Student Intern- Recovery High School

Prevention Links Inc • Roselle, NJ

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Prevention Links is seeking a motivated, compassionate, and dedicated Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW) intern to join its Recovery High School team in Roselle, New Jersey. This in-person field placement gives social work students hands-on experience supporting adolescents navigating substance use recovery while pursuing educational goals. Interns work alongside school staff to support students' recovery journeys, strengthen social-emotional and life skills, and connect students and families with community resources.

The internship offers practical experience in individual recovery support, group facilitation, case management, curriculum development, documentation, family engagement, and community resource coordination. Interns may incorporate evidence-based interventions into recovery planning and contribute to programming that promotes accountability, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and long-term recovery. Interns receive ongoing guidance and weekly supervision from a designated supervisor.

The placement requires two days per week, scheduled Monday through Friday between 8:30 AM and 3:00 PM, based on program needs and student placement requirements. Participation in one Saturday social event per month may also be requested. The ideal candidate is passionate about working with young people, interested in substance use recovery, and committed to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and in recovery.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited BSW or MSW program and seeking an internship or field placement.
• For placements requiring clinical or social work supervision, the designated supervisor must hold an LSW or LCSW, consistent with the student's academic institution's field placement requirements.
• Demonstrated interest in adolescent development, behavioral health, social work, or substance use recovery.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
• Willingness to learn, receive supervision, and work collaboratively in a school-based environment.
• Compassionate, dependable, and committed to supporting adolescents through recovery and personal growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual recovery planning and support to students under appropriate supervision.
• Assist students in identifying recovery goals and developing strategies to maintain recovery.
• Support students experiencing social-emotional challenges and help connect them with appropriate services.
• Integrate evidence-based interventions into student recovery plans consistent with the intern's educational level, training, and scope of practice.
• Build supportive relationships with students while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Assist with facilitating weekly groups focused on recovery, psychoeducation, emotional regulation, and life skills.
• Help develop youth-tailored curriculum and age-appropriate educational activities and recovery-focused learning materials.
• Assist with activities promoting healthy decision-making, personal responsibility, coping skills, and positive peer relationships.
• Identify community-based treatment, recovery, and support resources for students and families, and maintain an updated resource guide.
• Assist staff with parent or caregiver interviews during student intake as needed.
• Collaborate with parents, school personnel, and other programs to address student and family needs.
• Assist with referrals and resource coordination to support continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate student records and program documentation in the designated online data system.
• Document student progress, recovery goals, group participation, and other relevant information under staff supervision.
• Support administration of student urine drug screenings (UDS) under program policies, procedures, and supervisory direction.
• Assist with coordinating end-of-day specimen pickups as assigned and in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist with scheduling and confirming monthly guest speakers.
• Support student lunch ordering and pickup when needed.
• Participate in weekly supervision with the designated supervisor.
• Collaborate with Recovery High School staff and the student support team.
• Attend assigned trainings, meetings, and professional development activities.
• Assist staff and students during social events, including one Saturday per month when needed.
• Support additional student services and program activities as assigned.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience supporting adolescents navigating substance use recovery while pursuing educational goals.
• Ongoing supervision and guidance from a designated supervisor.
• Practical learning opportunities in adolescent behavioral health, recovery support, case management, curriculum development, family engagement, documentation, and professional collaboration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed