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Office of Field Education, School of Social Work, University of Pittsburgh
Directory of Agencies and Organizations Representing Field Placements
MSW Program
October 2003 Update
This list is not all inconclusive. It represents many agencies and organizations that have provided information as well as those routinely used for field placements. Students are not to negotiate arrangements for their own field placement unless they have fully discussed this matter with professional staff in the Office of Field Education and have received formal approval to do so. The first step in obtaining a field placement is to complete the Request for Field Placement Form, to prepare a resume´ and to schedule an appointment to meet with a field advisor.
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Introduction
The field placement settings listed offer a “Foundation” experience for graduate social work students. Please refer to the field learning objectives for a “foundation” field placement in your information packet or in the Student Handbook section on “Field Education.” You can also check field placement information on line at www.pitt.edu/~pittssw/ .
Students are not permitted to negotiate or otherwise make arrangements for a field placement on their own. This is a violation of school policy. Students must submit the required materials to request a field placement to the Office of Field Education. A field advisor works individually with each student to plan for and arrange an appropriate field placement.
Students must be registered for field placement in the term in which they are completing field placement. They must also have paid a malpractice premium at the Recorder’s Office before they can begin field placement.
Contents
Introduction…………….…………….…………………………..iiIndex of Agencies……………………………………………… iiiAgencies by Fields of Practice ………………………………. viDirectory Listings ……………………………………………… 1
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Index of Agencies
Action Housing 1Addison Behavioral Care 1Adelphoi Village 1Aliquippa Alliance for Unity and Development 1Allegheny Children’s Initiative 2Allegheny County, Children, Youth, and Family Services 2Alle-Kiske HOPE Center, Inc. 2Alma Illery Medical Center 2Alzheimer Disease Research Center 3Alzheimer Outreach Center 3Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Pittsburgh Chapter 3American Red Cross 3Assisted Living Residence at Weinberg Village 4Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh, Inc. 4Boys and Girls Clubs of Western PA 4Bradley Center, The 4Butler Hospital 5Center for Family Excellence 5Center for Victims of Violent Crime 5Challenges: Options in Aging 5Chartiers Manor House 5Chartiers Mental Health /Mental Retardation Center, Inc. 5Children’s Advocacy Center 6Children’s Hospital 6Community Care Behavioral Health 6Community Human Services 6Competitive Employment Opportunities 6Cornell Abraxas, Center for Adolescent Females 7Crisis Center North 7Diversified Human Services 7Easter Seal Society of Western PA 7Eastern Area Adult Services, Inc. 8Emmaus Community/Pgh. Inc 8Family Services of Western PA 8Focus on Renewal 8Gateway Health Plan 8Gateway Rehabilitation Center 9Glade Run Lutheran Youth and Family Services 9Goodwill Industries of Pittsburgh 9Greenbriar Treatment CenterGwen’s Girls
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HEARTH 10Heritage Valley Health System 10Hill House Association 10Holy Family Institute 11Housing Opportunities Unlimited 11HSAO 11Human Services Center 11Human Services Center Corporation 12Hunger Services Network 12Irene Stacey MH/MR 12Jeanette Hospital 13Jewish Association on Aging 13Jewish Community of Greater Pittsburgh 13Latrobe Area Hospital – Community Mental Health 13Latrobe Area Hospital-Social Work Department 13Lemington Center 13
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Lemington Community Services 14LifeCare Hospital of PittsburghLIfeSpanMagee Women’s Hospital
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Mars Home for Youth 14Mayview 15Mercy Behavioral Health 15Mercy Hospital 15Methodist Union Social Agencies 15Miryam’s 15Mon-Yough Community Services 15Neighborhood Centers Association 16Northside Common Ministries 16Odyssey Health Care 16Parent and Child Guidance Center of Family Links 16Pennsylvania Organization for Women in Early Recovery (POWER) 17Peoples Oakland 17Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force (PATF) 17Program for Female Offenders. Inc. 17Project STAR / The Children’s Institute 18Pyramid Healthcare 18Pyramid Healthcare, Intensive Outpatient Program 18Renewal, Inc 18Riverview Towers Apartments 19Roselia Center, The 19Salvation Army 19Second Chance Inc., A 20Sharp Visions, Inc. 20South Hill Health System-Jefferson Hospital 20Sojourner House 20St. Clair Hospital 21Staunton Clinic 21Tadisco, Inc. 21Three Rivers Adoption Council 21Three Rivers Family Hospice 21Three Rivers Youth 21Tom Merton Center 21United Cerebral Palsy 22University of Pittsburgh, Generations Together 22University of Pittsburgh Student Health Service 22University of Pittsburgh, UCCDP 22UPMC, Presbyterian 23UPMC, Beaver Valley 23UPMC, Braddock 23UPMC, Mathida Theiss Medical Center 23UPMC, McKeesport Hospital 24UPMC, Passavant Hospital 24UPMC, Presbyterian Senior Care 24UPMC, Shadyside Hospital 24UPMC, St. Margaret Hospital 32UPMC, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic-Adolescent Partial 24UPMC, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic - Anxiety and OCD Program
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UPMC, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic - John Merck Child/Adolescent Outpatient
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UPMC, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic – Safe Program 26UPMC, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic-WPIC/Special Services Unit
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UPMC, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic-Eating Disorders 26Ursuline Services 27
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Vintage, Inc. 27Voice 27Washington Communities MH/MR 27Washington Hospital 27Waston Institue 28Wesley Highland Services 28Wesley Acute Partial Program 28West Penn Allegheny 28Wesley Institute 29Westmoreland County, Area Agency on Aging 29Westmoreland County Children’s Bureau 29Womanspace East, Inc. 29Women’s Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh 29Women’s Center of Beaver County 30
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Index of Agencies by Fields of Practice
This directory of field placement agencies is arranged in alphabetical order. However, to assist students in identifying agencies representing their areas of interest, the agencies are also listed by fields of practice. The fields of practice are: Aging / Gerontological Social Work, Alcohol, Drug or Substance Abuse, Child Welfare, Community Planning, Corrections / Criminal Justice, Family Services, Health, Mental Health, Mental Retardation, Rehabilitation, Women's Services, and Other. Many agencies may be listed in more than one field of practice. There are also agencies that have field placements available, but for a range of reasons they may not be listed in this Directory.
It is impossible to keep information up-to date! This Directory should be a stepping stone to engage in discussion with the field advisor from the Office of Field Education in the School of Social Work who is responsible for planning for your field placement.
Aging / Gerontological Social Work
Allegheny County Area Agency on AgingAlzheimer Outreach Research CenterAlzheimer's AssociationAssisted Living Residence at Weinberg VillageDiversified Human ServicesEastern Area Adult Services, Inc.Generations TogetherHRC Manor Care HealthJeannette HospitalJewish Association on AgingJewish Association on Aging, Riverview Center for SeniorsLemington CenterLemington Community ServicesLifeSpanNeighborhood Centers AssociationUniversity of Pittsburgh, Generations TogetherUPMC, Presbyterian Senior CareUrsuline Center, Inc.Vintage, Inc.Westmoreland County Area Agency on Aging
Alcohol, Drug or Substance Abuse
Addison Behavioral CareButler HospitalGreenbrier Treatment CenterMon-Yough Community ServicesPOWER - PA Organization for Women in Early RecoveryProgram for Female OffendersPyramid HealthcareSalvation Army, Public Inebriate ProgramSojourner HouseTadisco, Inc.
Child Welfare
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A Second ChanceAddison Behavioral CareAdelphoi Village, Inc.Allegheny Children’s InitiativeAllegheny County Children, Youth, and Families ServicesBig Brothers and Big SistersBoys and Girls Clubs of Western PABradley Center, TheCenter for Family ExcellenceChildren’s Advocacy CenterGlade Run Lutheran Youth and Family ServicesHill House AssociationHoly Family InstituteMars Home for YouthNeighborhood Centers AssociationParent and Child Guidance Center of Family LinksProject STAR/ The Children’s InstituteRoselia Center of Catholic CharitiesThree Rivers YouthWesley Institute, Inc.Wesley Highland ServicesWestmoreland County Children's Bureau
Community Planning / Development
Aliquippa Alliance for Unity and DevelopmentCommunity Human ServicesCompetitive Employment OpportunitiesFocus on RenewalFamily Services of Western PAHill House AssociationHuman Services Center CorporationHunger Services NetworkJewish Community CenterMon-Yough Community ServicesNorthside Common MinistriesTom Merton Center
Corrections/Criminal Justice
Center for Victims of Violent CrimesCornell-Abraxas Center for Adolescent FemalesProgram for Female OffendersRenewal, Inc
Family Services
American Red CrossCenter for Victims of Violent CrimesCommunity Human ServicesFamily Services of Western PAFocus on Renewal
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Glade Run Lutheran Youth and Family ServicesHoly Family InstituteJewish Community CenterNeighborhood Centers AssociationParent and Child Guidance Center of Family LinksProject STAR / The Children’s InstituteRoselia Center of Catholic CharitiesWesley Highland ServicesWesley Institute, Inc.
