Masters-Level Intern - Children’s Programs
About The Position
Newport Mental Health (NMH) is seeking a motivated, caring, and empathetic intern to join our Children’s General Outpatient (CGOP) team. This 11-week, 40-hour weekly internship will involve assisting CGOP clinicians with facilitating youth summer camp day programs at local Newport County YMCA locations. The intern will learn about NMH's person-centered approach to care and gain hands-on clinical experience with children and adolescents in a summer camp setting. Responsibilities include supporting campers with behavioral or mental health challenges, assisting in making referrals to Newport Mental Health when applicable, and serving as a liaison between the YMCA and Newport Mental Health.
Requirements
- Enrolled in a master’s level program or higher with a Mental Health Counseling or Social Work focus at an accredited college or university.
Responsibilities
- Check in and out daily with Camp Director.
- Be prepared to enthusiastically engage in all camp activities, water play, outdoor sports, etc.
- Work with children experiencing behavioral health (e.g. depression, anxiety, ADHD) challenges.
- Support camper’s engagement in camp activities.
- Support social-emotional learning opportunities with campers.
- Provide support to staff (often high school aged staff) working with children experiencing behavioral health challenges, especially de-escalation support.
- As directed by Camp Director, support in coordinating care with NMH, especially MRSS and CGOP.
- Follow YMCA Camp Protocols at all times, particularly during behavioral health emergencies.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.
- Attend trainings and meetings as assigned.
- Adhere to safety policies including participation in fire/disaster drills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
