Psychology Spring Internship
Juniper Communities•Aurora, CO
•Onsite
About The Position
Juniper Communities is seeking a motivated and compassionate Psychology Intern at Juniper Village at Aurora, an assisted living facility dedicated to enhancing older adults’ quality of life. The intern will gain supervised, hands-on experience supporting residents’ emotional and psychological well-being and learning about geriatric mental health care in a residential setting. This is an unpaid, part-time spring internship lasting eight weeks.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master’s program in Psychology, Gerontology, Social Work, or a related field.
- Strong interest in aging, mental health, and community-based care.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must pass background checks and meet facility health requirements, such as a TB test and vaccination status.
Responsibilities
- Assist with wellness check-ins under supervision.
- Observe and support individual and group activity sessions.
- Help develop and facilitate wellness and cognitive stimulation activities, such as memory games and reminiscence therapy.
- Provide companionship and active listening to residents to help reduce isolation.
- Create activities that support residents’ mental wellness.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
- Maintain resident confidentiality and follow APA ethical guidelines and facility policies.
Benefits
- Supervised clinical experience in a real-world setting.
- Opportunity to contribute to the well-being of seniors.
- Professional development and mentorship.
- Letter of recommendation upon successful completion.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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