General Welfare
Hill House AssociationHuman Services CenterHunger Services NetworkMethodist Union Social AgenciesMon Valley InitiativeNorthside Common MinistriesPittsburgh Commission on Human RelationsSalvation Army
Health
Alma Illery Medical CenterAlzheimer Disease Research CenterAlzheimer Outreach CenterAlzheimer’s Association, Greater Pittsburgh ChapterButler HospitalChildren’s HospitalCommunity Care Behavioral HealthFamily Services of Western PAFocus on RenewalGateway Health PlanGateway Rehabilitation CenterHeritage Valley Health System, Sewickley Valley HospitalJeannette HospitalLatrobe Area Hospital-Social Work DepartmentLemington CenterLifeCare Hospital of PittsburghMercy HospitalMon-Yough Community ServicesPittsburgh AIDS Task ForceSouth Hills Health System-Jefferson HospitalUniversity of Pittsburgh Student Health ServiceUPMC, Beaver ValleyUPMC, Braddock Medical CenterUPMC, Presbyterian UPMC, Mathilda Theiss Medical CenterUPMC, McKeesport HospitalUPMC, Passavant Hospital UPMC, Shadyside HospitalUPMC, St. Margaret Memorial HospitalWashington HospitalWest Penn Allegheny System
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Mental HealthChartiers MH/MR Center, Inc.Crisis Center NorthDiversified Human ServicesFamily Services of WPA, Allegheny Valley MH/MRIrene Stacey MH/MRLatrobe Area Hospital-Community Mental HealthMercy Behavioral HealthPeoples' OaklandSewickley Valley Hospital, Staunton ClinicUPMC-Western Psychiatric Institute and ClinicWashington Communities MH/MRWesley Acute PartialWhale's Tale of Family Links
Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities
Allegheny East MH/MRChartiers MH / MR Center, Inc.Easter SealsGoodwill Industries, Inc.Irene Stacey MH / MRSharp Vision, Inc.United Cerebral PalsyWatson Institute
Rehabilitation
Goodwill Industries of PittsburghPeoples' OaklandUnited Cerebral Palsy
Women's Services
Alle-Kiske HOPE Center, Inc.Center for Victims of Violent CrimesCrisis Center NorthPOWER - PA Organization for Women in Early RecoveryProgram for Female Offenders, Inc.Sojourner HouseWomanspace East, Inc.Women’s Center and Shelter of Greater PittsburghWomen’s Center of Beaver County
Action Housing Inc.817 E. Pittsburgh PlazaEast Pittsburgh, PA 15112
http://www.actionhousing.org
Housing development organization that attempts to improve conditions for low income people in a variety of communities. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: advocacy, case management, community assessment/planning, and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, group work and case management. For the COSA student: grassroots organizing/consumer-community advocacy, coalition/team building, human resources and program/service evaluation. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. A car is needed for community outreach.
Addison Behavioral Care5937 Broad Street MallSuites 226 & 227Pittsburgh, PA 15206
http://www.abcpgh.org
This is a non-profit substance abuse agency that offers Student Assistant Programs, Family Empowerment Programs, in-home services, outpatient treatment, and respite care. Learning opportunites for the Generalist student include: education and prevention, advocacy, case management, outreach efforts, and behavior modification. For the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, in-home intervention, family therapy, behavior modification, group work, case management, and counseling. A car would be helpful for home visits. The agency is accessible by bus. Act 33/34 clearances required.
Adelphoi Village1003 Village WayLatrobe, PA 15650
http://www.adelphiovillage.org
A series of group homes for helping boys (ages 13 - 18) with problem backgrounds. It is considered a total rehabilitation program that offers family treatment as well as collaboration with schools and others that may be involved with the residents. Field placements are also available for foster care, family counseling, day -treatment, and supervised apartments. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education /prevention, case management, and behavior modification. For the Direct Practice student: a variety of counseling programs and case management. For the COSA student: opportunities in human resource management. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. A car is needed for community outreach. Supervision is available on week-ends and evenings.
Aliquippa Alliance for Unity and Development524 Franklin Ave.Aliquippa, PA 15001
http://www.aaud.org
An innovative community organization formed in 1984 to work for the survival and recovery of a hard hit mill town where 10,000 jobs have been lost. Major activities include a one-stop human service center, incubator for new small businesses, a community development corporation, training and community education programs for youth and adults, planning and bricks and mortar development and a community arts program, including a major site specific contemporary arts event. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education / prevention, advocacy, community assessment / planning and outreach efforts. For the COSA student: board development/governance, foundation work, grassroots organizing, coalition/team building, fundraising, human resources, organizational development, community planning/economic development, grant /proposal development and program/service evaluation. A car is needed for community outreach.
Allegheny Children's Initiative, Inc.24 S. 18th Street, 2nd FloorPittsburgh, PA 15203-1726
This is a community-based program that provides services to children and families as an alternative to institutionalization with a managed behavioral health focus. Field placement opportunities are available with the in-home case management for children with psychiatric and behavioral issues. Services are also offered to children who are dealing with multiple systems. Learning opportunities for the
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Generalist student include: administrative, brokering/mediation, education/prevention, advocacy, intensive case management, evaluating services/programs, behavior modification, community assessment/planning and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, family therapy, school social work, discharge planning, case management, group work and psychotherapy/counseling. For the COSA student: board and foundation work, grassroots organizing, mediation, public analysis, coalition building, human resources, organizational public relations, community planning grant/proposal development, and program evaluation. Administrative placements for the COSA students also available. ACT 33/34 and Medical Screening for TB is required. A car is needed for community outreach. Supervision is available during evenings and week-ends. Most hours of placements are done during these hours.
Allegheny County, Children, Youth, & Family Services400 Lexington AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15208
www.county.allegheny.pa.us
Child protection service to children at risk of maltreatment by their caretakers; includes in-home services, out-of-home protective custody, and permanency planning services. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: advocacy, administrative, education/prevention advocacy, case management, evaluating service/programs, behavior modification, community assessment/planning and outreach efforts; for the Direct Practice students: advocacy, crisis intervention, family therapy, in home intervention, behavior modification, and case management. For the COSA student: grass roots organizing, public/social policy analysis, coalition / team building, public relations/ marketing, and program/service evaluation. Act 33/34 clearances required. Evening hours available. A car may be needed for home visitation.
Alle-Kiski Hope Center, Inc.P.O. Box 67Tarentum, PA 15084
http://www.akhopecenter.org
This Center provides a hot-line and a shelter for victims of domestic abuse. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education / prevention, advocacy (individual and systems), case management, evaluating services/programs, community assessment /planning and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, case management, group work and empowerment counseling. ACT 33/34 clearances required. A car is needed for community outreach. Some supervised evening and week-end hours.
Alma Illery Medical Center7227 Hamilton Ave.Pittsburgh, PA 15208
A community-based health center that provides a variety of health and social services. There is also a Teen HIV Prevention Program that provides education to community groups. Learning opportunities for Generalist students include: education / prevention, advocacy, case management, outreach efforts , training in maternal/child health and community health / public health issues. ACT 33/34 clearances required. A car is preferred for home visits.
Alzheimer Disease Research CenterUPMC-Montefiore Hospital200 Lothrop St.Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2582
http://www.ardc.pitt.edu
This program provides services related to Alzheimer Disease for a wide range of clients. Students may choose form support groups, psychosocial assessments, information and referral, newsletter, public speaking, or research activities. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education / prevention, case management and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student: family diagnostic conference, geriatric social work, case management, group work, and psychotherapy/counseling. A car is
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preferred for community outreach.
Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Pittsburgh1323 Forbes Ave.Suite 200Pittsburgh, PA 15219-4725
http://www.alzpa.org
Founded in 1988, the Greater Pittsburgh Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association serves to assist family caregivers with the telephone Help Line, caregiver training classes, conferences, workshops, and monthly support groups. Also provided is staff training to hospitals, nursing homes, adult day care centers, in-home agencies, et. Short term care management is provided over the telephone or in the caregiver’s home. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: case management. A car is helpful for home visits.
Alzheimer's Outreach Center1835 Center Ave.Suite 230Pittsburgh, PA 15219
This program is the community satellite program for the Alzheimer Disease Research Center at the UPMC and provides clinical, educational and referral services to individuals and families. This placement has several opportunities with working with outreach in a low income neighborhood with primarily a minority population. A clinic is available for clients where social workers provide psychosocial assessments with a multidisciplinary team approach. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education / prevention, advocacy, case management and community assessment. For the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, family therapy, in-home intervention, geriatric social work, and case management. For the COSA student: grass roots organizing/consumer-community advocacy, mediation, community planning and program / service evaluation. A car is helpful for community outreach. Limited supervised evening and week-ends hours are available.
American Red Cross Southwestern PA Chapter225 Blvd. Of the AlliesPittsburgh, PA 15230
A nationally known social service agency concerned with Emergency Services and Disaster Relief. There are 14 independent chapters in the ten-county Pittsburgh region. Disaster Services Program provides relief assistance to victims of disaster both locally and nationally. The Armed Forces Program deals with military members and their families who reside in the Pittsburgh area. The International Social Services Program deals with assisting victims of worn torn nations and helps to reunite Holocaust survivors. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, brokering/mediation, education/prevention, advocacy, case management, evaluating services/programs, community assessment/planning, and outreach efforts. CPR and First Aid training required. A car is required for community outreach. Evening, week-end, on-call availability may be necessary.
