Outreach Internship & Field Experience

UMaine Alert

Posted: April 19, 2024 - 1:32 PM

At approximately 9:24 a.m. on Friday, April 19, a University of Maine graduate student was struck by a university vehicle on Long Road at the University of Maine campus in Orono. The student reports that they are at a local hospital with minor injuries.

Emergency services, including the Orono Fire Department, University Volunteer Ambulance Corps, University of Maine Police Department, Orono Police Department and Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene.

The university vehicle involved in the incident was a Chevrolet Express van. It was being operated by a university employee.

Counseling services and support are available for students, faculty or staff who may have been affected. The Counseling Center can be reached at 207-581-1392 and the Dean of Students Office can be reached at 207-581-1406.

The scene has been cleared and Long Road is now accessible. An investigation is being conducted by the University of Maine Police Department with assistance from the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Unit. Any witnesses to the incident are encouraged to contact Lt. Noel Santiago at noel.santiago@maine.edu.

UMaine students interested in training in the development of outreach-focused skills & experience, should contact the Counseling Center for additional information and to submit an application.

Masters of Social Work Generalist Year Field Practicum

The MSW student intern completes an internship of approximately 400 hours total during the fall and spring semesters, approximately 14-16 hours per week when school is in session. MSW students must meet specific learning goals determined by their program, and are typically supervised weekly by a staff member with an MSW. Historically, the MSW Generalist Year Intern delivers mental health related presentations/workshops, helps with major event planning and community organizing. Interns in this capacity are a valuable resource who help extend the Counseling Center’s services to reach students beyond traditional therapy.

As a non-clinical resource for UMaine students, graduate-student interns are able to provide the following outreach and education services independent of close clinical supervision:

Skill development for academic success (e.g., coping skills, test anxiety, test-taking skills, self-esteem work, stress management, time management, and relationship skills)
Referral to campus and community resources.
Programming; awareness presentation for mental health related topics to promote campus wellness