Student Internship / Practicum Clinician

Chestnut Health Systems•Madison & St Clair Counties, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Chestnut Health Systems is offering a Practicum/Internship opportunity for master’s-level students seeking hands-on clinical experience in substance use and behavioral health treatment. This placement provides direct experience working with adults in residential and intensive outpatient programs, with opportunities to engage across a variety of populations including children (age 5+), adolescents, adults, and seniors. This is an in-person position with exposure to both clinical and program-level work. Chestnut Health Systems™ is a leading provider of integrated health care services. Since 1973, Chestnut has grown to more than 800 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri. We provide fully integrated care for all our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.

Requirements

Must be a second-year master’s student in a Clinical-Counseling or related program
Basic computer skills required
Ability to demonstrate professionalism, responsibility, and willingness to learn
Willingness to participate in direct care activities after completing required trainings
Ability to engage in supervision and incorporate feedback into practice
Some evening availability may be required

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family counseling under supervision
Facilitate or co-facilitate psychoeducational and skills-based groups
Complete assessments, including biopsychosocial evaluations, and assist with treatment planning
Participate in client intake, case management, discharge planning, and referral services
Support crisis intervention and provide linkage to community resources
Deliver services in residential and outpatient treatment settings
Document services in a timely and professional manner using electronic systems
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and participate in team meetings
Engage in regular supervision and apply feedback to clinical practice
Participate in program development, evaluation, and training opportunities
Gain exposure to macro-level work including administration, policy, advocacy, and research
Work with diverse populations across areas such as substance use, mental health, housing/homelessness, public health, and criminal justice
Maintain professionalism, responsibility, and openness to feedback in all aspects of the internship
Follow all program guidelines, including no client transportation