Assisted Living Residence at Weinberg Village300 JHF DrivePittsburgh, PA 15217
This is a multi-component facility that addresses the needs of older adults. Field placement in the Social Service Department would involve the development and use of problem-solving skills with individuals, families and groups. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative work, education/prevention, advocacy, case management, evaluating services/programs, behavior modification, community assessment/planning and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, family support, in-home intervention, behavior modification, discharge planning/Medical social work, geriatric social work, psychiatric social work, case management, and group work. Supervised evening and week-ends are available.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh, Inc.5989 Penn Circle SouthPittsburgh, PA 15206
http://www.bbbspgh.org
This is a prevention-oriented service of one-to-one adult friendship, guidance, and companionship to youngsters from single parent families and other children identified as at risk. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: case management and outreach efforts. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. A car is needed for community outreach. A supervised evening and weekend placement is available.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Western PA5432 Butler StreetPittsburgh, PA 15201
http://www.bgcwpa.org
Counseling, referral, educational guidance, work training, tutoring, vocational guidance, and youth employment are services that this organization provides to help youngsters to plan, set goals, and lead members into resolving problems, and provide opportunities to develop basic skills for education and work. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education / prevention and case management. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. A supervised field placement with some evening and week-end hours may be available.
Bradley Center, The3710 Saxonburg RoadPittsburgh, PA 15238
http://www.thebradleycenter.org
Behavioral Health (Residential and therapeutic, foster care services for children who have been diagnosed as having some type of mental health or learning disability) focus. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education / prevention, advocacy, case management, evaluating service/programs, behavior modification, community assessment/planning and outreach. For the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, family therapy, in-home intervention, school social work, behavior modification, discharge planning/Medical social work, psychiatric social work, case management, group work, and psychotherapy/counseling. For the COSA student: foundation work, grassroots organizing/consumer-community advocacy, fundraising/financial management, human resources, organizational development, public relations/marketing, grant/proposal development. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Medical Screening with TB screening is required. A car is needed for home visits and for community outreach. Supervision on weekends and evenings available.
Butler Memorial Hospital911 E. Brady St.Butler, PA 16001
www.butlerheathsystem.org
This is a community hospital which has placement opportunities in the Case Management Department and in the Recovery Unit (psychiatric and drug and alcohol). Learning opportunities for the Generalist and Direct Practice student include: case management, discharge planning/Medical social work, geriatric social work, and psychiatric social work. Focus is on problem-solving and Direct Practice skills. Medical screening is required prior to placement.
Center for Victims of Violent Crime900 5th AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15219-4737
This organization provides comprehensive services to all victims of violent crime, including rape, incest, assault and homicide. Particular focus on crisis intervention, advocacy and case management skills and violence prevention programs. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education/prevention, advocacy, case management, and outreach efforts. For the COSA student: foundation work, grassroots organizing, program/service evaluation, and curriculum development. ACT 33/34 clearances required. A car is preferred for community outreach.
Challenges: Options in Aging Options in Aging provides services for elder adults in Lawrence
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2706 Mercer RoadNew Castle, PA 16105
County. They provide information and referrals, run sernior centers, provide in home community service as well as ensuring that seniors have protective services and assure that staff help maintain and maximize the abilities of the consumers. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include care management, in home services and senior centers.
Chartiers Manor House700 Carothers AvenueCarnegie, PA 15106
This agency is a sub-division of Chartiers Mental Health and Mental Retardation. This is a residential facility. Learning opportunies for the Generalist include: evaluating services and programs, behavior modification, documentation, and treatment planning; for the Direct Practice student: behavior modification, geriatric social work, psychiatric social work, case and care management, group work, and psychotherapy/counseling. Act 33/34 Clearances are required. Supervision during the weekends available.
Chartiers Mental Health / Mental Retardation Center, Inc.437 Railroad StreetBridgeville, PA 15017
Comprehensive mental health and mental retardation program that provides services to twenty-one communities in the South Hills. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education/prevention, advocacy, and case management. For the Direct Practice student: advocacy, family therapy, discharge planning/Medical social work, geriatric social work, psychiatric social work, case management, group work, and psychotherapy / counseling. For the COSA student: board development / governance, public / social policy, human resources / volunteer recruitment development, public relations/marketing, community planning /economic development and program/service evaluation. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Physical required only for Manor House.
Children's Advocacy Center1001 E. Washington StreetNew Castle, PA 16101
A children's advocacy agency that co-ordinates with other child protective agencies and provides therapy for abused and neglected children and their families. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education and prevention, advocacy, case management, and behavior modification. Learning opportunities for the Direct Practice student include: family therapy, in-home intervention, school social work, and group work. Act 33/34 clearances required. A car would be helpful for home visits.
Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh3705 Fifth AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15213
A regional and urban teaching hospital with a special focus on comprehensive health services to children. Field placement opportunities which focus on problem-solving and interpersonal skills exist in the Clinical Social Work Department. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education/prevention and case management. For the Direct Practice student: advocacy, family therapy, discharge planning/Medical social work, case management, and psychotherapy/counseling. ACT33/34 clearances are required. Medical screening is needed before beginning placement.
Community Cares Behavioral Health112 Washington PlaceChatham One Suite 610Pittsburgh, PA 15219
This in a managed care initiative in which Allegheny County MH/MR, WPIC, and St. Francis are partners under HealthChoices. Learning opportunities for Generalist and Direct Practice students include: risk assessment and case management with a network of regional providers and consumers; for the COSA student: organization / advocacy, education and training, outreach efforts, financial management, grant and proposal writing, and program evaluation
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Community Human Services374 Lawn StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213
A neighborhood corporation in Oakland which provides comprehensive human services including nutritional, residential, homemaker, and youth programs, outreach, and homeless services. Placement opportunities concentrate on problem-solving skills with individuals, families, and communities. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: case management, community assessment/planning, and outreach efforts; for the COSA student: grass roots organizing/advocacy, coalition/team building, human resources, community planning and program evaluation. ACT 33/34 clearances are required.
Competitive Employment Opportunities5231 Penn AvenueSuite 300 Champion Commons BuildingPittsburgh, PA 15224
This agency provides job development and supports on-the-job training and follow up services for individuals with psychiatric and physical incognitive disabilities. CEO places these individuals in competitive positions with employers from the Allegheny County area. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: case and care management, evaluating services and programs, behavior modification, and outreach efforts. Act 33/34 Clearances are required. A car is necessary for community outreach. Supervision during evenings and weekends available.
Cornell Abraxas Center for Adolescent Females437 Turrett St.Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Long-term residential program for delinquent/dependent adolescent females with multiple problems: substance use and mental health disorders, legal problems, family/relationship problems and educational/vocational deficits. Focus is on holistic approach to treatment. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education/prevention , case management, behavior modification, substance abuse treatment, and women’s issues counseling. ACT 33/34 clearances and Medical screening are required. Supervision is available on evenings and week-ends.
Crisis Center NorthPO Box 101093Pittsburgh, PA 15237
This is a domestic violence counseling program which offers 24-hour crisis hotline, legal and Medical advocacy, individual and support group counseling, information and referral, safe home network, and career development. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education/prevention, advocacy, case management, evaluating services, and outreach efforts; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, family therapy, group work, and psychotherapy/counseling; for the COSA student: human resources, public relations / marketing, grant proposal development, and program / service evaluation. Act 33/34 clearances and Medical screening are required. 40 hr. abuse training needed.
Diversified Human ServicesEastgate #8Monessen, PA 15016
http://www.sphs.org
Diversified Human Services, Inc. operates three major program divisions. The Mental Health/Mental Retardation division provides comprehensive services to Mon Valley residents in order to assist in maximizing their potential for productive lives. The Child Care Division provides educational and supportive services to families. The Services to the Aging Division provides Senior Center and Nutrition Services, Elder Care, and many in-home supports to Mon Valley residents. This is a learning opportunity for Generalist and Direct Practice students in a community mental health center.
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Easter Seal Society of Western PA632 Fort Duquesne BoulevardPittsburgh, PA 15222
This non-profit organization has an early intervention program, an approved private school and adult rehabilitation services. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education/prevention, advocacy, case management, and behavior modification; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, in-home intervention, school social work, behavior modification, and case management; for the COSA student: coalition/team building, fundraising/financial management, and grant/proposal development. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Medical screening needed. A car is very helpful home visits.
Eastern Area Adult Services, Inc.901 West St.Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
http://www.eaas.net
This is a subcontractor of the Allegheny County Dept. of Aging. EAAS administers a wide variety of services to senior citizens. Field placement would involve problem-solving skills with individuals, families, groups, and organizations. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, case management, evaluating services/programs and outreach efforts, in-home intervention and geriatric social work. For the COSA student: human resources, organizational development, public relations/marketing, and program/service evaluation. Act 33/34 clearances are required. A car is needed for home visits.
Emmaus Community/Pgh. Inc.2821 Sarah StreetPittsburgh, PA 15203
This agency is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to serving the needs of persons with developmental disabilites and mental retardation. Learning opportunies for the Generalist include: education and prevention, advocacy, care and care management, outreach efforts, and in-home help; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, in-home intervention, and case and care management; for the COSA student: grassroots organization/consumer-community advocacy, fundraising and financial management, human resources and volunteer recruitment, organizational development, public relations and marketing, grant and proposal development, and program and service evaluation. Act 33/34 Clearances are required. A car is necessary for Direct Practice Only for home visits. A physical within 12 months of start date are required for Direct Practice only.
