Clinical Practicum in Masters/Doctoral Behavioral Health

Christ Community Health Services•Memphis, TN

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

Experience healthcare for all ages of urban underserved, as you work alongside a psychologist, counselor, or social worker, in the context of distinctively Christian service. Learn what it looks like to point to Jesus as both the source of ability and the true healer by incorporating spiritual practices into healthcare. Practicum/Internship includes opportunities to participate in evidence-based clinical psychology and primary care mental health interventions. Post-doctoral fellows--please contact us directly to discuss specific opportunities/accommodations.

Requirements

Enrollment in, or completion of, an accredited degree program (MSW, LPC, PsyD, PhD).
Prolonged concentration despite multiple distractions in a fast-paced environment required
Prolonged standing and maneuvering within small exam rooms required (most locations)
Adherence to universal, bloodborne, airborne, and sterile precautions required
Affiliation agreement between organization and program (if not already established)
Background check and drug screen (or documentation if recently completed elsewhere)
Current government-issued ID, plus wearable badge (temporary badge available if needed)
Signed confidentiality, liability and media consent forms
Immunization records including TB, HBV, and Flu (depending on season)
Personal transportation for intra-day travel between facilities
Portable personal device (PC/Mac laptop or Apple tablet)
Practicum/Internship must be for credit in an educational program

Nice To Haves

Experience with motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy
HIPAA training

Responsibilities

Work in clinic at least 150hrs over 12wks
Perform Mental Status Examinations, Health Behavior Assessments, and well-child evaluations
Participate in crisis therapy
Use motivational interviewing
Present and document pertinent findings
Create biopsychosocial treatment plans, in collaboration with primary care provider
Integrate selective theory with evidence-based practices
Integrate spiritual care and evidence-based interventions
Attend at least 6hrs of didactic behavioral health training (biweekly sessions)
Attend at least 6hrs of didactic spiritual health training (weekly sessions)
Shadow at least 2hrs with a Spiritual Health Advisor