing Strides of VA Agency

Description Healing Strides of VA is an organization established in 1991 whose focus is Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies (EAAT). Their mental health program uses horses to help clients find solutions to personal issues. They have 2 LCSWs and1 behavioral therapist. We are located on 22 acres with 2 large pastures, 3 paddocks, a round pen, a large enclosed arena, and an outdoor arena. We have a professional staff, certified instructors, trained volunteers, and a herd of 20+ horses.

Program Area Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies



Therapeutic riding and mental health programs


Case Management, Observation, Research

Site Requirements


Screenings

Clearances


PO Box 456 Boones Mill, VA 24065 (540)334-5825

Webpage http://www.healingstridesofva.org

Site Description Juniors will primarily work with the therapeutic program. Help get riders ready for lessons then help the transition back to their caregivers. They may also observe mental health sessions. Seniors will observe mental health sessions and discuss those observations with the mental health team afterwards. They will help with data collection, paperwork, research information, preparing horses and eventually work with arena for sessions, complete special projects and eventually work with clients

Field Instructor Lynne Johnson, LCSW, Clincal Director


Lynne Johnson, LCSW Robin Mays, Intern Coordinator, back-up Agency Field Coor.

Family Insight, PC Agency

Description Family Insight is dedicated to the treatment of mental health and substance abuse disorders through evidence-based interventions and service programs. They serve children, adolescents, families and adults in our intensive in-home and mental health support programs. We also serve children with Autism through our Behavioral Therapy (ABA) services.

Program Area Mental Health Services



Community-based mental health interventions


Assessment & Evaluation, Behavior Modification, Community Outreach, Individual Treatment, In-Home Intervention, Needs Assessment

Site Requirements


Screenings Criminal/abuse background check, substance abuse testing (agency will pay)

Clearances T.B. Screening


3433 Brambleton Ave Suite 201-A, Roanoke, VA 24018 546-266-7550

Webpage http://familyinsight.net/

Site Description Students will be exposed to the daily operations of a mental health agency. They will experience and shadow counseling interventions in multiple settings with diverse age ranges of clients. Students will chart and document responsibilities.

Field Instructor Phuong Pinkerman – [email protected]


Kirk Dent – [email protected]

Centra: Virginia Baptist Hospital: Adult Psychiatric Unit Agency

Description The Adult Psychiatry Unit at Virginia Baptist Hospital provides acute inpatient psychiatric care for adults ages 18-65. The average length of stay at Adult Psychiatry is about 4-7 days. During this period of time the patients participate in

group therapy, individual counseling, medication management, discharge planning, and various other treatment modalities. As an interdisciplinary team, the staff at Adult Psychiatry work to establish individualized treatment plans for each patient to ensure smooth transitions back into the community.

Program Area Medical



Mental Health


Assessment & Evaluation, Case Management, Data Collection, Group Facilitation, Information & Referral, Report Writing/Reporting, Service Provision

Site Requirements


Screenings Students will need to pay for and submit a criminal/child abuse background check, substance abuse test, and DMV check

Once selected, students will need to contact OMESA, call (434) 200-6511, or email [email protected] for onboarding directions and forms. Centra schedules all needed appointments via this email process. Centra requests that this process begin at least 30-60 days prior to the start of any internship

Clearances Please note that this Unit requires students to complete SOWK 150 shadowing at this agency as a prerequisite for applying for an internship here.


501 12th Street Lynchburg, VA 24505

Webpage http://www.cvcl.org/

Site Description Students will assist in completing tasks that are assigned to the unit social worker. These tasks will include, but are not limited to, assessing the psychosocial needs of each patient and developing treatment goals, obtaining collateral information from third parties, assisting patients and caregivers in identifying and utilizing information and services from community resources, Child Protective

Services/Adult Protective Services reporting, and attending TDO/Commitment hearings. Students will also have the opportunity to observe individual and family therapy and co-lead groups as appropriate.

Field Instructor Tiffany Boydoh, BSW [email protected]


N/A

Centra Bridges Treatment Center Agency

Description Centra Bridges provides residential care to children ages 5-17 who suffer from long term behavioral and emotional difficulties that have resulted in out of home placement. We provide medical, nursing, educational and mental health therapies for the students in our care. Mental health therapies include individual, family and group therapy.

Program Area Behavioral/Mental health Services



Adolescent Mental Health Services


Behavior Modification, Group Facilitation, Case Management

Site Requirements


Screenings Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, which are all completed through the agency.

