Type:
Government
Location:
Morganton, NC
Phone:
(919) 807-4400
Major(s)
Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Human Services, Social Services, Social Work, Sociology, Special Education
Project Objective
The Broughton Hospital Junior Mentor Program is specifically designed to meet four core objectives; to educate youth about mental illness, foster mental health advocacy and leadership, develop career interest in psychiatric healthcare, and provide a service-learning opportunity through volunteerism.
Major Tasks
An intern will be responsible for the general management of youth participants and coordination of program. Research and prepare lesson plans, activities and events to teach students about 28 mental illness, psychiatric care, advocacy organizations, and North Carolina's mental healthcare system. Assist hospital department directors and staff in developing "department specific" mentoring activities that enhance each student's learning experience. Explore partnerships with community agencies and advocacy organizations to schedule guest speakers and events. Perform various operational, marketing, and financial duties that include budget management, grant writing, promotion, press releases, updating handbooks, program policies, surveys, assessments, and evaluations.
Final Product or Outcome
Upon completion of this program, students and interns alike will have acquired a greater knowledge and understanding about mental healthcare to become strong advocate leaders for mental health within their schools, colleges, universities and community.