Summer Intern

Grafton • Winchester, VA

6h • $16

About The Position

At Grafton Integrated Health Network, we’re united by a shared purpose: helping individuals with complex needs live their best lives. As a Summer Intern, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team providing compassionate, evidence-based support to children and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and other complex behavioral needs. Through supervised, hands-on experience and interdisciplinary collaboration, you’ll gain meaningful insight into real-world behavioral health practices while making a difference for the individuals and families we serve. This internship is designed to support your academic goals while offering meaningful impact, mentorship, and exposure to best practices in the field. Where learning meets purpose, and your work truly matters. Build your future with Heart & GRIT — the Grafton Way. Position Summary The Summer Intern provides supervised support to children and adults with autism, autism, intellectual disabilities, developmental delays, and other complex behavioral needs. This position offers hands-on learning, exposure to evidence-based practices, and interdisciplinary collaboration in a mission-driven environment. Interns will gain experience aligned with their academic field of study and program requirements. Opportunities are available in Winchester, VA and Richmond, VA.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university program in psychology, applied behavior analysis, social work, special education, nursing, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, counseling, or related behavioral/health sciences.
• Interest in serving individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
• Ability to meet all required background checks, clearances, and health requirements.
• Ability to adhere to scheduling requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in behavioral health, human services, education, or caregiving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate in diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and adaptability.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies Basic understanding of behavioral health or developmental disabilities.
• Ability to observe, record, and follow data collection procedures.
• Professionalism and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Problem-solving, active listening, self-awareness and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn evidence-based practices and organizational protocols.
• Openness to reflection and feedback

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of individualized treatment, behavior, or support plans under supervision.
• Observe and assist clinicians, educators, and behavior specialists in direct service delivery.
• Provide structured support in classroom, clinic, residential, or community settings.
• Assist with data collection, progress tracking, and documentation as directed.
• Participate in therapeutic, educational, or skill-building activities with individuals served.
• Help maintain a safe, supportive, and trauma-informed environment.
• Attend required training sessions, supervision meetings, and team briefings.
• Communicate observations or concerns to supervisors using organizational protocols.
• Work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team (BCBAs, Teachers, OTs, SLPs, Nurses, Social workers).

Benefits

• Supervised, hands-on learning aligned with academic or licensure requirements.
• Opportunity to observe and participate in evidence-based clinical and behavioral interventions.
• Access to training, coaching, and mentorship by licensed clinicians and certified practitioners.
• Exposure to potential career paths within the organization.
• Building a network of behavioral health professionals
• Consideration for employment following successful internship completion (based on performance and organizational needs).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed