Step Into Health Careers Fair

Below is the list of organizations* featured at the 2009 Step Into Health Careers: Volunteer, Internship & Research Fair. Explore the links provided to find out more!

ACR Homes, Inc.
www.acrhomes.com
ACR Homes, Inc. provides high quality home health care and assistance for people with disabilities and the elderly. We hire caring and dependable people for a variety of unique and rewarding positions to work with us in providing the best quality of life possible to those we support.

AmeriCorps VISTA
http://www.americorps.gov
AmeriCorps VISTA is the national service program designed specifically to fight poverty. Authorized in 1964 and founded in 1965 as Volunteers in Service to America, the program was incorporated into the AmeriCorps network of programs in 1993. VISTA has been on the front lines in the fight against poverty in America for more than 43 years.

Arc Greater Twin Cities
www.arcgreatertwincities.org
Arc Greater Twin Cities is a grassroots advocacy organization dedicated to serving people with disabilities and their families. Intellectual and developmental disabilities include Down Syndrome, autism, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy and other related conditions. In 2007, the number of service contracts from parents, caregivers, adults with disabilities and professionals increased 15% over 2006 to more than 24,400.

AseraCare Hospice
www.aseracare.com
AseraCare’s mission is to preserve the dignity of death for our patients and families so that no one will ever die in pain or alone. We create a culture that is dedicated to the alleviation of human suffering, which finds expression through the ongoing gentle acts of kindness, sympathy and compassion. It is our foundational belief that by being present for patients during the part of their life that is called “dying”, one will better learn to honor life itself.

Assistive Technology of MN
www.atmn.org
Assistive Technology of MN is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for indivduals with disabilities, their families, and professionals through the advancement of assistive devices and services. Our agency provides services, assistance in locating equipment and financial solutions to overcome barriers associated with payment.

At Home in MN Healthcare
www.athomemn.com
“At Home in MN Healthcare” provides assistance for individuals in need by helping them to maintain their independence while continuing to live in their own home. As an “At Home in MN” employee, you may be responsible for providing basic healthcare, cooking, cleaning, taking our clients into the community, and doing anything else that they need to continue living independently.

Bolder Options
www.bolderoptions.org
Build your resume and show your commitment to community by mentoring a Twin Cities youth. Bolder Options is an activity-based, one-to-one youth mentoring program that uses running and biking, academic goal setting, and volunteerism to build self-esteem and encourage healthy habits in 10-14 year old youth. Bolder Options seeks adult mentors willing to meet weekly for one year with one youth. Mentors and youth spend 2-4 hours a week together, doing things like running or biking, volunteering in the community, attending group activities and working on youth goals. Mentors must be at least 21 years old, have access to reliable transportation, and pass a screening process.

Care Partners
www.childrenscancer.org
Care Partners recently celebrated their 25th year as a volunteer program supported by Children’s Cancer Research Fund of Minneapolis. Through our volunteers, Care Partners provides a variety of life programs and non-medical support services for pediatric and adult blood and marrow transplant patients, and pediatric oncology patients at the University of Minnesota Medical Center and University of Minnesota Children’s Hospital.

Children’s Dental Services
www.childrensdentalservices.org
Since 1919, Children’s Dental Services has dedicated itself to improving the oral health of children from low income families by providing accessible treatment and education to our diverse Minnesota area. CDS provides a full range of dental services to children from birth until age 21 and to pregnant women.

Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota
www.childrensmn.org
Serving as Minnesota’s children’s hospital since 1924, Children’s is the seventh-largest children’s health care organization in the U.S., with 332 staffed beds at our two hospital campuses in St. Paul and Minneapolis.

Community-University Health Care Center (CUHCC)
www.ahc.umn.edu/CUHCC
Community-University Health Care Center (CUHCC) was the first community health center in Minnesota. For 41 years, the clinic has been providing comprehensive medical, dental, mental health services, and accompanying social services to those who might not have access to mainstream health care services, due to socio-economic or cultural barriers.

