Grants Project Intern

Newport Mental Health • Middletown, RI

20h

About The Position

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive, high-energy organization that uses a state-of-the-art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma-informed, evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized programs, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinics. This is a for-credit internship opportunity.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's Degree program
• A strong interest in behavioral sciences, human services, public health, nonprofit management, or related fields
• Strong written communication skills, including spelling, grammar, and professional writing
• Cultural humility and sensitivity when working with diverse populations
• Interest in learning about mental health and substance use treatment systems
• Understanding of confidentiality and willingness to comply with organizational policies
• Access to reliable transportation if required for on-site activities
• Access to secure video conferencing and/or phone capabilities for remote work

Responsibilities

• Researching federal, state, and local funding opportunities relevant to behavioral health services
• Assisting in drafting and refining language that describes program outcomes, impact, and service delivery models
• Supporting the development of presentations and materials for internal and external stakeholders
• Researching Rhode Island behavioral health providers to support collaborative care agreements and partnership development
• Assisting with administrative and organizational tasks related to grant tracking and reporting

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern