Praciticum Opportunities
Goodwill Neighbors Helping Neighbors (NH) Program provides practicum placements for
undergraduate and graduate social work students. This agency provides opportunities
for students to deepen their knowledge of the unique and varied needs of community
dwelling older adults, and become familiar with the community agencies who provide
many of the necessary services. Students are educated in the Geriatric Social Work
Competencies, trained in clinical assessment and evidenced-based practice which builds
the necessary skills to work in a variety of setting with older adults.
NHN practicum interns include:
- Biopsychosocial assessments
- Clinical documentation
- Weekly client home visits
- Evidenced-based practice
- Inter-professional and community rotations
- Co-facilitate educational and support groups
- Weekly group supervision
- Weekly individual supervision
- Research training