MSW Social Work Intern
About The Position
Centerstone’s Virtual Clinic offers a year-long practicum internship for first-year Master of Social Work students interested in community mental health and case management. Interns gain hands-on experience with case management assessments, resource navigation, and case management service delivery. They may also support community outreach, advocacy projects, and administrative work. The placement is intended to develop skills in social work assessment, case management intervention, documentation, professionalism, ethics, cultural competence, and working with individuals, families, and groups. The internship is unpaid and requires a commitment of 15–20 hours per week over one academic year. Scheduling is flexible, typically across two or three weekdays, Monday through Friday, and is coordinated with the supervisor. Interns receive weekly one-to-one supervision from an LCSW and a task supervisor. Candidates must live in Tennessee and be enrolled in an MSW program at one of the listed approved universities: Austin Peay State University, East Tennessee State University, Middle Tennessee State University, Southern Adventist University, Union University, Tennessee State University, the University of Memphis, or the University of Tennessee. Interns work with a diverse population of Virtual Clinic clients who have commercial insurance and a range of mental health concerns, life challenges, and support needs, including anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, and life transitions.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Master of Social Work program and seeking a first-year placement.
- Strong interest in community mental health and case management.
- Ability to commit to 15–20 hours per week for one academic year.
- Must live in Tennessee.
- Must attend one of the listed approved universities for the application to be reviewed.
- Effectively communicate in writing, verbally, in person, and virtually.
Responsibilities
- Conduct client intakes and assessments, provide recurring case management sessions, and navigate resources.
- Maintain a small caseload and complete documentation and treatment planning.
- Participate in or co-facilitate group and family sessions where able.
- Support community outreach, advocacy, and policy initiatives.
- Assist with resource development, administrative tasks, and project work.
Benefits
- Continuing education opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
