Behavioral Health Internship

Compensation: Academic Credit Available or Volunteer Position with Letter of Recommendation

Voice Up Publishing Incorporated stands at the intersection of family wellness and social justice, dedicated to transforming lives through healthier living practices and equitable access to resources. Our mission is to connect people with their purpose while addressing systemic barriers that impact family well-being.

We seek a visionary Program Officer intern to lead our international outreach initiatives in behavioral health and family wellness. This role combines social justice advocacy with practical program implementation, focusing on creating equitable access to wellness resources and support systems for families across diverse communities.

Core Principles and Required Characteristics:

1. Collaboration in Social Justice:

• Builds coalitions across diverse stakeholder groups, including marginalized communities
• Practices inclusive decision-making that amplifies traditionally silenced voices
• Develops partnerships that address power imbalances in healthcare and family services
• Creates platforms for community-led initiatives and shared leadership
• Demonstrates ability to bridge cultural, socioeconomic, and linguistic differences
• Values collective wisdom and community expertise

1. Humility in Service:

• Acknowledges personal privileges and biases in social justice work
• Maintains a learning stance, especially regarding different cultural approaches to family wellness
• Recognizes and respects community expertise and lived experiences
• Practices active listening and defers to community voices
• Demonstrates openness to feedback and criticism
• Understands the role of cultural humility in health equity work

1. Precision in Program Development:

• Applies evidence-based approaches while honoring traditional and cultural practices
• Develops clear, measurable objectives for social impact
• Creates detailed implementation plans that consider various community needs
• Maintains accurate data collection and reporting systems
• Ensures program evaluation methods are culturally appropriate
• Implements systematic approaches to tracking equity outcomes

1. Patience in System Change:

• Understands the long-term nature of social transformation
• Maintains commitment through setbacks and challenges
• Supports communities through gradual change processes
• Balances urgent needs with sustainable solutions
• Demonstrates resilience in addressing systemic barriers
• Recognizes that meaningful change requires sustained effort

1. Empathy in Action:

• Demonstrates deep understanding of structural inequities' impact on families
• Shows genuine concern for community well-being
• Practices trauma-informed approaches in program development
• Considers emotional and cultural safety in all initiatives
• Maintains boundaries while showing compassion
• Advocates for dignity and respect in service delivery

• Design and implement equity-focused outreach programs
• Lead international initiatives that respect local contexts and cultures
• Mentor students in social justice-oriented program development
• Create measurement tools for tracking social impact
• Develop culturally responsive family support programs
• Build sustainable partnerships with community organizations
• Document and share best practices in equity-centered family support

• Current enrollment in or completion of relevant degree program (Social Work, Public Health, Family Studies, or related field)
• Understanding of social determinants of health and structural inequities
• Experience working with diverse communities
• Strong cultural competency skills
• Ability to work independently while maintaining community connections
• Excellent project management abilities

• Previous work in community organizing or advocacy
• Experience with participatory action research
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practices
• Background in family systems or behavioral health
• Multilingual capabilities
• Experience with virtual program delivery

• Mentorship from experienced social justice advocates
• Exposure to international development practices
• Training in equity-centered program design
• Leadership experience in mission-driven initiatives
• Network building with global change-makers
• Skill development in virtual program management

• Track program outcomes through equity lens
• Gather and analyze community feedback
• Document successful intervention strategies
• Measure international program reach
• Evaluate effectiveness of virtual delivery methods
• Report on social impact indicators

• Flexible, 100% remote work environment
• Academic credit options
• Professional letter of recommendation
• Hands-on social justice leadership experience
• International program development exposure
• Mentorship and professional growth opportunities

Application Process: Send to

1. Submit resume and cover letter
2. Provide statement on social justice philosophy
3. Share example of community engagement experience
4. Include references from community work
5. Participate in values-aligned interview process

Voice Up Publishing Incorporated is committed to creating an anti-racist, inclusive environment that welcomes and values diverse perspectives and experiences. We actively seek applications from individuals representing various backgrounds, particularly those from historically marginalized communities.