Clearances Once selected, students will need to contact OMESA, call (434) 200-6511, or email [email protected] for onboarding directions and forms. Centra schedules all needed appointments via this email process.

Centra requests that this process begin at least 30-60 days prior to the start of any internship.


693 Leesville Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502

Webpage https://www.centrahealth.com/facilities/bridges-treatment-center

Site Description Students will be placed in various parts of the program throughout each day. Students will spend some time each week in classrooms, in the cottages, and in group therapy sessions. Students will be using their ideas and creativity to submit ideas for the classroom, and cottages for activities that are developmentally appropriate and in line with Bridges’ curriculum. There are daily groups in the cottages that are skill based that students may co-lead and contribute material and plans to. There are also psychotherapy groups Monday-Thursday that students can observe and possibly co-lead depending on the group. Over the course of the semester, students will be observing the management of the front office, admissions and nursing, and treatment team meetings on specific children. Students will become familiar with charts: reports and assessments, treatment goals, discharge planning, and the purpose of the daily charting. Students will have brief introductions to the facility’s philosophy which encompasses Motivational Interviewing, Collaborative Problem Solving and Crisis intervention. Students will become familiar with how to find policies that guide the treatment facility.

Field Instructor Margaret Williams, LCSW (434) 200-5190 [email protected]

Mark Bosher, LCSW (434) 200-5145 [email protected]


N/A

Support Systems, Inc. Agency

Description Support Systems, Inc. works with the adult, severely mentally ill population who receive full Medicaid benefits. Support Systems, Inc. is a community-based private provider that assists an at-risk population with independence within the community.

Program Area Mental Health Services



Mental Health/Community Resources


Documentation, Group Facilitation, Observation, Program Administration

Site Requirements


Screenings

Clearances


1120 Bypass Road, Vinton, VA 24179 (540) 767-2667

Webpage

Site Description Students will have the opportunity of assisting with the psychosocial program, running or assisting group classes, observing clinical aspects of working in the mental health field, and assisting with documentation and organization of requirements from the Department of Medical Assistance Services and Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services.

Field Instructor Tracie Cookston, MSW

[email protected]


N/A

Hall Community Services Agency

Description Our mission is to provide support for children, adolescents, and adults in the community in order to achieve their full potential by way of mental Health Building, psychosocial rehabilitation, payee services, mentoring, independent living programs

Program Area Mental Health



Community Mental Health Resources


Behavior Modification, Group Facilitation, Research

Site Requirements


Screenings Criminal/Child Abuse Background Check Paid by the student

Clearances


856 Campbell Ave. SW, Roanoke, VA 24016 (540)344-6411

Webpage http://hallcommunityservices.com/

Site Description Facilitate didactic groups on ADL skill development and mental health diagnoses, support ongoing research for treatment efficacy, design groups and activities for clients, develop community resources, participate in staff meetings and training, monitor client ISP progress.

Field Instructor P. John Holm, BSW Program Coordinator


Tara Hutcheson, LPC/Clinical [email protected]

Medical Social Work

Johnson Health Center Agency

Description Johnson Health Center encompasses a wide range of services including comprehensive health, dental, and behavioral health services. They work with all ages and populations.

Program Area Medical Services



Counseling services, assessments, a variety of medical services


Assessment & Evaluation, Case Management, Documentation, Service Provision, Community Outreach

Site Requirements


Screenings Criminal/abuse background check

Clearances


134 Elon Road, Madison Heights, VA 24572

Webpage http://www.jhcvirginia.org/

Site Description Students will help patients with community referrals, assist in updating referrals, assist the BSW with consultation appointments. Students will assist with patient follow-ups, help facilitate the weekly wellness group, assist with community outreach, and help with new patient intakes.

Field Instructor Pamela Carroll – [email protected]


Steve Collins – [email protected]

Centra Lynchburg General Hospital: Emergency Room (Community Access Network)

Agency Description

The Lynchburg General Hospital Emergency Room serves people who are seriously injured or ill and require immediate care. A triage process is used to prioritize emergency care and identify patients requiring medical attention according to the nature and severity of their injury or illness.


Type of Student Senior


Education, Counseling Services


Advocacy, Assessment & Evaluation, Behavior Modification, Case Management, Community Outreach, Discharge Planning, Education, Needs Assessment, Service Provision

Site Requirements


Screenings Once selected, students will need to contact OMESA, call (434) 200-6511, or email [email protected] for onboarding directions and forms. Centra schedules all needed appointments via this email process. Centra requests that this process begin at least 30-60 days prior to the start of any internship.

