Counseling | Clinical Practicum Intern
About The Position
The Counseling and Behavioral Health Clinic helps families of any income level with everyday problems, build healthy relationships, and heal from trauma and grief. Licensed bilingual counselors serve families in schools, at parishes, and in other locations throughout the greater Houston area. The Clinical Practicum Intern will focus on clinical practice, including intake, assessment, biopsychosocial evaluations, and treatment planning. Students will have the opportunity to shadow licensed clinicians and gain hands on experience providing counseling to individuals in the community. Professional development training and EHR based training will be provided. All client facing activities are completed under supervision to ensure quality of care, ethical practice, and professional growth.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled graduate student in a clinical counseling concentration
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Valid Texas Driver’s License
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Clinical interviewing and assessment skills.
- Ability to work with diverse and undeserved populations.
- Professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
- Cultural sensitivity and trauma informed approach.
- Understanding of DSM informed diagnostic considerations.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn in a clinical setting.
- Time management and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint)
Nice To Haves
- Students will have the opportunity to shadow licensed clinicians and gain hands on experience providing counseling to individuals in the community.
- Professional development training and EHR based training will be provided.
- All client facing activities are completed under supervision to ensure quality of care, ethical practice, and professional growth.
- Bilingual Clinical Environment: Work alongside bilingual in English and Spanish licensed counselors serving the Houston community.
- Ethical & Legal Knowledge: Understanding of confidentiality, HIPAA compliance, professional boundaries, and ethical standards.
- Reflective Practice: Participation in supervision, case consultation, and feedback based professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Conduct client intakes, screenings, and initial assessments.
- Assist in developing individualized treatment plans.
- Shadow licensed clinicians during counseling sessions.
- Provide counseling to individuals or groups under clinical supervision.
- Complete clinical documentation and progress notes using the EHR system.
- Participate in supervision, case consultations, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Attend monthly team meetings on Friday morning.
- Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to ethical and professional standards.
- Participate in professional development and training sessions.
- Support community outreach activities as needed.
- Conduct research and assist with program related projects.
Benefits
- Professional development training
- EHR based training
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Career Level
Intern
