Therapist Intern

Acadia Healthcare • Chicago, IL

20h

About The Position

Overview PURPOSE STATEMENT: Perform supervised individual, group and family therapy, supervision, crisis intervention, and consultation/outreach. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assist clinicians in developing and implementing treatment plans with goals that are measurable, attainable and ensure success based upon patient’s clinical assessments and face-to-face interviews. Assist with regular patient reviews and analysis of patient’s progress or setbacks and make adjustment recommendations to support successful transitions. Complete clinical documentation under the guidance of a licensed clinician. Advanced students may have the opportunity to work with patients doing assessments, crisis interventions and create/run their own groups. Minimum time commitment is as required by the Intern/student to fulfill educational requirements. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. OTHER FUNCTIONS: Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. Qualifications EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Working towards a Master’s Degree in Social Work or related counseling field from an accredited Master’s program. Currently eligible for supervision leading to LCSW, LPC or LCPC. CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility. LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

Requirements

• Working towards a Master’s Degree in Social Work or related counseling field from an accredited Master’s program.
• Currently eligible for supervision leading to LCSW, LPC or LCPC.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.
• Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians in developing and implementing treatment plans with goals that are measurable, attainable and ensure success based upon patient’s clinical assessments and face-to-face interviews.
• Assist with regular patient reviews and analysis of patient’s progress or setbacks and make adjustment recommendations to support successful transitions.
• Complete clinical documentation under the guidance of a licensed clinician.
• Advanced students may have the opportunity to work with patients doing assessments, crisis interventions and create/run their own groups.
• Minimum time commitment is as required by the Intern/student to fulfill educational requirements.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees