Harlem NY - Intern Harlem PROS

Goodwill NYNJ•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a counseling intern for the Comprehensive PROS Program. This is a great opportunity to develop counseling abilities and strengthen group facilitation skills. Responsibilities may include developing group curriculums, facilitating various groups, administering assessments inventories, and engaging program participants with PROS services. The intern will also have the opportunity to develop knowledge of MH community resources within the city.

Requirements

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Must be a team player and demonstrate a willingness to learn
Must be flexible, creative and energetic
Knowledge of MS Office Suite (word, Excel, Outlook)

Responsibilities

Facilitate 3-5 weekly groups
Maintain caseload of 3 – 5 participants
Assist participants with goal setting, development of skills that align with their stated desires or goals
Provide outreach to members including crisis intervention/prevention as needed
Document all participant contacts and services provided (daily) in electronic health record in a timely manner
Maintain monthly contact with other community mental health treatment/service providers for participants on caseload
Communicate/share participant updates with PROS team as necessary
Participate in staff meetings and participant case conferences to strategize, team brainstorming activities, and provide input on ongoing tasks
Have unsupervised contact with clients
Maintain participant confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA regulations
Perform other duties as assigned by Program Director or other Administrative Staff