Volunteers of America (VOA) assist homeless adults aged 18+ that are individuals diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder. Most of our participants are dually diagnosed. Our approach to behavioral health care is holistic person-centered., based on best practices, and focused on positive achievable outcomes. We provide transitional housing (6 months to 2 years). Case management, life skills training, individual/group mental health/substance abuse counseling, financial literacy education, and interviewing skills. Participants live on site. Staff offices are also on site. Social work students play a vital role at VOA. We enjoy working with students that are compassionate, non-judgmental and exhibit and unorthodox stance that will allow individuals to live their best life.
Special Placement
BSW full time, MSW 1st year, MSW 2nd year and Advanced standing, Social Leadership (Formerly SPA) (clinical), part-time BSW and MSW. Students will need their own transportation: however, we are located on a bus route. Students allowed to use the VOA company vehicle to transport participants or visit sites after their background screening and volunteer application has been approved. Students aren't allowed to transport participants in their personal vehicles. Students will not be reimbursed to travel expenses in their own vehicle. There is no stipend available. Students are not required to have liability insurance. VOA has two sites- one is for veterans; the other a combination of civilians and veterans. Students are able to intern at the veteran site Monday- Friday 9 AM to 2 PM/Saturday 1 to 5 PM. Students are able to intern at the civilian site Monday – Friday 9 AM to 11 PM/Saturday 1 to 5 PM.