Expectations of Interns
- Dress appropriately according to the nature of the field setting.
- Be prompt for field placement.
- Participate fully in planned activities including conferences, seminars, work assigned, etc.
- Use initiative and creativity in their field placement.
- Call the agency if unable to report to work. Plans for making up the time must be made with the agency supervisor within two weeks of the absence.
- Holidays: College holidays and vacations will normally be observed.
- Provide or make arrangements for transportation connected with field placement.
- Complete and turn in logs of field experiences to faculty supervisor.
- Ask questions of agency supervisor in a timely manner when uncertain, confused, or frustrated.
- Become involved in social work educational experiences.
- We all learn by trying new things. Field placement provides interns a unique opportunity to further develop their social work skills and techniques. Interns are expected to take risks, and assume new responsibilities.
- Follow confidentiality guidelines established by the agency, and adhere to professional ethics.
- Actively participate in indirect service activities (such as planning and organizational tasks) that are appropriate for social workers.
- Attend and participate in periodic field seminars scheduled by Faculty Liaisons.
- Write the integration assignments and turn them in to your faculty supervisor.
- Remember that a successful placement (in grades and learning) is a result of the skills and behaviors you exhibit, the knowledge you employ, and the initiative you demonstrate.
