Office of Mental Health
44 Holland Ave (location 75 New Scotland Ave CDPC)Albany , NY 12229
Division/Unit: Forensics - SIST
Web Site:
http://omh.ny.gov/
Strict&Intensive Supervision&Treatment (SIST) (ID: 104663) for Fall 2016
Agency/Facility
Albany , NY 12229
School Affiliation
SUNY - Albany
Proposal Information
Description:
Participate in SIST conference calls between OMH, Parole and the AG's Office. Learn how decisions are made regarding viability of SIST for respondents. Intern will assist in analyzing data to determine the number of respondents who are referred for substance abuse evaluations, and how many need further treatment. Attend SIST community team meetings with parole officers and community providers. Research topics related to sex offender assessment, recidivism, risk/protective factors and treatment. Hours may increase to 25/week during semester and school breaks.
Skills:
Research sex offender best practices
Interact with treatment providers
Summarize research articles
Recognize criminal history information
Attend SIST Community Team Meetings
Internship Areas: Criminal Justice/Corrections, Human Services, Public Policy, Scientific Research
Logistical Information
Payment? Paid
Number of Hours: 10 - 19
Location: Albany
Number of Interns Needed: 1
Desired Candidate Profile
Preferred Standing Graduate Student
Minimum Standing: Graduate Student
Degree Concentrations: Criminal Justice/Homeland Security, Human Services, Legal Studies, Social Science, Social Work