Whole Family Program Intern (West Sacramento-based)

Position Summary

You will collaborate with and report to the Whole Family Program Coordinator and work with the remote Whole Family Program team, including one local colleague, to support innovative programs for families living in subsidized housing. The ideal candidate is passionate about community building, empowering families, and fostering equitable access to resources and opportunities. They excel in supporting workshops and community events, engaging with families, and contributing to the logistics and outreach efforts of the program. They are proactive, empathetic, and committed to supporting families in achieving long-term stability and success.

This role involves assisting with workshops and community gatherings to connect families with essential resources, supporting day-to-day programming operations, and helping strengthen local community connections. You will be a creative and critical thinker, comfortable working in a dynamic environment where innovation and adaptability are key. The work may be fast-paced at times as we strive to create impactful opportunities and respond in real time to the needs of families in our program.

This is a hybrid position that includes both virtual and in-person programming. While the role is primarily remote, this role requires regular in-person engagement as needed to support families and facilitate programming. There may be non-traditional hours during evenings and weekends to accommodate scholars' schedules, RTB’s monthly workshops, and special events. We offer some flexibility in scheduling to offset these non-traditional work hours.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and hosting of workshops, community events, and gatherings to connect families to resources and build their network.
• Assist with day-to-day administrative and logistical tasks to ensure smooth program delivery.
• Engage with RTB scholars through regular, strength-based communication and serve as an enthusiastic local ambassador in the community.
• Collaborate with the communications team to ensure all messaging about RTB’s work and scholars is strength-based, respectful, and culturally sensitive.
• Exercise sound judgment and effective communication in interactions, seeking support as needed.
• Participate in weekly and monthly team meetings.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

Required:

• Enrollment in a degree program (Social Work, Counseling/Psychology, Education preferred) or equivalent human services-related field.
• Some experience working with families facing poverty.

Preferred

• Graduate Students
• Existing connections to community resources.
• Experience with remote work.
• Lived experience relevant to this role is valued.
• Experience working with low-income families.

Essential Skills

Commitment to educational equity for single parents and families in subsidized housing, focusing on empowerment and resource connection

• Proven ability to support individuals and groups on complex community issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for addressing diverse challenges
• Initiative and excellent organizational skills.
• Cultural sensitivity to engage with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and willingness to learn new software.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Confidence in navigating uncertainty as programs expand.
• Composure and focus in seeking clarity and solutions.

Job Type: Part-Time (10–15 hours per week)

Pay: $1,500 per semester

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Occasional weekends as needed

Work Location: Must be able to commute to in-person events and programming in the Sacramento metro area