Clinical Intern

Justice Resource Institute • Acton, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Victor School is a Massachusetts Approved Private Special Education Day School Program serving students between 6th - 12th grade. Located in Acton MA, the school serves students with average to superior cognitive abilities with social emotional disabilities. Our student’s learning is often complicated by social, emotional, or specific learning challenges. The Victor School is fully approved by DESE. The Victor School team works closely and collaboratively with families, students, and school systems to provide each student with challenging, college preparatory academics in a safe, nurturing environment. Our school serves students between 6th - 12th grade within a 12 month school year operating from July - June. During Your Internship You Will: Carry a caseload of students and provide individual counseling through the ARC model and trauma-informed lens. Work with students toward their individualized IEP/treatment goals and track progress. Co-lead psychoeducational clinical groups. Collaborate with students, school districts, caregivers and community providers. Provide in-the-moment crisis management when needed. Complete all documentation related to case management, IEP development and data tracking. Why JRI? Be who you are! JRI is strongly committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment for our employees and the people we serve. You will positively make a difference in the lives of children and families. You will have access to career opportunities post internship within a large non-profit organization that provides opportunities for professional growth and advancement. You will have access to opportunities for ongoing training, professional development and opportunities for CEUs. Supervision from licensed and experienced staff to provide necessary hours and clinical growth towards degree completion. At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• Minimum working towards a Master’s degree in the social work or psychology field (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC or LMFT).
• We will accept 1st or 2nd year students.
• Both LICSW and LMHC supervision available/supervision by an LICSW/LMHC.
• Clinical interest in working with children/adolescents is required and familiarity with trauma informed models of treatment preferred.
• Good written and oral communication skills are necessary.
• Background and driving record checks will be performed.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical interest in working with children/adolescents is required and familiarity with trauma informed models of treatment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry a caseload of students and provide individual counseling through the ARC model and trauma-informed lens.
• Work with students toward their individualized IEP/treatment goals and track progress.
• Co-lead psychoeducational clinical groups.
• Collaborate with students, school districts, caregivers and community providers.
• Provide in-the-moment crisis management when needed.
• Complete all documentation related to case management, IEP development and data tracking.

Benefits

• You will positively make a difference in the lives of children and families.
• You will have access to career opportunities post internship within a large non-profit organization that provides opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• You will have access to opportunities for ongoing training, professional development and opportunities for CEUs.
• Supervision from licensed and experienced staff to provide necessary hours and clinical growth towards degree completion.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees