Paralos Ninos, founded in 1980 on Skid Row, delivers comprehensive educational and community services for children and youth in Los Angeles. Their model centers on three pillars: high‑quality, inquiry‑based schooling with social‑emotional integration; family empowerment programs that build leadership and resilience; and community engagement that connects families to resources and partners with local agencies. By integrating wrap‑around support across all ages—from infancy to 24 years—Paralos Ninos addresses academic, physical, and emotional needs in a holistic way. The organization’s distinctive strength lies in its long‑standing partnership with families and community stakeholders, creating trusted spaces for diverse voices to thrive.
The School Social Work Graduate Student Trainee (CES) is an internship position that provides students with the opportunity to gain experience in school social work. The trainee will support with individual and small group counseling, attendance, classroom interventions, and case management. The position requires a 20-hour commitment, with flexibility in internship days and times. The trainee will receive supervision and training, including individual and group supervision, meetings with preceptors, and bi-monthly trainings.
Paralos Ninos, founded in 1980 on Skid Row, delivers comprehensive educational and community services for children and youth in Los Angeles. Their model centers on three pillars: high‑quality, inquiry‑based schooling with social‑emotional integration; family empowerment programs that build leadership and resilience; and community engagement that connects families to resources and partners with local agencies. By integrating wrap‑around support across all ages—from infancy to 24 years—Paralos Ninos addresses academic, physical, and emotional needs in a holistic way. The organization’s distinctive strength lies in its long‑standing partnership with families and community stakeholders, creating trusted spaces for diverse voices to thrive.
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