Family Services of Western PA3230 William Pitt WayPittsburgh, PA 15238
http://www.fswp.org/
This family-oriented agency provides a broad range of services including outpatient counseling for individual, couples and groups; case management and intensive case management; school-based counseling services and consultation and education services to schools. Learning opportunities for the Generalist, Direct Practice or COSA students. Placement opportunities are also available in the Foster Care Component. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. A car is needed if placement is in foster care for home visits. Some evening and weekend hours available
Focus on Renewal701 Chartiers Ave.McKees Rocks, PA 15136
http://www.pitt.edu/~uclid/Forsto-htm
This multipurpose community agency offers many direct services to residents, including a Parental Skills Program and a Health Care Center. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, brokering/mediation, education/prevention, advocacy, case management, behavior modification, community assessment & planning, outreach and parent group leadership; for the Direct
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Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, school social work, behavior modification and group work; for the COSA student: grass roots organizing/ advocacy and coalition/team building. ACT 33/34 clearances are required A car is needed for the parenting program for community outreach.
Gateway Health Plan2 Chatham Center Suite 500Pittsburgh, PA 15219
http://www.gatewayhealthplan.com
A Medical Assistance managed care company in which social workers provide case management services. Learning opportunities for the MSW (1st year) Generalist student include: education/prevention, case management and outreach efforts.
Gateway Rehabilitation CenterR.D.#2-Moffett Run RoadAliquippa, PA 15001
http://www.gatewayrehab.org
An adult and adolescent drug /alcohol rehabilitation outpatient program. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education/prevention, case management, evaluating services, behavior modification and outreach efforts; for the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, family therapy, limited school social work, behavior modification, discharge planning/Medical social work, case management, EAP counseling, group work and psychotherapy/counseling; for COSA students: foundation work and fundraising opportunities. ACT 33/34 clearances are needed. All sites have some supervised evening hours. Placement sites available in McMurray, Greensburg, Monroeville, Braddock, Cranberry and Greentree.
Glade Run Lutheran Youth and Family ServicesP.O. Box 70Beaver RoadZelienople, PA 16063
This organization offers field placement possibilities for the Generalist and Direct Practice students in the school based partial hospitalization program, serving clients between ages 14-21, however may waiver in younger clients. Offers programs in children’s mental health and child welfare services administration. ACT 33/34 clearances and Medical screening required.
Good Grief Center510 Tenth StMunhall, PA 15120
http://www.ggconline.org
his is a private non-profit agency that is a resource center for bereaved individuals. Students will engage in supportive listening with clients and provide referrals. Learning opprotunities for the Generalist student (1st year) include: adminisrative duties, education/prevention, evaluating services, peer support, and outreach efforts. For the COSA student(no stipend available): grassroots organizing, social policy analysis, public relations, grant proposal, fundraising, and organizational development.
Goodwill Industries of Pittsburgh2600 East Carson St.Pittsburgh, PA 15203
http://www.goodwillpitt.org
This organization provides vocational, rehabilitation and training services to persons with special needs and emergency food / furniture to the economically disadvantaged. This agency is very large with several diverse learning opportunities for Generalist, Direct Practice and COSA students. Medical screening and Act 33/34 clearances are required. A car is needed for community outreach. Some evening and week-end hours are available.
Greenbriar Treatment CenterTwin Towers, Suite 3654955 Steubenville PikePittsburgh, PA 15205
http://www.greenbriar.net
An adult and adolescent drug /alcohol rehabilitation outpatient program. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education/prevention, case management, evaluating services, behavior modification and outreach efforts; for the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, family therapy, limited school social work, behavior modification, discharge planning/Medical social work, case management, group work and psychotherapy/counseling. ACT 33/34 clearances are needed. All sites have some evening
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hours, but no supervised Saturday or Sunday hours except at the Washington location. The Washington site offers detoxification, inpatient, and dual-diagnosis programs in addition to the outpatient programs.
Gwen's Girls c/o Hill House Associates1835 Centre AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15219
http://www.gwensgirls.org
Gwen's Girls is a preventative service that serves females only. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include administrative duties, brokering/mediation, education and prevention, advocacy, case/care management, evaluating services/programs, behavior modification, community assessment and planning and outreach efforts. Learning opportunities for the Direct Practice student include advocacy, crisis intervention, family therapy, in-home intervention, school social work, behavior modification, discharge planning/Medical social work, case/care management and group work. Learning opportunities that exist for the COSA student include: board development/governance, grassroots organizing/consumer-community advocacy, coalition/team building, fundraising/financial management, human resources/volunteer recruitment development, organizational development, public relations/marketing, grant and poropsal development and porgram/service evaluation. Act 33/34 clearances are required. A car and car insurance are required.
HEARTH4540 Perrysville AvePittsburgh, PA 15229
www.hearth-bp.org
Benedictine Place exists to serve and empower women who have dependent children, who are in need of transitional housing as a result of homelessness and who are committed to work toward self-sufficiency. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include administrative duties, advocacy, case/care management, evalutating services/programs, community assessment/planning and outreach efforts. Learning opportunities for the Direct Practice student include crisis intervention, family therapy, case/care management and counseling. Administrative placement fo the COSA student also available. Learning opportunities include fundraising/financial management, human resources/volunteer recruitment development, public relations/marketing, grant and proposal development and program/service evaluation. Some supervised evening hours are available. Computers used for reports. Safety training provided. Act 33/34 clearances are required.
Heritage Valley Health System - Sewickley Valley Hospital720 Blackburn RoadSewickley, PA 15143
This is a suburban hospital that offers a field placement in the Department of Case Management Services. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include; administrative, case management and community assessment/planning. Learning opportunities for the Direct Practice student include; crisis intervention,in-home intervention, discharge planning, Medical social work, geriatric social work and case management. Medical screening and Act 33/34 clearances are required.
Hill House Association1835 Centre AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15219
www.hillhouse.ckp.edu/www/index.html
A neighborhood organization which provides a wide range of services to residents. Field placement opportunities vary and are available for Generalist and COSA students. Act 33/34 clearances are required. A car is helpful for community outreach.
Holy Family Institute8235 Ohio River BoulevardPittsburgh, PA 15202
This agency offers residential/in-home/school treatment programs for at-risk children and adolescents and their families. Responsibilities include assessment, treatment planning and solution-focused
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http://www.hfi-pgh.org
therapy. This agency is interested in joint MSW/M.Div. Students for Generalist and Direct Practice. An administrative placement for the COSA student is available. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. A drug screen is also required. In some programs may be able to offer supervised evening and weekend hours. A car is preferred for home visits and for community outreach.
Housing Opportunities Unlimited420 Burrows StPittsburgh, PA 15213
HOU is an independently owned company that provides direct resident services in public and subsidized housing as well as consulting assistance to housing providers. This new site provides case management and tenant council services to the new and refurbished dwellings in Aliquippa and Robinson Terrace. Learning opportunities for the Foundation student include: education, prevention, case management, outreach efforts, crisis intervention and in-home intervention. Learning opportunities for the COSA student include: grassroots organizing/consumer-community advocacy, coalition/team building, fundraising/financial management, community planning/economic development and grant proposal writing.
Human Services Administration Organization (HSAO)2801 Custer AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15227
This agency in conjunction with the LIFE project, the RTF group, and Adult Forensic unit provides enhanced case management services to adolescent who are considered high risk. Learning opportunites for the Generalist student include: education and prevention, advocacy, case/care management, and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student: advocacy, in-home intervention, behavior modification, discharge planning, and case/care management. For the COSA student: coalition/team building, and program/service evaluation. Oppportunites exist for a Social Administration placement. Act 33/34 Clearances required. A car is needed for home visits and community outreach efforts.
Human Services Center130 W. North St.New Castle, PA 16101
This is a comprehensive multi-site community mental health/mental retardation agency. A variety of learning opportunities exist for all levels of students. The learning opportunities for the Generalist student include; case management, assessment, outreach, group work, and behavior modification. Learning experiences for the Direct Practice student include; crisis intervention, family therapy, group work, individual and marital counseling.
Human Services Center Corporation519 Penn Ave.Turtle Creek, PA 15145
http://www.hscc-mvpc.org/
Management of a human services "mall" housing over 15 agencies and programs serving over 20 of Mon Valley communities. Field placement opportunities include coordination of community outreach programs (Generalist), fundraising activities, community research and organization of human services providers through the Mon Valley Providers Council (community organization). Problem-solving skills can be applied with individuals, families, groups, communities and organizations. A team of interns in placement is integral to the programs. Working knowledge of Word –4-Windows and an understanding of the service area are essential. Learning opportunities for the Generalist include: administrative, brokering/mediation, education/prevention, advocacy, evaluating services/programs, community assessment /planning and outreach efforts. For the COSA student: public/social policy analysis, coalition/team building, fundraising financial management, organizational development, public relations/marketing, grant/proposal writing and program/service evaluation. ACT33 /34
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clearances are required for certain programs. Flexible evening hours available for after school program only. A car is preferable for community outreach.
Hunger Services Network204-37th. StreetPittsburgh, PA 15201-1859
www.hungerservices.org
This agency provides county-wide emergency food assistance and pre-screening for food stamp eligibility, with a special focus on education, training, and employment for welfare mothers. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative and managerial experience. For the COSA student: board development/governance, foundation work, fundraising/financial management, human resources, organizational development, public relations/marketing, and grant/proposal development. Evening and week-end supervision available.
