MSW Social Work Intern
About The Position
Centerstone’s Virtual Clinic offers a year-long, unpaid practicum internship for first-year MSW students interested in community mental health and case management. Interns work 15–20 flexible hours per week, Monday through Friday over two to three days, with scheduling coordinated with their supervisor. The placement provides hands-on experience with clients through case management assessments, resource navigation, and case management service delivery. Interns receive weekly one-to-one supervision from an LCSW and a task supervisor. Interns work with a diverse client population whose members have commercial insurance and a range of mental health concerns, life challenges, and support needs. The experience is intended to build skills in social work assessment, case management intervention, documentation, professionalism, ethics, cultural competence, and work with individuals, families, and groups. Interns may also assist with community outreach, advocacy projects, and administrative tasks. Applicants must live in Tennessee and be enrolled in an MSW program at one of the approved universities listed in the posting.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Master of Social Work program as a first-year student seeking a practicum placement.
- Live in Tennessee.
- Attend one of the 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.
- Have a strong interest in community mental health and case management.
- Commit to 15–20 hours per week for one academic year.
- Communicate effectively in writing, verbally, in person, and virtually.
Responsibilities
- Conduct client intakes and assessments, participate in recurring case management sessions, and assist with resource navigation.
- Maintain a small caseload, documentation, and treatment planning.
- Participate in or co-facilitate group and family sessions where able.
- Assist with community outreach, advocacy, and policy initiatives.
- Provide administrative support, including resource development and project work.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- 403b retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and ten paid holidays
- Company-paid AD&D insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability
- Employee Resource Groups
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
