Internships
Role of the school social work intern
School social work interns are highly valued in the Alton District and are given many of the same responsibilities as social work staff. There are opportunities to work with individuals, groups and families. Interns are expected to work in teaming relationship with parents, students, teachers, counselors, nurses and school psychologists. Interns provide services in small group, individual and in a variety of classroom settings. Interns are involved with linking families with community resources, participating on IEP teams, and implementing behavior supports.
Internship Settings
The Alton School District is able to provide extensive and professional preparation for a career in the school social work field. The current staff of over 20 social workers provide a wide variety of learning experiences and supervision. An effort is made to provide a broad based experience at all levels
Field placements are available to second year graduate students as a concentration level practicum or post MSW working towards school certification. Semester and year long internships can be arranged however interns need to be able to work at least three days per week. The practicum begins in late August and continues through May. Interns will select either an elementary or secondary setting for their core experience. Other grade level experiences and special projects are encouraged and can be arranged.
For inquiries, please contact
Edie Banks, LCSW
North Elementary School
ebanks@altonschools.org
(618) 433-7384
Sonja Collins-Fordson, LCSW
West Elementary School