Irene Stacy MH/MR112 Hillvue AvenueButler, PA 16001
A community mental health/mental retardation organization with nineteen different programs including partial hospitalization, transitional living, site-based psychiatric rehab, mobile psychiatric rehabilitation, and outpatient services for children and adults and seniors, in-home services for families and student assistance programs. New programs include "Mobile Meds” and Residential Services. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: case management, behavior modification and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, behavior modification, discharge planning, psychiatric social work, case management, group work and psychotherapy/counseling. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Supervision available some evenings and week-ends.
Jeannette Memorial Hospital600 Jefferson AveJeannette, PA
A community hospital with a primary emphasis on working with a Geriatric population.ACT33/34 clearances are required. A car is needed to get to this site.
Jewish Association on Aging200 JHF DrivePittsburgh, PA 15217
http://www.jaapgh.org
This association comprises multiple components within a long term care continuum, such as adult day service, nursing home, assisted living, community based care. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, advocacy, case management, and evaluating services/programs; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, geriatric social work, and case management; for the COSA student: coalition/team building, fundraising financial management, organizational development, public relations/marketing, grant/proposal development and program/service evaluation. Medical screening and ACT 33/34 clearances are required.
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh5738 Forbes AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15217
http://www.jccpgh.org
A neighborhood organization which offers a range of services to a diverse clientele. Field placement would concentrate on problem-solving skills and program development. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: evaluating services/programs, community assessment/planning and outreach efforts; for the COSA student: grassroots organizing, human resources, grant/proposal development and program/service evaluation.ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Some evening and week-end hours may be available.
Latrobe Area Hospital, Community Mental Health Center121 W. Second Avenue
This community mental health center is located in a hospital-setting. Field placements for the Generalist and Direct Practice student are available in the partial hospitalization program. Learning
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Latrobe, PA 15650 opportunities for the Generalist student include case/care management, evaluating services/programs, behavior modification. For the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, behavior modification, case/care management and group work. Medical screening is required.
Latrobe Area Hospital, Social Work Service Department121 W. Second AvenueLatrobe, PA 15650
This community general hospital has field placement possibilities in the Social Work Service Department. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, brokering/mediation, education/prevention, advocacy, and case management; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, discharge planning/Medical social work, geriatric social work, case management and EAP counseling. Flexible hours are available. Medical screening is required. Evening hours may be available.
Lemington Center1625 Lincoln AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15206
A skilled and intermediate nursing facility. Long term geriatric focus. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: brokering/mediation, education/prevention, advocacy, case management, evaluating services/programs, behavior modification, community assessment/planning; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, family services, behavior modification, discharge planning/Medical social work, geriatric and case management. Medical Screening is required.
Lemington Community Services1625 Lincoln AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15206
A full service senior center with Day Program for fragile seniors providing education, exercise, nutrition and socialization. Learning opportunities in new outreach program conducting mental and physical assessments and providing care giver support. Learning opportunites for the Generalist student include: advocacy, case and care management, and outreach efforts; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, case and care management, geriatric social work, and psychiatric social work; for the COSA student: coalition and team building, grassroots organizing and consumer-community advocacy, and public relations /marketing. Car would be helpful for community outreach. Act 34 Clearances are required. Medical Screening is required.
LifeCare Hospital of Pittsburgh225 Penn Ave.Pittsburgh, PA 15221
A specialty hospital offering treatment to patients who need acute care for an extended period, including ventilator dependent patients. Other services include a Rehabilitation Unit and a Geriatric Psychiatric Unit. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: advocacy and case management. For the Direct Practice students: the same with the addition of psychiatric , geriatric, and Medical social work along with discharge planning.
LifeSpan314 E. Eigth AveHomestead, PA 15120
http://www.trfn.clpgh.org/lifespan
A subcontractor of the Allegheny County Area of Aging. This community service provider offers a gerontology focused opportunity through the care management department and at 12 senior centers. The care management program involves home visits,case coordination and guardianship experiences. The senior centers offers social,educational,health oriented programming to well senior citizens. Development of problem solving,case management and some social administration skills available for MSW level students only. ACT 33/34 clearances required. A car is necessary for home visits.
Magee Women's Hospital This hospital specializes in obstetrics, gynecology, genetics,
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300 Halket StreetRoom 2210Pittsburgh, PA 15213
http://www.magee.edu
infertility, gynecology/oncology and neonatology. Opportunities are available in various areas of the hospital through the Medical Social Work Department. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education/prevention and advocacy . For the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, discharge planning/Medical social work, group work and psychotherapy/counseling. Medical screening is required.
Mars Home for Youth521 Route 228P.O. Box 867Mars, PA 16046
Residential treatment services for boys and girls, foster care, alternative education and community based counseling and therapy services. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education and prevention, case management and behavior modification. For the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, family therapy, in-home intervention, school social work, group work and counseling. For the COSA student: evaluating programs and grant proposal development. Medical screening and Act 33/34 clearances required. Evenings and weekends available. Provides safety training.
Mayview State Hospital1601 Mayview RoadBridgeville, PA 15017
Mental health treatment services from children to geriatrics, including a forensic unit, a unit for the deaf, a research unit for medications (in conjunction with WPIC) and bridge housing. Direct Practice placement possibilities are available in the Social Service Department, Child and Adolescent Unit, and Southwest Habilitation Center (for MR). An administrative placement for COSA is available in the Social Service Department.
Mercy Behavioral Health412 E. CommonsPittsburgh, PA 15213andSuite 200-Birmingham Towers21st and Wharton StreetsPittsburgh, PA 15203
http://www.mercybh.org
A community mental health center providing mental health, mental retardation and alcohol and other drug services in a number of locations. Programs include treatment and rehabilitation services, residential services and case management. There are two partial hospitalization programs. There are three adult and three child/adolescent outpatient programs. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education and prevention, case/care management, and behavior modification. Learning opportunities for the Direct Practice student include: crisis intervention, family therapy, in-home intervention, geriatric social work, psychiatric social work, group work, and psychotherapy / counseling. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Administrative placements for the COSA student are available. Some supervised evening hours are available.
Mercy Hospital1400 Locust StreetPittsburgh, PA 15219
http://www.mercylink.org
This is a large urban teaching hospital. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education and prevention, advocacy, and case management in the medical surgical units, emergency department, and gerontology center. Medical screening is required.
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Methodist Union Social Agencies131 East Ninth AveHomestead, PA 15217
http://www.musal.org
This neighborhood center assesses the need for and provides human and social services to individuals and families and promotes cooperation among organizations in the Steel Valley that seek to meet basic needs and to enhance the quality of life. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Generalist student(1st year).
Miryam’s1410 Fifth ave.Pittsburgh, PA 15219
This is a comprehensive mental health program for mentally ill homeless women and homeless women with special needs not served by other sheltering programs in Allegheny County. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: problem solving skills in the Day Shelter/Treatment Program, Residence Program or Community Support Aftercare Program. Possibility of evening and weekend hours. A car is preferred for community outreach.
Mon-Yough Community Services500 Walnut Street-1st FloorMcKeesport, PA 15132
http://www.mycs.org
An outpatient community mental health center with a wide array of social, mental health, mental retardation, and chemical dependency services. Corrections program extends into Western Penitentiary and SCIP in Greensburg and is associated with the Ielase Forensic Institute. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education / prevention, utilization review, advocacy and behavior modification; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, behavior modification, group work and psychotherapy / counseling. ACT 33/34 clearances are required.
Neighborhood Centers Association1439 N. Franklin St.Pittsburgh, PA 15233
A private non-profit neighborhood-based organization located on the North Side of Pittsburgh that offers services in the following areas: Family Preservation/Reunification (intensive in-home work with families in the Children and Youth Services System); case management, life skills training and counseling to low income dysfunctional families; various academic, socialization and recreational programs for youth; and a senior citizens program. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education / prevention, case management, community assessment /planning and outreach efforts; for the Direct Practice student: in-home intervention would be the focus. ACT 33/34 clearances are required.
Northside Common MinistriesP.O. Box 998611601 Brighton Rd.Pittsburgh, PA 15233
This is a multi-purpose agency that provides a variety of services to the community including a food pantry and advocacy. The Pleasant Valley Shelter for the homeless men is among its services. A current focus is building a coalition among social service agencies on the Northside. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, advocacy, case management, and evaluating services/programs; for the COSA student: board development/governance, foundation work, grassroots organizing/consumer-community advocacy, fundraising/financial management, human resources/volunteer recruitment development, organizational development, public relations/marketing, grant /proposal development and program/service evaluation. Supervision during evenings and week-ends available.
Odyssey Health CarePark West One-Suite 500Cliffmine RoadPittsburgh, PA 15275
This is a national hospice agency, 2nd largest in the country that provides individuals who have been given a terminal diagnosis of six months or less with hospice care. Learning opportunities for the Generalist students will include all aspects of hospice care from interviews, orientation, and hands on experience. Learning
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http://www.odyssey-healthcare.net opporunities for the Direct Practice student include: crisis intervention, family therapy, case and care management, psychotherapy/counseling, grief counseling and received an assigned caseload. A car is required. Medical Screening is required and paid for by the agency. Hepatitis B vaccinations provided at no cost.
