Clinical Intern, Intensive Treatment Team (Homebased and STAY SAFE Programs)
About The Position
WellPower's Intensive Treatment team is seeking a Master’s level intern in Social Work or Counseling to gain hands-on clinical experience. This internship focuses on providing trauma-informed, culturally responsive mental health services to children, adolescents, and their families within the Homebased and STAY SAFE programs. These programs offer short-term, stabilization-focused interventions for youth experiencing acute mental health needs, such as suicidal ideation or recent suicide attempts. Services are delivered in various community settings including homes, clinics, and schools. The intern will have the opportunity to provide individual therapy, family therapy, crisis support, safety planning, psychoeducation, and case management services under close supervision. This is a non-paid student intern opportunity.
Requirements
- Master’s level students in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related clinical field
- Second year students preferred
- Interest in child, adolescent, and family mental health required
- Minimum of 10 hours per week, with 15 to 20 hours preferred
- 9-to-12-month commitment aligned with the academic calendar
- Fill out our online application form with your details and experience
- Participate in an interview
- Complete a background check
Responsibilities
- Conducting biopsychosocial assessments and contributing to diagnostic formulation under supervision
- Providing individual and family therapy in home, clinic, and community settings
- Supporting youth and families experiencing suicidal ideation or recent suicide attempts
- Participating in safety planning and crisis stabilization interventions
- Delivering psychoeducation related to mental health, coping skills, and family systems
- Engaging in case management and coordination with schools, medical providers, and community partners
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary treatment team
- Completing clinical documentation in accordance with WellPower standards
- Attending team meetings, case consultations, and internal trainings
- Maintaining a trauma-informed environment of wellbeing
- Performing other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Training in evidence informed approaches, including specific suicide interventions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