Clearances


1901 Tate Springs Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24501

Webpage www.communityaccessnetwork.org https://www.centrahealth.com/facilities/centra-lynchburg-general-hospital/services/emergency-care

Site Description Student tasks will include, meeting with clients who frequent the emergency room to assess psychosocial needs, and provide appropriate services such as education,

supportive counseling, referrals to appropriate community resources, and advocacy to address barriers to services, conduct home visits to monitor client progress and further assess needs, work collaboratively with medical providers at the hospital to meet client needs, participate in multidisciplinary case staffing’s

Field Instructor Beth Ulrich, LCSW [email protected]


N/A

Free Clinic of Central Virginia Agency

Description The Free Clinic of Central Virginia provides quality primary medical, specialty medical, dental, pharmacy and behavioral health services to uninsured and underinsured adults.


Type of Student Seniors


Referral Services


Advocacy, Assessment & Evaluation, Data Collection, Discharge Planning, Information & Referral, Prevention, Service Provision

Site Requirements



Clearances


1016 Main Street, Lynchburg VA 24504 434-847-5866

Webpage http://www.freeclinicva.org/

Site Description Job tasks can include developing a health-related social needs assessment to identify needs and to assist in making internal and external referrals to patient navigators, case managers, LCSW’s and/or psychiatrists. Students will provide social work services, linking patients with chronic medical, social and behavioral health needs with appropriate services; assist patients in identifying and eliminating obstacles to positive health outcomes; provide coaching, advocacy, and support to patients making lifestyle changes to address chronic health conditions. Students will have an active role in the patient discharge process by meeting with patients to go over any medication, instruction, or referrals the doctor has ordered, and specify reasons to go to the ER or come to the Free Clinic. Students will also track and complete follow-up for referred patients, to ensure patient’s make and keep appointments and to provide additional services for chronic disease management.

Field Instructor (External) Linda Edwards, MSW, LCSW [email protected]


Sylvia Smith [email protected]

Corrections/Law Services

Green Rock Correctional Center Agency

Description Green Rock Correctional is a state prison that houses over 1000 inmates with a variety of offenses. It is a security level 2-3, meaning offenders have served at least 20 consecutive years.

Program Area Correctional Services



Correctional services for a variety of offenders


Case Management, Documentation, Discharge Planning

Site Requirements


Screenings Criminal/abuse background check, fingerprints (agency will pay)

Clearances Additional paperwork


475 Green Rock Lane, Chatham, VA 24531 434-797-2000

Webpage https://vadoc.virginia.gov/facilities/western/greenrock/

Site Description Students will learn case management skills through working with Institutional Counselors. They will complete assessments and assign case plans based on risks/needs. Students will meet with offender to go over yearly Annual Reviews. They will assist in working on release plans—ensuring offenders have a place to go post-release and all of the needed documentation. They will work on intaking new offenders and will go through the orientation process. Students will also be involved in treatment programs.



Randall Bateman – [email protected]

Community Services Sports Outreach-Open Table

Agency Description

Open Table is a local ministry of Sports Outreach. Their mission is to train congregations and their members, through the Open Table Model, to form communities called Tables that transform the vocational and life experiences of members into tools that individuals in need can use to develop and implement plans that create change. Congregations recruit volunteers who are trained to launch "Tables." The Table members, together with the individual or family being helped establish goals, accountability, develop an overall plan and implement it. Table members network in their congregations and the community for resources to support the plan. Networking resources within our community in order to eliminate poverty, transform lives, and build community through relationships for sustainable change.

Program Area Community Services



Alternative Ministry Training

Practice Skills Information and Referral, Individual Treatment, Needs Assessment

Area

Site Requirements

Transportation Provide own to job site and possibly to community sites to fulfill job description.

Screenings Child abuse and background check

Clearances Open Table Training


150 Linden Ave, Lynchburg, VA

Webpage

Site Description Complete Open Table training and participate on an Open Table. Develop a community resource notebook identifying available services in Lynchburg. Develop a Fidelity Index that will assess consistency of the Open Table model in actual practice. Develop a table member survey and analyze data for continuous quality improvement. Create training that will address the needs of the survey data. Learn how to present the Open Table model to churches. Universities, businesses and nonprofits. Develop training that will focus on how to present Open Table to millennials. Conduct interviews with people in the city to identify needs and available resources. Develop a skills mapping tool that can catalog skills that exist in tables or organizations. Identify the churches and church groups that could be candidates for participation. Write a research paper on the contrast between the social and medical models of assistance.



Neal Massey Rodney Suddith, Back-up

Homeless/Low Income Services

Total Action for Progress Agency

Description Total Action for Progress is a 50-year-old community action organization providing a range of services to low-income individuals in Southwestern Virginia. TAP helps individuals and families achieve economic and personal independence through education, employment, affordable housing, and safe and healthy environments.

Program Area Community Resources



Support and Advocate Services


Education, Community Outreach, Needs Assessment, Service Provision

Site Requirements



Clearances


Roanoke Higher Education Center 108 N. Jefferson St., Suite 509, Roanoke, VA 24016 540-767-6222

Webpage http://www.tapintohope.org

Site Description Students will assist in creating and delivering workshops and mini-lessons for clients, assisting staff in organizing and chaperoning field trips and community service learning opportunities, maintaining client files, assisting clients in completing required paperwork, assist clients with GED and SOL preparation, mentoring clients, assisting staff with group counseling sessions, clerical support. The tasks are similar for both juniors and seniors, though typically the more substantive tasks are led by a senior.

Field Instructor Nick Kline, MSW [email protected]


N/A

No Walls Agency

Description Church-based community development organization aimed at racial reconciliation and poverty alleviation in all its forms

Program Area Community Outreach



Macro Level Practice


Community Assessment, Research, Documentation

Site Requirements


Screenings Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks at students’ expense

Clearances


PO Box 3442, Lynchburg, VA 24503 (434)226-0223

Webpage https://www.nowalls.us

Site Description Students would attend and take minutes from all board meetings, communicate/coordinate our 2nd Saturday community picnic, develop/conduct a community survey of Tulip Street, implement findings of survey and develop relevant programming, provide mental health services as called upon, conduct interviews of ministry recipients and write articles for our newsletter.

Field Instructor Denise Eubank, LCSW [email protected]


Brett Eubank, Director [email protected] 434-846-3441

Rescue Mission of Roanoke Agency

Description The Rescue Mission of Roanoke offers a comprehensive array of services to help people who are burdened by homelessness, disabilities, addictions and abuse. The core services include shelter, meals, clothing and medical assistance. The onsite medical clinic provides medical, dental, mental health and optical are. In addition, the Rescue Mission has a 12-month residential recovery program for men and women battling the disease of addiction.

Program Area Homeless Services



Support Services


Assessment & Evaluation, Case Management, Discharge Planning, Education, Group Facilitation, Service Provision

Site Requirements


Screenings

Clearances


402 4th Street SE Roanoke VA 24013 540-343-7227

Webpage http://rescuemission.net/

Site Description Interns would be trained on completing intakes and assessments, would participate in case management meetings, and would assist with the development of plans to exit homelessness for each individual guest. Interns will help with supervision of the guests, which would include children during times their parent is in a class (only happens 1-2 hours a week, in our chapel, or during meals). Interns will accompany staff to off-site meetings so that can learn the entire continuum of care in the valley. Interns would also have the opportunity to lead a class or group.

As is protocol for staff, each intern would get a full rotation/orientation to every area of the mission, including serving meals, working in our industry division and spending time in our clinic. Prior to starting their internship, students are required

to come in the role of a homeless individual and spend the night, so that they get a basic understanding of who the guests are. This is also a requirement for all staff.



Susan Martin [email protected]

The Lighthouse Community Center of Lynchburg Agency

Description The Lighthouse is a faith-based, non-profit organization serving communities since 2008. Their mission is to show the Love of Christ to others by serving in practical ways, and provide a dignified environment to serve and improve the lives of high-need/low-resource individuals in the north central Virginia counties of Bedford, Amherst, Campbell, and Appomattox, and the cities of Lynchburg and Bedford. They currently provide a range of wrap around supportive services; including serving as a day shelter with a clothing closet, coffee bar, daily devotions, hot buffet lunch, bi-weekly food pantry, bikes for individuals with transportation needs, prison ministry, facilitating resources for ex-offenders, workforce development, and operating a safe house for women in rescue from domestic sex trafficking called Abigail’s House

Program Area Community Center



Community Resources


Documentation, Group Facilitation, Observation, Program Administration

Site Requirements

Transportation Must Provide Own ** Students may need to transport clients to local agencies in the community to receive services**

Screenings

Clearances


1310 Church St., Lynchburg, VA.

(434) 847-5050

Webpage http://thelhcc.org/

Site Description Students will assist with care coordination (assessments to help determine state of crisis such as food insecurity, homelessness, addiction treatment, mental health evaluation) and make appropriate referrals to meet client needs for both Abigail’s House and the Community Center. Other tasks will include assisting with daily operations (soup kitchen and clothing closets) and leading educational groups at the Community Center. Students will also observe individual and group therapy sessions conducted at Abigail’s House.