Ebenezer Minneapolis Campus
www.fairviewebenzer.org
For more than 90 years, Ebenezer has provided compassionate, community-centered care for older adults and others in need, and touched the lives of more than 3,000 seniors each day. Volunteers are a vital part of delivering our mission in helping older adults and others make their lives more independent, healthful, meaningful, and secure.

fahrenHEIGHT360
www.fahrenheight360.com
Work with children and adults who have behavioral or physical disabilities. Gain actual experience in your field of interest, engage in challenging and meaningful work, and explore through experience as a PCA. Become a Personal Care Assistant through fahrenHEIGHT360’s 360 Catalyst Program.

Fairview Health Services
www.fairview.org
At Fairview, we promise exceptional care to each patient, every day. Our integrated health network - serving communities throughout Minnesota - provides care, from prevention and disease management to treating the most complex, life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Through our partnership with the University of Minnesota, we bring breakthrough medicine to the bedside.

Family & Children’s Services
www.everyfamilymatters.org
Family & Children’s Service has been helping Twin Cities’ families be the best they can be for 130 years. Last year, more than 31,000 people turned to us for mental health counseling, school success, violence prevention and community-building.

HCMC Emergency Department Research Associate Program
www.hcmced.org
The Research Associate Program in the Emergency Department at Hennepin County Medical Center hosts medical students and undergraduates interested in medical careers to participate in data collection for academic research projects. As RAs, students are afforded the opportunity to interact with patients, observe the practice of Emergency Medicine, and learn some of the methodology of clinical research. All of the research projects undertaken by the department are aimed at improving patient outcomes. As such, RAs participate daily in the innovation of emergency medical practice.

Health Partners Research Foundation
www.hprf.org
HealthPartners Research Foundation (HPRF) is a 501c(3) non-profit foundation, dedicated to conducting high quality, public domain health research, within the greater HealthPartners organization. Research is directed by HealthPartners’ medical, dental, and mental health professionals in their particular field of expertise and interest, often in collaboration with other academic and research organizations throughout the world. To date, we have had 112 MD or DDS researchers who have served as Principle Investigator for at least one research project through our foundation, as well as 30 PhD researchers and 5 PharmD investigators. There are 12 MD/DDS and 14 PhDs currently on the core staff.

Hennepin County Human Services
www.hennepin.jobs
Hennepin County is the largest unit of local government in the state of Minnesota, and serves the city of Minneapolis and surrounding suburban residents. We provide service in the following areas: social services, public/community health, law enforcement and corrections, public works/roads/transportation, recycling, libraries, general government, taxation, and many more areas.

Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions
www.kaptest.com
Kaplan has become the leading educational services company in the world, helping millions of individuals achieve their educational and career goals. Kaplan offers preparation courses for the MCAT, DAT, GRE, PCAT, NCLEX, and USMLEs.

Learning Abroad Center (U of M)
www.umabroad.umn.edu
The Learning Abroad Center is the University of Minnesota’s comprehensive resource for study, service-learning, intern, volunteer, work, and travel experiences worldwide.

Lutheran Volunteer Corps
www.LutheranVolunteerCorps.org
The Lutheran Volunteer Corps is a one-year, full-time domestic volunteer program that offers people a challenging year of personal exploration while working for social justice, living in intentional community, and practicing sustainable living. Volunteers are placed in full-time positions in non-profit organizations in 13 cities across the country. Volunteers receive a stipend to cover basic living and personal expenses, health insurance, and time off for retreats and vacation. The program begins in mid-August of each year. Application deadlines are January 15, March 13, and May 1.

Memorial Blood Centers
www.mbc.org
Save lives every day with Memorial Blood Centers. MBC is a locally operated, non-profit community blood center. We supply over 30 hospitals with blood, blood components, and a number of other life saving services. Check us out for employment and volunteer opportunities, and ask us about hosting a blood drive!

MN Department of Human Services - State Operated Services
www.dhs.state.mn.us/jobs
The MN Department of Human Services, working with many others, helps people meet their basic needs so they can live in dignity and achieve their highest potential.  The State Operated Services (SOS) Division is part of the MN Department of Human Services.  SOS consists of an array of campus and community-based programs serving people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, chemical dependency and traumatic brain injury.  Our organization includes a mental health inpatient treatment facility in Anoka and nine community behavioral health hospitals.  SOS also includes Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health Services, Community Support Services, and Minnesota State Operated Community Services.

Minnesota Internship Center School
www.mnic.org
The Minnesota Internship Center School (MNIC) is an inner-city charter high school serving low income African American and immigrant students ages 15-20. We have a strong commitment to serving our non-traditional students with unique learning opportunities. Volunteers and interns play a key role in MNIC student success.

Muscular Dystrophy Association
www.mdausa.org
The Muscular Dystrophy Association is a voluntary health agency — a dedicated partnership between scientists and concerned citizens aimed at conquering neuromuscular diseases that affect more than a million Americans. Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) has built bridges and knocked down barriers for youngsters with neuro-muscular diseases by providing an unforgettable week at MDA summer camp. Campers say the week they spend at MDA summer camp is “the best week of the year!”

Pals on Paws
palsonpaws.org
Pals on Paws is a therapy dog chapter of Therapy Dogs International (TDI). All of our visiting teams (dog/handler) have been certified through TDI. We visit nursing homes, hospitals and schools. It has been documented that therapy dogs do make a difference in people’s lives, medically and psychologically.

Park Nicollet Health Services
www.parknicollet.com
Park Nicollet Health Services is a non-profit, integrated care system that includes Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital, Park Nicollet Clinic, Park Nicollet Foundation, and Park Nicollet Institute. Park Nicollet is a recognized leader in several specialty areas, among them heart, cancer, breast cancer, childbirth, diabetes, eating disorders, stroke and Parkinson’s.

Peace Corps
www.peacecorps.gov
The mission of the Peace Corps is to promote world peace and friendship by providing volunteers who contribute to the social, economic and human development of interested countries, promoting a better understanding of Americans among the people whom volunteers serve, and strengthening Americans’ understanding about the world and its peoples.

Southside Community Health Services - Q Health Connections
www.southsidechs.org
www.qhealthservices.org
First known as Southside Community Health Services (SCHS) Outreach Department, Q Health Connections (QHC) was originally created to connect SCHS medical and dental clinics with the underserved and uninsured populations. Today, QHC provides the community with innovative programs, activities, and educational opportunities that improve health literacy and get people involved in their health care.

St. David’s Child Development & Family Services
www.stdavids.net
St. David’s Child Development & Family Services is one of the premier early childhood education centers in the west Metro area, serving more than 2,000 children and families a year. Our program areas include: early childhood education, special needs services, pediatric therapies, mental health services and in-home and community support.

Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) - U of M
www.research.umn.edu/undergraduate
UROP provides awards to U of MN undergraduates for research, scholarly, and/or creative work done with a U of MN faculty mentor. Awards up to $1700 ($1400 stipend, $300 expenses) are granted twice a year with application deadlines in early October (spring semester projects) and early March (summer and/or fall semester projects).

U.S. Army - Bloomington Medical Recruiting Station
healthcare.goarmy.com
The U.S. Army Medical Department (AMEDD) operates over 600 hospitals, clinics, and facilities around the world. We offer $120,000 in student loan repayment, accession bonuses up to $70,000, and health professional scholarships totalling over $200,000 plus a $20,000 bonus for qualified professionals in six corps: Dental, Medical, Medical Service, Medical Specialist, Nurse, and Veterinary.

Women Planting Seeds
www.womenplantingseeds.org
Since 2003, Women Planting Seeds has been collaborating with many other orgnaizations and working on its own whenever possible to eliminate the root causes of violence and incarceration in our society, by helping people recognize and break the patterns of old behavior that are passed down from generation to generation.

* Disclaimer: The Health Careers Center and the University of Minnesota has no control or responsibility for the: (a) quality or safety of any experiential learning opportunity/position descriptions or (b) the application, hiring practices, or EEO/AA status of any of the organizations in attendance at today’s Fair. We encourage students to use precaution when applying to, interviewing at, or participating in volunteer, internship, or research programs outside of the University. Listings on this web page do not imply endorsement of any kind and are meant to be a resource only.