Outpatient Therapy - Intern

Clarity Clinic•Chicago, IL

About The Position

We appreciate your interest in our program and are excited about the possibility of you joining our team. To learn more about our Master's internship program, please visit our dedicated Clinical Internship website at: Master's Clinical Internship Program To ensure that Clarity Clinic remains the best fit for you, we kindly request your participation in a brief survey. Ideally, your responses should align with critical requirements or elements of our internship curriculum. To Apply: 1. P lease complete this survey form: Clarity Masters Intern program survey 2. Please email the following documents, to [email protected] , using the subject line "Internship 2026." 3. Your email must include all of the documents requested, in one email, or your application will not be considered. Cover Letter Résumé Three Letters of Recommendations Transcript showing you have taken and passed diagnostics and clinical interviewing skills, or a comparable course. After providing the documents requested in this form, the virtual interview will be scheduled, and we hope to make our selections within the next few weeks. Requirements for Application into the Therapy Practicum Training Program Cover Letter (Please specify if you prefer a specific clinic site location and ideal start date) CV / Resume 3 Letters of Recommendations Transcript – diagnostics and clinical interviewing skills must be taken prior to internship. In this role, you will: This role is a non-paid Intern role , providing opportunities for clinical training and the ability to interview for and attain a Therapist I role with Clarity Clinic. Learn the operational process, metrics and clinical standards of an Outpatient Group practice setting. Gain an understanding of case conceptualization, the intake process, and utilize evidence-based treatment modalities to an array of populations and acuity levels. Provide evidence-based therapy sessions to a variety of populations from children/adolescents to adults, offering exceptional client care. Provide counseling services to clients under the supervision of a licensed clinical therapist. Conduct assessments to understand clients' mental health needs and develop treatment plans. Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions, addressing clients' emotional and behavioral concerns, via Clarity’s psychological services, including PHP and IOP. Assist in developing and implementing treatment plans tailored to individual client needs. Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including progress notes and treatment summaries. Offer emotional support and guidance to clients in navigating their mental health challenges. Collaborate with other mental health professionals and staff for comprehensive client care. Participate in supervision sessions and training to enhance therapeutic skills. Participate in required didactics and training. Assist in crisis intervention and provide support during emergency situations. Support Patient Care Coordinators (PCC) Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards in the practice of counseling.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
Willingness to work under the supervision of a licensed clinical therapist.
Demonstrated ability to empathize with clients and show compassion in therapeutic interactions.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective client interaction and documentation.
Cultural sensitivity and competence in working with clients from diverse backgrounds.
Understanding and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries with clients.
Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for holistic client care.
Ability to assess situations and apply problem-solving skills in the therapeutic context.
Currently pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field. (Required)

Nice To Haves

Specialties such as addictions, couples, EMDR certification, and spiritually based therapists are also valued.

Responsibilities

Provide evidence-based therapy sessions to a variety of populations from children/adolescents to adults, offering exceptional client care.
Provide counseling services to clients under the supervision of a licensed clinical therapist.
Conduct assessments to understand clients' mental health needs and develop treatment plans.
Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions, addressing clients' emotional and behavioral concerns, via Clarity’s psychological services, including PHP and IOP.
Assist in developing and implementing treatment plans tailored to individual client needs.
Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including progress notes and treatment summaries.
Offer emotional support and guidance to clients in navigating their mental health challenges.
Collaborate with other mental health professionals and staff for comprehensive client care.
Participate in supervision sessions and training to enhance therapeutic skills.
Participate in required didactics and training.
Assist in crisis intervention and provide support during emergency situations.
Support Patient Care Coordinators (PCC)
Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards in the practice of counseling.