Advanced Clinical Practicum/Internship
About The Position
Easterseals Iowa's Brain Health Department offers advanced clinical practicum and internship experiences for MSW students and Mental Health Counseling students seeking intensive behavioral health training. Students gain hands-on experience across services such as Outpatient Therapy, Crisis Stabilization Services, and Multisystemic Therapy (MST), working alongside experienced clinicians in both office-based and community settings. Advanced placements are typically completed over two semesters and range from approximately 600 to 800 hours, depending on your academic program requirements. This placement is best suited for students who are interested in community-based behavioral health services, nonprofit healthcare, and serving diverse populations across multiple treatment settings.
Requirements
- Enrollment in an accredited MSW or Mental Health Counseling program
- Eligibility for an advanced, specialist, or clinical placement through the student's academic program
- Interest in behavioral health and clinical practice
- Strong communication, professionalism, and teamwork skills
- Willingness to provide services in community settings when appropriate
Responsibilities
- Provide individual, family, and group therapy under supervision
- Conduct behavioral health assessments and treatment planning
- Participate in crisis assessments and intervention
- Support Multisystemic Therapy interventions
- Facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic groups
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams
- Develop competence in community-based clinical practice
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
