Intern

Chimes•Allentown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The organization provides a vast array of services including educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health, delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This approach aims to comprehensively improve the lives of every person served. The intern's duties will vary based on the program, specifically within the Mental Health Outpatient Program located in Allentown, PA.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a clinical discipline (i.e., clinical or counseling psychology, clinical social work) for mental health therapists
Pennsylvania Act 33 & 34 clearance
FBI clearance
Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list

Responsibilities

Conduct formal clinical assessments of newly admitted clients
Develop and oversee the implementation of treatment plans
Provide crisis assessment and stabilization services, as clinically necessary
Utilize education and knowledge of mental illnesses and disabilities, symptoms, treatments, and social implications to provide therapy to individuals and families
Conduct individual, family, or group therapy, as clinically indicated, including maintaining a clinically appropriate balance between treatment modalities
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation, including but not limited to progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries
Provide the full provision of clinically indicated services and the supporting documentation based on established best practices of care and in full compliance with licensure standards
Maintain strong working relationships with other local providers, client advocacy groups, and client support systems
Implement clinical service delivery goals consistent with overall agency goals and policy/procedures
Report to direct supervisor, and other administrative staff as required, in a timely and comprehensive manner
Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the direct supervisor
Maintain personal compliance with all training requirements and personnel documentation standards
Maintain professional licensure and/or certification in the designated state(s) of service