DeSales Community Development’s Community Services Coordination team is seeking Master of Social Work practicum students for Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and/or Spring 2027.

 DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

The Community Services Coordination (CSC) Practicum student will be enhancing services provided to the clients by observation, contribution, and co-facilitation of Community Services Coordination programming. Practicum students will have the opportunity to:

• Work directly with the CSC team and residents of DeSales affordable housing on case management, resource referrals, and our in-house eviction prevention program. 

• Collaborate on design and implementation of monthly Resident Resource Nights and resident communication, including partnering with local service providers. 

• Assist with program evaluation and reporting, including conducting resident surveys and focus groups. 

• Support DeSales’ neighborhood engagement programming and partner with CSC team on representing DeSales at community engagement events that promote neighborhood cohesion and resident involvement. 

• Research and help implement best practices to strengthen CSC programming. . 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

• Enrolled in a Master of Social Work program at an accredited college or university 

• Ability to work a minimum of 16-20 hours a week in Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and/or Spring 2027 

• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with a diverse range of clientele with transparency, confidentiality, and respect 

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills 

• Interest in community development, including affordable housing, resident services, and neighborhood engagement 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite 

TO APPLY

• Email a resume to Community Services Manager Mariah Byrne Sullivan at mariah@desalescd.com.