Role Title: Research Intern
Organisation: Life Without Barriers
Internship Period: Semester 2 (July – October)
Location: Leederville
Tasks include - independent living skills model research and development.
Review of current services and best practice models for At risk youth and independent living skills services/workshops.
Service design/proposal for at risk youth accommodation service and independent living skills services/workshops.
• A person employed as an Intern works under close direction and undertakes routine activities which require the practical application of basic skills and techniques.
• General features of work as an Intern consist of performing clearly defined activities with outcomes being readily attainable. Intern work will be closely monitored with instruction and assistance being readily available.
• Freedom to act is limited by standards and procedures. However, with experience, employees at this level may have sufficient freedom to exercise judgement in the planning of their own work tasks.
• Interns will receive extensive on-the-job training including familiarisation with the goals and objectives of the workplace
Life Without Barriers has a strong history which defines us and gives us focus and determination for the future. Our purpose is to partner with people to change lives for the better. It is reflected in our values, portrayed in our vision, intertwined within our culture and is at the forefront of everything we do.
We are driven and determined, creating an environment where anything is possible. Together we are formidable, we gain strength from one another, obtain wisdom from our diversity and are united in our pursuit of creating something unique with the people we support. We are passionate and promote an innovative mindset, we think outside the box and strive to make a difference – we get fired up by our purpose, and we promote a single focus: people we support are first - always.