BSW or MSW Social Work Student/Intern

Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority • Saginaw, MI

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About The Position

Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority (SCCMHA) is currently accepting applications from students enrolled in Bachelor’s or Master’s-level Social Work (BSW/MSW) programs for clinical internship placements. SCCMHA is a comprehensive and inclusive agency that provides services to youth, families, and adults in Saginaw County living with developmental and intellectual disabilities, serious emotional disturbances, behavioral challenges, mental illness, and substance use disorders. Internship placements are assigned based on availability across various departments within the organization. This internship program is designed to provide students with practical experience and hands-on training to satisfy academic fieldwork requirements and professional development goals. Note: Students majoring in other health or human services-related fields are also encouraged to apply. If your degree is not specifically in Social Work, please indicate your major when submitting your application. SCCMHA will evaluate available opportunities and notify you of any potential placements.

Requirements

• Must be an active college student in a BSW or MSW program requiring a field placement.
• SCCMHA and the University must have an affiliation agreement in order for SCCMHA to accept an internship.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written skills.
• Must be able to maintain professional boundaries with agency staff and consumers.
• Demonstrate tact and diplomacy when interacting with consumers and respect and maintain confidentiality.
• Must have knowledge of and adherence to core values when interacting with agency personnel, network providers and other stakeholders.
• Must have basic computer skills for data entry and electronic communications.

Responsibilities

• Performs various administrative functions such as preparing reports and appearing in court.
• Addresses community groups and organizations.
• May serve as an officer or member of various mental health related community agencies which promote general goals of SCCMHA.
• Attends meetings, seminars, workshops, and community events related to the public mental health mission and to sustain professional competency.
• Reacts productively to change and handles other essential tasks as assigned.
• Fulfill the number of hours required by the College/University.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees