Clinical Intern

Justice Resource Institute • Acton, MA

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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.

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.
• Our program has openings for next  year. 
• 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.

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

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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