Marshall University works with community partners to place students off-site. These partnerships allow students to experience job opportunities that are not available here at Marshall. The below summaries provide information on the job duties of the community partners.
Branches Domestic Violence
The work study position at Branches Domestic Violence Shelter puts students directly in the front office of the emergency shelter working with survivors of domestic violence. This position provides the unique opportunity to work alongside certified domestic violence advocates and may include duties such as: answering phone calls, sorting donations, organizing clothing closets/cabinet and supply spaces. Work study students may also interact directly with survivors and helping to meet their emergent needs or providing supplies during their emergency shelter stay. We strongly recommend this opportunity for criminal justice, social work, and psychology students.
Location: Work location in Huntington is disclosed once you are placed.
Hours/Days of Operation: Students may set their schedule between the hours of 9am-9pm, 7 days a week.
Children’s PLACE Mission Statement
The mission statement of Children’s PLACE is to offer a richly stimulating and diverse child development program to the families of young children while they are apart during the day. We believe it is the inherent right of all families to receive support in assisting their children to reach their full potential. Therefore, we strive to include within our care families with varied needs by serving children as young as six weeks of age through PreK, by including children with a wide range of developmental abilities, and by welcoming families from diverse backgrounds.
Job Type: Work Study Student
Job Description or Duties
- Help conduct daily activities per Lead Teacher’s direction.
- Supervise children in assigned room per Center guidelines.
- Assist with the implementation of curriculum.
- Report any suspected cases of child abuse or neglect. Take Mandated Reporter Training.
- Give each child the opportunity to use materials available according to the child’s interests, abilities and level of maturation.
- Help maintain an orderly and clean environment in your room.
- Assist with breakfast, lunch and snack.
- Assume any janitorial duties as needed. (ex: take out classroom trash, sweep floor, wipe tables, etc.)
- Follow all guidelines of the Employee Handbook.
- Attend all staff meetings and workshops when necessary.
Requirements: Must pass background check through DHHR Authorization and Release for Protective Services Record Check and WV CARES.
Location–:625 Richmond Street, Huntington WV 25702
Hours/Days of Operation: Monday – Friday 7am – 5:30pm
Ebenezer Medical Outreach
Ebenezer Medical Outreach, Inc. is the region’s free and charitable clinic for the uninsured and underinsured. Operating out of the Douglass Centre in Huntington’s Fairfield community, Ebenezer provides high quality primary care, dental care, pharmacy services, and much more. Students placed with Ebenezer will gain valuable experience in medical office operations in a mission-driven environment. They’ll gain professional experience in performing essential administrative tasks and community outreach activities. Qualified students will also have the opportunity to help with data analysis, research, and planning activities while benefiting from leadership mentoring.
Location: 1448 10th Ave, Suite 100, Huntington, WV 25701
Hours/Days of Operation: Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
River Valley Child Development Services
Manage and coordinate office activities ensuring seamless operations. Provide administrative support, and organizational and customer service tasks to ensure professionals have resources necessary to optimize program efficiency. This includes: coordinating and planning program activities, distributing information, preparing mail and outgoing correspondence, implementing record systems, maintaining supply inventory, developing, and maintaining and electronic filing system, assisting with reports, regular communication with clients, etc. Consistently demonstrate strong organizational skills and multitasking abilities. Proficient in utilizing office software, including Microsoft Office.
Location(s): 432 2nd Street, Huntington, WV and 611 7th Avenue, Huntington, WV
Hours/Days of Operation: Monday – Friday 8:00A-4:30P