Parent and Child Guidance Center of Family Links2644 Banksville RoadPittsburgh, PA 15216
http://www.familylinks.ws
This organization provides counseling for socially and emotionally disturbed children and their families. A partial hospitalization program is available for disturbed children. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education / prevention, advocacy, case management, evaluating services / programs, behavior modification, community assessment / planning and outreach efforts; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, family therapy, in-home intervention, school social work, behavior modification, psychiatric social work, case management and group work; for the COSA student: organizational development, public relations / marketing, and program / service evaluation. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. A car is necessary for in home visits and for community outreach. Some evening hours are available.
Pennsylvania Organization for Women in Early Recovery-POWER7445 Church St.Pittsburgh, PA 15218
http://www.power-recovery.org
This organization is a halfway house that provides treatment services for women recovering from drug and alcohol addiction. It includes individual, group and family therapy, drug and alcohol education and life skills development. New in 2000 is an intensive outpatient program at the downtown location. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: case management. For the Direct Practice student: case management, group work, and psychotherapy/counseling. For the COSA student: board development, fundraising, organizing development, public relations/marketing and grant/proposal development. ACT 33/34 clearances are required.
Peoples Oakland3433 Bates St.Pittsburgh, PA 15221
This community agency offers social and vocational rehabilitation programming to people recovering from severe mental illness. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: advocacy and case management. For the Direct Practice students: psychiatric rehabilitation. For COSA students: grassroots organizing/consumer-community advocacy learning experience. ACT 33/34 clearances are required.
Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force905 West St.4th FlrPittsburgh, PA 15221
http://www.patf.org
Provides assesssment, referral and support for people living with HIV/AIDS. Placement opportunitiess are availble in for the Gerenalist in case management, clients services, minority outreasch program and in administration. ACT33/34 clearances are required.
Pittsburgh Commission on Human Relations414 Grant Street908 City County Bldg.Pittsburgh, PA 15219
This agency accepts and investigates complaints of discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodations. It also investigates situations which may have adverse affect on inter group community relations. This agency also develops and operates programs to improve race relations, police-community relations and violence reduction. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, brokering/mediation, education/prevention, advocacy, behavior modification, community assessment /planning
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and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, and behavior modification. For the COSA student: board development/governance, grassroots organizing/consumer-community advocacy, mediation/negotiation, public/social policy analysis, coalition/team building, fundraising/financial management, human resources/volunteer recruitment development, organizational development, public relations/marketing, community planning/economic development, grant/proposal development, legislative aide/political strategist, and program/service evaluation.
Program for Female Offenders, Inc.1835 Forbes AvePittsburgh, PA 15217
The PROGRAM offers a holistic approach to people reintegrating into the community. Female Offenders get their second chance with there children. The PROGRAM is no longer exclusively for FEMALES. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education and prevention, advocacy; for the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, behavior modification, case/care management, family therapy, group work, psychotherapy/counseling, and drug/alcohol treatment; for the COSA student: community planning and economic development, United Way involvement, and networking with the community. ACT 33/34 Clearances required. Evening and weekend hours available.
Project STAR/The Children’s Institute6301 Northumberland StreetPittsburgh, PA 15217
Project STAR is a program of The Children’s Institute that provides a full range of permanency planning services for children with special needs. Placement Services include special needs adoption and foster care. The Intensive Family Support Services program provides birth family support services and respite. The Family Enrichment Services include a summer camp, post-legalization services, Medical and other required transportation, and the Parent’s with Disabilities project. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, advocacy and case management; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, in-home intervention and case management. ACT 33/34 clearances and Medical Screening are required. A car is preferred home visits.
Pyramid HealthcareBirmingham Towers, Suite 3212100 Wharton StreetPittsburgh, PA 15203
www.pyramidhealthcarepa.com
This agency offers a range of drug and alcohol services. The southside office houses the adult and adolescent partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient services. Gibsonia has an adolescent drug and alcohol inpatient non-hospital rehabilitation facility. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: assessment, education and prevention, and group therapy. Learning opportunities for the Direct Practice student include: assessment, individual and group therapy, education and prevention. Act 33/34 clearances required to work with adolescents.
Pyramid Healthcare Intensive Outpatient ProgramBirmingham Towers Suite 3212100 Wharton StreetPittsburgh, PA 15203
www.pyramidhealthcarepa.com
This practicum is an outpatient drug and alcohol treatment facility. They operate an Intensive Outpatient program for adolescents and for adults. Learning opportunties for the Generalist and Direct Practice student include: Education and prevention, case management, group therapy and assessments. Limited supervised evening hours are available.
Renewal, Inc.339 Boulevard of the AlliesPittsburgh, PA 15222-1977
This is a multi-purpose agency that provides services for the criminal justice population. Renewal Inc. is a 200-bed forensic work release program offering care and case management and supportive
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http://www.renewalinc.comservices in efforts to reintegrate individuals back into community lifestyle. Renewal Treatment Inc. is a 24-bed licensed inpatient drug and alcohol treatment center focused on the criminal justice population. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: case and care management in addition to exposure to the criminal justice population; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, family therapy, behavior modification, discharge planning, case and care management, group work, psychotherapy/counseling, work release and home passes, and working with the justice system including appearing in court; for the COSA student: fundraising/financial management, organizational development, public/social policy analysis, organizational development, grant and proposal development, program and service evaluation, and professional networking. Act 33/34 Clearances are required. Medical screening is necessary. NCIC and FBI background checks will be performed. Students will receive payment for all attended trainings. Supervision during the evenings and weekends available.
Riverview Towers Apartments52 Garetta StreetPittsburgh, PA 15217
http://www.riverviewtowers.com
This is a large apartment complex for seniors (250 persons) with an active social service program. The range of social services provided includes supportive counseling to residents and families, access to financial assistance, entitlements, relocations, protective services, transportation, health insurance, Medical services and crisis intervention. Housekeeping program available to frail and at- risk elderly. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: learning case management with this geriatric population.
Roselia Center of Catholic Charities624 Clyde St.Pittsburgh, PA 15213
This is a residential facility that does service planning, counseling, life skills education, GED education and tangible assistance with single pregnant females and single parents of both sexes. Learning opportunities available for the Generalist student. Act 33/34 clearances are required. Medical screening is also needed. A car is needed for community outreach.
Salvation Army424 Third AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15219
http://wwwwepasa.org
This is a social service organization that offers a variety of programs to disadvantaged populations. Among these include a Social Service Department (emergency services to families, prisoners, alcoholics and the homeless, an Adult Rehabilitation Center (a ninety day program for adult chemically dependent men) and a Public Inebriate Program (non-hospital detoxification program for chemically dependent men and women). This last program (PIP)also offers bridge housing, HIV Outreach & Intervention, a Drop-In Center and substance abuse counseling. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative work, education/prevention, case management, community assessment/planning, behavior modification and outreach efforts; for the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, behavior modification, discharge planning, psychiatric social work, substance abuse counseling, case management, group work, psychotherapy/counseling; for the COSA student: human resources and program/service evaluation. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Evening and week-end hours are available at the Public Inebriate Program.
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Second Chance, Inc., A204 Highland AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15206
http://www.asecondchance.com
A Second Chance, Inc. is a private, community - based, not- for- profit Kinship foster care agency, committed to providing safe, secure and nurturing environments for children placed in Kinship foster care. Our primary goal is to promote family wellness and provide culturally responsive services through our holistic approach. This program has learning opportunities for Generalist students. ACT 33/34 clearances required. Medical screening needed. A car is needed for home visits and agency meetings. Some evening and weekend hours may be available.
Sharp Vision, Inc.1425 Forbes AvenueSuite 301Pittsburgh, PA 15219
A non-profit agency that provides support services for children with disabilities and their families. Also has an adult MR program and employment support for adult with MH or MR. Internship opportunities in children’s program for Generalist student include: education, prevention, advocacy, behavior modification and evaluating services. Learning opportunities for the Direct Practice student include: crisis intervention, family therapy,and in-home intervention. For an Administrative placement for the COSA student include: fundraising, recruitment, organizational development, grant writing and program evaluation. Medical screening with TB test and Act 33/34 clearances required. A Car is necessary home visits.
Sojourner House5460 Penn AvenuePittsburgh, PA 13206
http://www.pghpresbtery.org/missions/sojounerhouse
Sojourner House is a six (6) month residential “women and children’s” program for substance abusing mothers (age 18 and up) and their children (up to age 12). Program provides individual counseling, life skills training, parenting education, NA/AA meetings and other supportive services. Infants and toddlers receive on site day care. Older children participate in after-school and weekend programs . Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, case management, program evaluation and group work; for the COSA student: grant and proposal development. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Car is necessary for community outreach. Some evening and week-end hours are available.
South Hills Health System, Jefferson HospitalP.O. Box 18119Coal Valley RoadPittsburgh, PA 15236-0119
This suburban health care organization offers placements in its Social Service Department in Jefferson Hospital and its Home Health Care component. Both placements focus on problem-solving and Direct Practice skills. Learning opportunities for the Generalist include: Medical social work and care management; for the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, discharge planning/ Medical social work, geriatric social work and case management. Medical screening is required.
St. Clair Hospital1000 Bower Hill RoadPittsburgh, PA 15243
This is a community general hospital that also provides detoxification and psychiatric services. Social work practicums are available in Medical social work, transitional care and psychiatry. Field placement opportunities are available for the Generalist and Direct Practice students.
Staunton Clinic720 Blackburn RoadSewickley, PA 15143
A comprehensive community mental health system that offers a wide variety of field placement opportunities. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, advocacy, case management and outreach efforts; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, family therapy, behavior modification (cognitive / behavioral), psychiatric social work, group work, and psychotherapy/counseling. ACT 33/34 clearances are required.
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Medical screening is required. Liability insurance is needed. Some supervised evening hours may be available.
Tadisco Inc.1125 Beaver AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15233
This drug abuse and methadone maintenance program provides ambulatory detoxification, methadone maintenance and a drug-free day care program. Learning opportunities for the Generalist and Direct Practice students include: problem-solving and interpersonal skills. ACT 33/34 clearances required.
Thomas Merton Center5125 Penn AvenuePittsburgh, PA 1524
http://www.thomasmertoncenter.org
This is an advocacy program. Appropriate for BASW, possibly Foundation, and COSA.
Three Rivers Adoption Council307 Fourth Avenue, Suite 710Pittsburgh, PA 15222
http://www.3riversadopt.org
This agency recruits families for adoptable children, assists in the adoptive placement and provides information and referral to birth parents considering adoptive placement of their babies. They also offer a full range of adoption services for persons interested in adopting African-American children. They have a crisis information, consultation, educational programming and in-home therapy program for foster and adoptive families who already have a child in placement. A variety of Generalist and Direct Practice opportunities are available. ACT 33/34 clearances required. A car is needed for home visits. Supervision during week-end and evening hours available.
Three Rivers Family Hospice3029 Jacks Run Rd.White Oak, PA 15131
This program provides bereavement services to clients and their families. Learning opportunities for geriatric social work and counseling are available for the Generalist and Direct Practice students. Act 33/34 clearances are required. A car is required for community outreach.
Three Rivers Youth2039 Termon AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15212
http://www.threeriversyouth.org
This organization offers comprehensive services to high risk youth and to their families: group homes, residential teen parent program, intensive treatment and apartment living program. Focus of field placement is on problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, case management and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, family therapy, case management and group work. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Can usually provide evening and week-end hours.
United Cerebral Palsy4638 Centre AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15213
http://www.ucppittsburgh.org
This organization provides independent living, rehabilitation, residential programs, supported employment, information and referral services for persons ( 16 years of age and older) with head injury or developmental disabilities. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education/prevention, and case management; for the COSA student: board development / governance, foundation work, fundraising, human resources, organizational development, public relations / marketing and grant / proposal development. Act 33/34 clearances are required.
University of Pittsburgh, Generations As part of the University Center for Social and Urban Research,
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Together121 University PlaceSuite 300Pittsburgh, PA 15260
http://www.gt.pitt.edu
Generations Together is an intergenerational studies program that develops program models that bring together the young and the elderly to promote mutual understanding. Students may benefit from a GSA. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative work, education/prevention, evaluating services/programs, and outreach efforts ; for the COSA student: board development / governance, public / social policy analysis, fundraising / financial management, human resources, organizational development, public relations/marketing, grant/proposal development, and program/service evaluation.
University of Pittsburgh, Student Health Service, Health Education Office3708 Fifth AvenueSuite 500Pittsburgh, PA 15260
http://www.pitt.edu
This university based field placement focuses on problem solving with students with health related problems. Specific programs that students are involved with include drug and alcohol awareness, stress management, sexual health, and health promotion. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education/prevention, evaluating services/programs, community assessment / planning and outreach efforts; for the Direct Practice student: group work and psychotherapy/counseling; for the COSA student: coalition / team building, public relations/marketing, grant/proposal development and program/service evaluation.
University of Pittsburgh, UCCDP20th Floor University of PittsburghPittsburgh, PA 15260
University Community Career Development Partnerships is a demonstration project that provides job readiness opportunities and training to single female heads of households in communitites surrounding the University and UPMC. The project seeks to increase the number of racial minorities and females employed in entry level positions at the University and UPMC. Learning opportunities that exist for the Generalist student include administrative duties, education and prevention, case/care management, evaluating services/programs, behavior modification, community assessment and planning. Learning opportunities for the Direct Practice Student include: crisis intervention, behavior modification, case/care management and group work. Learning opportunities for the COSA student include: Board development/governance, foundation work, mediation/negotiation, public/social policy analysis, human resources/volunteer recuitment development, organizational development, grant and proposal development and porgram/service evaluation. Act 33/34 Clearances. Computer Literate. Can provide some supervised evening hours.
UPMC, Beaver2500 Hospital Dr.Aliquippa, PA 15001
http://www.umpc.edu/beaver
This is an acute care hospital facility that provides services such as discharge planning, psychiatric-in-patient, drug and alcohol detoxification, pediatric, and emergency room services. Placement would be in the Social Service Department and would focus on the development of problem-solving, discharge planning and crisis intervention. There is also a 16 bed skilled nursing facility which would be a separate placement. Emphasis is on the admission process, plan of care for the resident and discharge planning. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, advocacy, and case management; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, discharge planning/Medical social work, geriatric social work, and case management. Medical screening is required.
UPMC, Braddock This is a community hospital that is committed to assuring the
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400 Holland AvenueBraddock, PA 15104
http://www.umpc.edu/braddock
availability of a full range of integrated quality physical and behavioral health care services to residents of the Monongahela and Turtle Creek Valley communities. Placements available in the Case Management Department and Behavioral Health and Progressive Care Center. Focus is on problem solving and Direct Practice skills. Learning opportunities for the Direct Practice student include: crisis intervention, discharge planning/Medical social work, geriatric social work, psychiatric social work, case management and group work. For the Generalist student: case management. For the COSA student: gain skills in program / service evaluation and administrative. Medical screening is required.
UPMC, Mathilda TheissMedical Center373 Burrows StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213
http://www.upmc.edu/
This center is a component of the UPMC Primary Medical care program with a social services component that includes problem-solving and outreach work with an indigent population. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education/prevention, advocacy, case management, community assessment/planning and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, in-home intervention, case management, group work and completing psychosocial and mental health assessments. Medical screening and Act 33/34 clearances required.
UPMC, McKeesport Hospital1500 Fifth AvenueMcKeesport, PA 15132
http://www.upmc.edu/mckeesport
A community teaching hospital that offers field placement opportunities in both the Medical Social Work Department , Psychiatric Unit and Transitional Care. The hospital offers a wide variety of in and outpatient services to a primarily low income, unemployed and elderly population. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education/prevention, advocacy, case management, evaluating services, community assessment/planning and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, discharge planning/Medical social work, geriatric social work, case management and EAP counseling. For the COSA student: foundation work, grassroots organizing/consumer-community advocacy. Medical Screening and ACT 33/34 clearances.
UPMC, Passavant Hosptial9100 Babcock Blvd.Pittsburgh, PA 15237
http://www.upmc.edu/passavant
A community general hospital in the North Hills that offers several placement possibilities in the Social Service department. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education/prevention, advocacy and outreach efforts; for the Direct Practice student; advocacy, crisis intervention, discharge planning / Medical social work, geriatric social work, psychiatric social work, and psychotherapy/counseling. Some evening and weekend hours may be available.
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UPMC, Presbyterian 200 Lothrop StreetRoom D222Pittsburgh, PA 15213
http://www.upmc.edu
This is a large urban and regional academic Medical center which has many opportunities for field placements focusing on problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Placements are in the Medical Management division which provides social work services to Presbyterian University Hospital, Montefiore University Hospital, Eye and Ear Institute Pavilion, Falk Clinic and the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: case management in a Medical setting and community assessment as it relates to referrals for patients; for the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, discharge planning, geriatric social work, and case management. Medical screening is required. Some evening and week-end hours are available.
UPMC, Presbyterian Senior Care1215 Hulton RoadOakmont, PA 15139-1196
A range of long term housing, health and social services for older adults is provided by this organization. A unique Alzheimer’s facility was recently opened. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education / prevention, advocacy, case management, evaluating services/programs, behavior modification, and community assessment/planning; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, behavior modification, discharge planning/Medical social work, geriatric social work , and case management. Act 33/34 clearances and Medical Screening (with TB test) required. A car is needed for community outreach.
UPMC, Shadyside Hospital5230 Centre AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15232
http://www.upmc.edu/shadyside
Shadyside Hospital is an urban teaching hospital with several specialty services. Placement possibilities exist in the Social Work Department and the Senior Care Institute. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: case management; for the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, discharge planning/Medical social work, geriatric social work, and case management. Medical screening is required.
UPMC, St. Margaret Hospital815 Freeport RoadPittsburgh, PA 15238
http://www.upmc.edu/stmargaret
This is a community hospital which has specialties in gerontology, arthritis care and orthopedics. It has a long term care facility in Penn Hills. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: advocacy, and case management; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, discharge planning/Medical social work, geriatric social work and case management. Medical screening for TB is required.
UPMC, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic - Adolescent Partial1011 Bingham StreetPittsburgh, PA 15203
http://www.upmc.edu/wpic
Outpatient partial hospitalization and after school program for adolescents. Learning opportunities for the Generalist or Direct Practice student include: case management, behavior modification, crisis intervention, assessment, individual, family, and group therapy. Act 33/34 clearances required.
