Internship Scheme For Students Of Counselling/ Psychology/ Social Work/ Home Science Etc

Description
This is an Internship Scheme by the Directorate of Women and Child Development, Government of Goa. The objective of this scheme is to offer aspiring postgraduate students an opportunity for internship facilities to be trained as qualified interns in state-run private children's and shelter homes who can be offered hands-on job training experience. The scheme is open to any student who has passed out from any of the recognised universities with a Master's Degree in Social Service/ Social Work/ Sociology/ Psychology/ Home Science/ Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling etc. Number The total number of slots for interns per year shall be fixed at 15, extendable upto 20. Duration The period of internship shall be for a maximum of twelve months. Location The selected interns will have to undergo training and work at the following places: 1. State-Run Children's Home. 1. Protective Home for Women. 1. Juvenile Justice Boards. 1. Child Welfare Committees. 1. At any other Children's Home, Shelter Homes etc recognized by the Government. Reporting The Interns shall work as per directions and under total supervision of the officers in charge at the respective place of deployment during the period of internship or when deployed for field work at any place for preparation of Probation Officers' reports or for Home study report inquiries etc.

Benefits
• The interns shall be paid ₹ 15,000/- lumpsum as internship allowance per month and for part of the month shall be paid on a pro-rata basis.
• Leaves
• 1 (One) Paid Leave per Month during the training period.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should have passed out from any of the recognised universities with a Master's Degree.
2. The Master's Degree should have been in Social Service/ Social Work/ Sociology/ Psychology/ Home Science/ Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling etc.
3. The applicant should have passed out as a post-graduate within three years prior to applying for the internship.
4. The applicant should have obtained at least 50% marks in aggregate in the final year of the postgraduation.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Take the print of the format of the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
Offline — https://dwcd.goa.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/notification.pdf
Step 1: Take the print of the format of the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).

Step 2: Step 2:The applicant should send the application to:
Offline — https://dwcd.goa.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/notification.pdf
Director, Directorate of Women And Child Development, Panaji-Goa, 2nd floor, Old Education Building, 18th June Road, Altinho, Panaji, Goa - 403 001.

Required Documents
• Passport size photograph
• Birth Certificate
• Proof of Educational Qualification (Post Graduate Degree and attested copy of Marksheets of the PostGraduate course)
• Proof of Work/ Field Work Experience (if any)

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can The Internship Be Converted Into A Full-Time Job Or Lead To Regular Employment With The Women And Child Development Department After Completion?
A: No, the internship does not guarantee conversion into a full-time job or regular employment. Completing the internship does not entitle interns to preferential treatment for employment with the department.

Q: I Read About The Requirement To Sign A Bond. Can You Explain The Purpose Of The Bond, What It Entails, And What Happens If I Need To Leave The Internship For Unforeseen Reasons?
A: The bond ensures completing the internship without breaks. It's valued at one month's allowance. If you need to leave early, provide a 30-day notice; failure may result in forfeiting the bond or an equivalent amount from your allowance.

Q: Can Interns Be Terminated From The Program, And What Circumstances Might Lead To Termination During The Training Period?
A: Yes, the Director has the right to terminate an intern's participation in the program. Termination may occur without specific reasons, but a notice period of 30 days will be provided.

Q: Is This Internship Exclusively For Female Candidates, Or Are Male Candidates Also Eligible To Apply?
A: The scheme does not impose any gender-based restrictions, so both male and female candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for the internship.

Q: Is There Any Preference Given To Female Candidates In This Internship Program?
A: The scheme does not specify any gender-based preferences, so both male and female candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply for the internship.

Q: What Documents Are Required For Applying To This Internship Program?
A: The required documents include a passport size photograph, birth certificate, educational qualification proof (attested copy of Post Graduate Degree and Marksheets), and proof of work or field work experience, if any.

Q: Are Interns Entitled To Any Leaves During The Training Period?
A: Interns are entitled to one paid leave per month during the training period.

Q: Is There A Stipend Or Allowance Provided To The Interns During The Internship Period?
A: Yes, the selected student interns will receive a monthly internship allowance of [?]15,000/-. For a part of the month, the allowance will be paid on a pro-rata basis. Apart from this, there shall be no other compensation paid to the interns.

Q: What Will Be The Supervision And Reporting Process During The Internship?
A: Interns will work under the total supervision of the officers in charge at their respective place of deployment or when deployed for field work. They may be involved in tasks like preparing Probation Officers' reports or conducting Home study report inquiries.

Q: Where Will The Selected Intern Students Work During Their Internship?
A: The selected intern students will work at various locations, including State-Run Children's Home, Protective Home for Women, Juvenile Justice Boards, Child Welfare Committees, and any other Children's Home or Shelter Homes recognized by the Government.

Q: What Is The Total Number Of Internship Slots Available Each Year?
A: The total number of slots for interns is fixed at 15 per year. However, this number can be increased up to a maximum of 20 based on the requirements assessed by the Director. Any additional 5 interns can only be taken with prior permission from the Government.

Q: Are There Any Preferences For Candidates From A Particular Region Or Domicile For This Internship?
A: The scheme does not mention any preferences based on region or domicile. All eligible candidates, irrespective of their place of origin, can apply for the internship.

Q: Can I Apply For This Internship If I Have Work Experience After Completing My Post Graduate Degree?
A: Yes, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria and have completed your post-graduation within the last three years prior to applying for the internship, you can apply, regardless of any work or field work experience you might have.