ASAP of Anderson
Location Description
Description: ASAP of Anderson's mission is to prevent and reduce substance misuse among youth and adults in Anderson County. We are a drug prevention organization that focuses on prevention within the community through education in local schools, tabling events in the community, TN Save a Life training, Responsible Alcohol Sales training, Drug Free Workplace training, and many more.
Practicum Work Mode
Flexible / Hybrid
Semesters or Time Period Available
Ongoing, not limited to a specific semester
Location
131 S. Charles G. Seivers Blvd.
Clinton, Tennessee 37716
https://www.asapofanderson.org/
Contact
Laura Taliaferro
Student Services Coordinator
laura@asapofanderson.org
8654148238
Student Tasks
Student Tasks: Students will have the opportunity to assist in website design and management. They will also help with graphic design for social media as well as promotional materials utilized for tabling events in the community and local schools. ASAP of Anderson will adapt the practicum to best utilize the strengths of each student intern. Students will gain hands-on experience working with a nonprofit focused on drug prevention with youth and adults in the community.
Type of Mentoring Provided to the Student
Type of Mentoring for the Student: Students will have clearly defined goals and objectives as well as weekly check-ins with either the Prevention Coordinator or Student Services Coordinator to discuss performance and provide feedback.
Student Interaction With Others at the Location
Student Interaction with Others at Location: Students will be considered part of the ASAP team during their internship. They will be involved as needed for the scope of their work in planning and implementation meetings as well as monthly staff meetings.