UPMC, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic - Anxiety and OCD Program3501 Forbes AvenueSuite 400Pittsburgh, PA 15213
The Anxiety disorders and OCD partial program provides treatment to those individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Treatment involves individual, groups, and medication therapies. Behavioral therapy is the major treatment component. Learning opportunities exist for Direct Practice and experienced Generalist students. Act 33/34 Clearances and Medical screening are required.
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http://www.upmc.edu/wpic
UPMC, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic - John Merck Child/Adolescent OutpatientWightman Community Center5604 Solway StreetPittsburgh, PA 15217http://www.upmc.edu/wpic
This program specializes in the psychiatric treatment of behavioral and emotional problems of children and adolescents, age 3-21, who have developmental disabilities. The program consists of both an inpatient and outpatient programs. Learning opportunities exist for the Generalist and Direct Practice students. Act 33/34 Clearances and Medical screening are required.
UPMC, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic-The Safe ProgramRoom 546, Bellefield Towers3811 O'Hara StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213
http://www.upmc.edu/wpic
This program provides therapeutic and probationary services based on a youth and family evaluation to families whose children have been adjudicated of a sexual offense. Services are court mandated and are a requirement of probation. Age range for adjudicated adolescents is 10-18. Learning opportunities for the Generalist and Direct Practice student include: education, assessment, case management, behavior modification, group therapy, working collaboratively with treatment team, research data team and probation. Act 33/34 Clearances required. Students who will be working in the community throughout Allegheny County should be familiar with the public transportation system and are not required to have a car.
UPMC, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic-WPIC/Special Services Units3811 O'Hara StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213
http://www.upmc.edu/wpic
Offers a wide variety of specialized mental health field placements. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education / prevention, cognitive-behavioral treatment, case management, and behavior modification; for the Direct Practice student: family therapy, in-home intervention, behavior modification, psychiatric social work, cognitive –behavioral treatment, case management and psychotherapy/ counseling; for the COSA student: grant/proposal development and program/service evaluation. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Medical screening is needed. A car is needed for home-based and outreach programs. Some evening and week-end hours are available.
UPMC,Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic-Eating Disorders3811 O'Hara StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213
http://www.upmc.edu/wpic
The Eating Disorders Program provides specialized treatment in both an inpatient and partial hospitalization setting. Second year MSW's are preferred, but first year students with experience will be considered. Learning opportunities for the Generalist and Direct Practice student include: education, case management, assessment, individual, group, and family therapy.
Ursuline Services4749 Baum Blvd.Pittsburgh, PA 15213
http://www.ursulineservices.net
This private, non-profit human service agency provides: 1) care management for the elderly and disabled, 2) protective services for the elderly, 3) legal guardianship services. Field placement opportunities for the Generalist and COSA students exist for all skill areas, including an administrative placement for the COSA student. ACT33/34 clearances are required. A car is preferred for community outreach.
Vintage, Inc.401 N. Highland AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15206
This is a subcontracted program of the Department of Aging in Allegheny county. Senior Center and the Adult Day Care Center are available. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, evaluating services/programs and outreach efforts. Direct Practice students will focus on geriatric social work; for the COSA student: fundraising / financial management, human
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resources, organizational development, public relations/marketing, grant/proposal development and program/service evaluation. ACT 33/34 clearances are required.
Voice205 South Main StreetSlippery Rock, PA 16057Also:P.O. Box 293Evans City, PA 16033and111 South Cliff StreetButler, PA 16001
This agency provides free and confidential services to people (primarily women and children) affected by domestic violence, sexual assult, and othe violent crimes. This agency serves the Butler County area. Along with shelter placement, the agency also provides safety planning, education in resume writing, making a budget, parenting, and 911 cell phones. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: advocacy, education, and outreach efforts. For Direct Practice students: advocacy, crisis intervention, individual and group counseling.
Washington Communities MH/MR378 W. Chestnut St - Suite 205Washington, PA 15301
A community mental health center that provides a variety of services including, diagnosis, and treatment planning; psychiatric and psychological evaluation; individual, family, and group therapies. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, case management, and community assessment/planning; for the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, family therapy, psychiatric social work, case management, and psychotherapy/counseling. ACT 33/34 clearances are required.
Washington Hospital155 Wilson AvenueWashington, PA 15301
http://www.washingtonhospital.org
Community based hospital with opportunities in several Medical surgical units as well as acute care units that include: Emergency Medicine, Behavioral Health and Oncology. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education/prevention, advocacy, case management, community assessment/planning and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student; advocacy, family therapy, discharge planning/Medical social work, geriatric social work, psychiatric social work, case management and EAP counseling. Medical screening and ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Can provide some evening and weekend hours.
Watson Institute301 Camp Meeting RdSewickley, PA 15143
http://www.dtwatson.org
Provides educational, respite and psychological services to children, ages 3 to 12, with disabilities such as autism, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, neurological impairments and brain injuries. Learning opportunities for the Direct Practice students include: work with children in home or in an educational setting. For the COSA students : work with community legislative issues faced by families of children with disabilities and participate in respite care program. Act 33/34clearances required.
Wesley Highland Services5250 Caste DrivePittsburgh, PA 15236andWesley Acute Partial Program555 Lewis Run RoadClairton, PA 15025
A component of the Wesley Institute, Inc., this program offers partial hospitalization and special education services to children and adolescents ages 6-21 with serious emotional problems. Field placement opportunities are concentrated in an educational setting, with a focus on individual, family and group and milieu treatment modalities . Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education/prevention, case management, evaluating services/programs and behavior modification; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, family therapy, in-home intervention, behavior modification, discharge planning/Medical social work, psychiatric social work, case management , group work and psychotherapy/counseling; for the COSA student: human resources,
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grant / proposal development, program / service evaluation. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. A car is needed for home visits and for community outreach.
Wesley Institute, Inc.243 Johnson RoadPittsburgh, PA 15241
http://www.wesleyinstitute.org
This agency provides services to children and youth with special needs. Learning opportunties that exist for the Generalist student are education and prevention, advocacy, case/care management and behavior modification. Learning opportunties that exist for the Direct Practice student include advocacy, case/care management, crisis intervention. ACT 33/34 clearances are required A car is needed for community outreach. Some evening and week-end hours are available.
West Penn Allegheny Health System4800 Friendship AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15224
http://www.wpahs.org
This is a large, urban and regional teaching hospital with many specialties. Placements exist in the Social Service Department with potential to gain expertise in dealing with diagnosis specific population. The focus of placement is problem-solving and Direct Practice skills within constraints of the current healthcare environment. Medical screening required.
West Penn Allegheny Health System320 E. North Avenue9th Floor, Snyder PavilionPittsburgh, PA 15212
http://www.wpahs.org
The Department of Patient and Family Support Services offers a variety of field placements in various specialty as well as general units within the hospital. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, case management and behavior modification; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, family therapy, in-home intervention, behavior modification, discharge planning/Medical social work, geriatric social work, psychiatric social work and case management. An administrative placement for the COSA student is also a possibility. Medical screening is required. A limited number of supervised week-end and evenings field placements in trauma and emergency care are available.
Westmoreland County Area Agency on Aging200 South Main St.Greensburg, PA 15601-8904
This program provide services primarily for individuals ages 60 and older. Services include information and referral, care management, protective services, In-home care, family caregiver support program and personal care services. Students will be active in all aspects of this geriatric program. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, case management, and evaluating services/programs. Direct Practice students: case management; For COSA students: developing skills with grant/proposal writing and program / service evaluation. ACT 33/34 clearances are required along with professional liability insurance. A car is required for community outreach.
Westmoreland County Children's Bureau2 N. Main St. Suite 303Greensburg, PA 15601
This is a governmental agency that addresses the issues of neglected and abused children. A variety of placement possibilities exist which focus on child welfare. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: administrative, education/prevention, advocacy, case management, evaluating services/ behavior modification, community assessment, and outreach efforts; for the Direct Practice student: advocacy, crisis intervention, family therapy, in-home intervention, behavior modification, case management, group work and psychotherapy/counseling; for the COSA student: board development, grassroots organizing, public/social analysis, coalition/team building, human resources, organizational
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development, public relations/marketing, community planning/economic development, grant/proposal development, and program/service evaluation . ACT 33/34 clearances required. A car is needed for community outreach. Some evening hours are available.
Womanspace East, Inc.P.O. Box 3826Pittsburgh, PA 15230
This organization offers temporary shelter, food and clothing, counseling, legal advocacy and housing relocation to women 18 years of age and older. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: advocacy, case management, evaluating services/programs, behavior modification and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student: crisis intervention, family therapy, case management and psychotherapy/counseling. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Some evening and week-end hours are available.
Women's Center and Shelter of Greater PittsburghP.O. Box 9024Pittsburgh, PA 15224
http://www.trfn.clpgh.org/womenscenter
This organization provides temporary shelter, supportive, and advocacy services for female victims of domestic violence and their children. Placement focus is on advocacy, problem-solving, Direct Practice skills, administration, and development. ACT 33/34 clearances are required. Requires 50 hour training course in domestic violence before direct contact with clients.
Women's Center of Beaver CountyP.O. Box 428Beaver, PA 15009
This agency provides emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. Sexual assault counseling and support groups available. Learning opportunities for the Generalist student include: education / prevention, crisis intervention, advocacy, case management, community assessment / planning and outreach efforts. For the Direct Practice student: discharge planning, group work and more counseling. ACT 33/34 clearances required. A car is required for community outreach.
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