N/A

Goodwill Industries of the Valley: Workforce Development Agency

DescriptionWorkforceDevelopmentoffersAdults,Youth,andDislocatedWorkersjobseekerservicestoconnecttheirskillswiththelocalworkforce.GoodwilloperatestheWorkforceInnovationandOpportunityAct(WIOA)grantwhichprovidesfundingtoassistindividualswithbarrierstoemployment.Servicesincludeworkreadinessclasses(ResumeWriting,InterviewSkills,TimeManagement,ConflictResolution,etc.),tuitionassistance,supportiveservices,internships,andon-the-jobtraining.

ProgramArea WorkforceDevelopment

TypeofStudent JuniorsandSeniors

SiteCharacteristics

CommunityServices

PracticeSkillsArea

Assessment&Evaluation,CaseManagement,Education,GroupFacilitation,ServiceProvision

SiteRequirements

Transportation MustProvideOwn

Screenings SubmitCriminal,ChildAbuseBackgroundcheck,(Completedthroughagency)

Clearances Studentsalsomustprovideproofofcarinsurance.Internshaveaccesstoagencycars,butmayusepersonalvehiclesattimes(rare).

Address/PhoneNumber

1516 Florida Avenue, Lynchburg VA 24501 (434) 455-5940

Webpage http://www.goodwillvalleys.com/

SiteDescription StudentswillassisttheCaseManager/CareerSpecialistincompletingInitialAssessmentinterviewswithapplicantstotheWIOAYouthWorksprogramtodeterminesuitabilityandaccompanyingtheCaseManagertooutreacheventsinordertobringawarenesstothecommunityaboutWIOAServices,becomeawareofpoliciesandproceduresthatgovernservicedelivery,learnwhatisrequiredofindividualstobecomeeligibleforWIOAServicesandcollectdocumentationtodetermineeligibility.Studentswilldocumentallclientinteractionsindatabaseaccordingtocasenoterequirements,provideideastoimproveWorkReadinessclasses,editPowerPoints,andfacilitategroupsasnecessary.

FieldInstructor EstherYost,BSW(434)[email protected](Juniorsonly),

AgencyFieldCoordinator

N/A

Refugee Services

Commonwealth Catholic Charities: Refugee Resettlement Office

Agency Description

Commonwealth Catholic Charities has worked to alleviate human suffering and restore hope, dignity, and opportunities to Virginia’s residents since 1923. The mission for CCC is to provide quality, compassionate human services to all

people, especially the most vulnerable, regardless of faith. CCC’s offices in Richmond, Roanoke, Hampton Roads, Charlottesville, Petersburg and Norton serve their communities and much of the Commonwealth. It served over 36,000 people in programs last year. More than sixteen different programs serve people in various locations.

Program Area Refugee Resettlement

Type of Student Senior


Support Services for Diverse Populations


Documentation, Education, Information & Referral, Needs Assessment, Research, Service Provision

Site Requirements

Transportation Must Provide Own **If students have a personal car, they can transport clients, only if they are comfortable doing so. Otherwise, they will ride with a staff member to outside appointments**

Screenings Students are required to submit to criminal and child abuse background checks, a DMV check, and substance abuse testing, which are completed through the agency.

Clearances


820 Campbell Avenue SW Roanoke, VA 24016 (540) 342-7561

Webpage http://cccofva.org/services/resettlement-services/

Site Description The student will participate in the preparation for newly arrived refugees which includes: interviewing clients, conducting needs assessments, completing cultural orientations, and documenting all activities in case notes. In addition, the student will assist staff with case file/case note documentation, research community resources and work with different parts of the resettlement team. The student will spend the majority of the time assisting Case Managers, but may also assist the medical, employment and school staff if necessary.



Laura Murphy [email protected]

Agencies Not Participating Next Semester • Lynchburg Department of Human Services: Adult Services Unit • DePaul Community Resources: Developmental Disabilities • DePaul Community Resources: Child and Family Service Division • Patrick Henry: Safe Families • Miriam’s House • Goodwill Industries of the Valley • Adult Care Center • Support Systems, Inc • Centra: Virginia Baptist Hospital: Adult Psychiatric Unit

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