INTERN - UNPAID OUTPATIENT

Volunteers of America Northern Rockies•Cheyenne, WY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an unpaid internship position at Volunteers of America Northern Rockies, located in Cheyenne, WY. The intern will provide and coordinate clinical services under the supervision of licensed clinical staff, ensuring treatment practices align with standards and client needs. Professionalism, ethical conduct, and collaboration with colleagues and community providers are essential. The program emphasizes Servant Leadership and Cultural Values of Communication, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.

Requirements

For Master’s level internships, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree.
Currently enrolled in an internship/clinical class.
Proficient with MS Office, Outlook and Internet Explorer.
Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment and attention to detail.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficient with standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

Agree to weekly supervision with an approved, licensed on-site clinical supervisor.
Receive referrals for services as approved by the clinical supervisor based on competency and client acuity.
Refer inappropriate referrals to appropriate VOANR/community service provider(s).
Conduct intake assessments, complete required documentation, and develop initial Treatment Plans (Master's level).
Provide individual, marital, family, group, and rehabilitative services as appropriate (Master's level).
Make appropriate referrals as needed during the course of treatment.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other community providers.
Coordinate with other VOANR staff and community providers for joint treatment.
Prepare needed reports of treatment as requested.
Maintain case records to reflect the course of treatment and provide required documentation.
Provide follow-up and aftercare planning services as needed.
Expeditiously discharge inactive clients.
Assist clinical supervisors in providing program and case consultation and education services internally and to external groups.
Participate in agency program development activities.
Assist/participate in providing liaison service for local, regional, and state hospitals to ensure continuity of care.
Maintain therapeutic responsibility for the collection of fees as directed by the clinical supervisor.
Attend team meetings, staff meetings, supervisory conferences, and other activities that ensure smooth clinic operations and clinical training.
Other duties as assigned by Clinical supervisor or internship coordinator.