Practicum Student - Path Team

Brightli • St. Louis, MO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to gain meaningful hands-on experience while making a positive impact in the lives of others? As a Student Trainee, you will work alongside a compassionate and collaborative team dedicated to supporting individuals on their recovery and wellness journey. This role offers valuable real-world exposure to behavioral health services, opportunities to build professional skills, direct interaction with clients, mentorship from experienced professionals, and insight into a variety of career paths within the organization. We are seeking individuals who are compassionate, professional, dependable, eager to learn, and passionate about helping others. In this role, you will enhance services provided to clients through observation, participation, and supervised involvement in treatment programming. You will assist with client support activities, contribute to identifying client strengths and needs, participate in educational and recreational programming, and gain hands-on experience through job shadowing and collaboration with multidisciplinary team members. This internship provides a unique opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a professional setting while developing skills that support future career success.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, Nursing program, or higher educational program and eligible for internship placement
• Knowledge of confidentiality laws governing substance use and mental health treatment
• Understanding of case management principles, rehabilitation methods, and community resources for individuals experiencing mental health challenges
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with common software applications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to establish rapport with diverse client populations
• Ability to adapt to changing situations while following program policies and procedures
• Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance required
• Successful completion of background screening, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks

Responsibilities

• Assist in supporting clients throughout their treatment experience by providing encouragement, guidance, and positive role modeling
• Co-facilitate educational and recreational groups while helping create a supportive and engaging environment for participants
• Participate in treatment-related activities by helping identify client strengths, needs, and areas of concern
• Observe and monitor client activities, documenting relevant observations and ensuring client accountability
• Support the admissions and orientation process, including obtaining vital signs, conducting safety searches, and collecting urine or lab specimens as appropriate
• Collaborate with treatment teams by attending staff meetings, treatment planning meetings, and training sessions
• Assist with screening and monitoring detoxification clients to support safety and recovery needs within Adult Programs
• Maintain accurate documentation and timely communication regarding client behaviors, interactions, and concerns
• Follow program policies, safety protocols, confidentiality requirements, and ethical standards at all times
• Contribute to the overall success of the program through ongoing learning, participation in staff development activities, and teamwork

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern