CVN Intern

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care•Lakewood, CO

About The Position

This position provides an array of services to assist individuals and families cope with complicated mental health situations in the most effective way possible, thereby achieving a better quality of life. Through a collaborative process with clients and other team members, the Clinical Intern will provide mental health counseling and/or clinical case management services based on clients’ goals and needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Must be enrolled in a graduate program that Valley Cities has an affiliation with or is able to obtain an affiliation with prior to internship.
Must have completed at least one year of a graduate level program or the equivalent (e.g., is in an advanced standing one-year graduate program)
Ability to work effectively with a variety of professionals and a diverse client population.
Ability to employ person-centered, culturally relevant approaches that address individualized needs and goals of the client.
Ability to maintain strong professional boundaries.
Ability to adapt to changing situations and feedback.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Pass required background checks.
Must be available to work at least twice a week or 16+ hours a week.

Responsibilities

Function as a member of a clinical treatment team in coordinating mental health interventions with other team members for assigned clients.
Attend scheduled agency staff meetings and training.
Attend agency and program training to meet required annual standards of training for WAC and professional affiliations.
Participate in clinical and administrative supervision at least once a week.
Plan weekly schedule and vacations in collaboration with another staff members to ensure adequate coverage and quality service delivery.
Demonstrates reliable and consistent attendance.
Complete paperwork, including progress notes and treatment plan updates as required by WAC, Medicaid, and other contracts.

Benefits

Medical coverage available for employees and eligible family members and dependents
Dental coverage available for employees and eligible family members and dependents
Vision coverage available for employees and eligible family members and dependents
Health Savings Account, $2,000 contribution annually, prorated monthly.
Agency sponsored retirement plan, up to 6% employer contributions, and pre-tax/Roth available
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources
Comprehensive paid time off
Paid holidays
Extended sick leave options
Access to Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
Annual longevity bonuses
Recognition programs and incentives
Access to training, supervision, and consultation for professional certification and licensure
Clinical supervision provided toward licensure, if applicable
Paid training days
Yearly training fund