Comprehensive Community Services Clinical Intern
About The Position
Milwaukee County is seeking an intern for its Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) program within Behavioral Health Services. This internship involves the clinical aspects of onboarding consumers into the CCS program, providing support, technical assistance, and quality assistance to CCS branch offices. The role requires a minimum of 16 hours per week for at least two semesters, with direct clinical hours not being provided. The intern will work within the Community Access to Recovery Services (CARS) CCS. MILWAUKEE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. We are committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.
Requirements
- Authorized to work in the United States.
- Valid United States Driver’s License and Insurance, both able to be maintained throughout employment.
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Social Work, Rehab Psychology, Human Services, or a closely related field.
- At least one (1) year of Behavioral Health experience.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel etc.).
- Comfortable using databases and Electronic Health Records.
- Willing and able to travel within the community up to 5% of the time.
Responsibilities
- Perform Assessments and Screening via the CCS phone line. Talk with potential CCS referrals, complete screening for eligibility, and assign to Care Coordination agencies.
- Attend CCS Meetings and Trainings. Partake in various meetings to foster better understanding of the available community-based services, CCS Thursday Staffing’s, MHP, All Provider, and other meetings or trainings as assigned.
- Perform Audit and Reports. Audit paperwork (charts) and run reports to support agencies MHP/SAP and leadership. Inform staff of items that need to be completed. Assist in the quarterly auditing process.
- Receive ongoing scheduled supervision from a direct supervisor/licensed staff member.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive benefit package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
