Bachelor Level Intern – Residential Services

Launch Your Career in Human Services
Sample Supports’ is seeking motivated undergraduate students who want hands-on experience in residential services, case coordination, quality assurance, compliance, and community-based support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
This internship is a great fit for students studying social work, psychology, healthcare administration, human services, or another helping profession. You will work alongside experienced residential professionals while building practical skills that can prepare you for a future career in human services.
About Sample Supports
Sample Supports provides person-centered services that help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities build independence, meaningful relationships, and fulfilling lives in their communities. Our work is grounded in compassionate care, advocacy, personal choice, behavioral support, and community inclusion.
Culture Index Requirement
To be considered for this internship, you must complete the
Culture Index Survey. This is not a test, and there are no right or wrong answers. It helps us build well-balanced teams and identify roles where people can thrive.
What You’ll Do
Under the supervision of Residential Services leadership, interns may:
Assist with quality-assurance reviews and documentation audits
Support compliance monitoring for Medicaid and state requirements
Help organize individual records, training documentation, incident reports, and compliance materials
Participate in residential visits and provider-support activities
Assist with residential assessments and health and safety monitoring
Attend interdisciplinary meetings and case discussions
Communicate professionally with individuals, providers, families, guardians, and team members
Learn about Host Home, Family Caregiver, PCA, and supported apartment services
Observe and report health, safety, documentation, or compliance concerns
Build professional relationships with residential providers and community partners
Gain limited exposure to direct services to better understand residential programming
Maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and HIPAA standards
Complete other internship projects based on learning goals and program needs
What You’ll Learn
Residential service coordination
Medicaid-funded disability services
Quality assurance and compliance
Documentation and recordkeeping requirements
Health, safety, and welfare monitoring
Residential assessments and service planning
Host Home and community-based residential services
Provider relations and professional communication
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Person-centered care and disability advocacy
Who Should Apply?
Students currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program related to:
Human services
Social work
Psychology or sociology
Counseling or behavioral health
Nursing or public health
Healthcare administration
Special education or disability studies
Another related field
Qualifications
Interest in supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Strong communication and organizational skills
Professional, reliable, and able to maintain confidentiality
Willingness to learn, receive feedback, and participate in supervision
Ability to follow written instructions and complete assigned tasks
Commitment to respectful, person-centered services
Additional Requirements
Ability to pass required background checks
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation when required by the assignment
CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to complete certification
Mandatory Reporter training, which may be completed during the internship
Ability to meet the physical and safety requirements of assigned internship activities
What You’ll Gain
Practical experience in residential and Medicaid-funded services
Exposure to case management, compliance, and program coordination
Mentorship from experienced human-services professionals
Transferable skills in communication, documentation, organization, and problem-solving
Experience that supports careers in social work, behavioral health, residential services, disability services, healthcare administration, and program management
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disabilities
If you are ready to build your skills, explore a career in human services, and contribute to meaningful co

Employment type
Intern

Work arrangement
No