Therapy Intern

Maryland Wellness, LLC • Salisbury, MD

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About The Position

The Therapy Intern position is designed for current Maryland Wellness staff who are enrolled in a Master’s-level Counseling or Social Work program and are completing practicum or internship requirements. This opportunity is intended to support professional growth and development as part of the pathway toward a therapist role. Interns will gain supervised, hands-on clinical experience in an outpatient mental health setting, including exposure to assessments, treatment planning, documentation, and group therapy.

Requirements

• Currently employed with Maryland Wellness
• Actively enrolled in an accredited Master’s-level Counseling or Social Work program
• Eligible to participate in practicum and/or internship per school requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and balance internship responsibilities with current job duties
• Demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and openness to feedback
• Ability to build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and professional boundaries

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in behavioral health strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical supervision with an assigned licensed mental health professional in accordance with school requirements
• Shadow therapy sessions (as appropriate and with client consent) to observe clinical interventions and therapeutic approaches
• Assist with and gradually participate in intake/assessment processes, as appropriate to training level
• Support development of treatment plans, progress notes, PRP referrals and clinical documentation within the EHR
• Co-facilitate group therapy sessions and participate in group planning and preparation
• Collaborate with therapy and medication management providers to develop an understanding of clinical decision-making, interdisciplinary treatment planning, and coordinated care delivery
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in alignment with organizational, regulatory, and payer standards
• Adhere to all confidentiality requirements, including HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and all applicable federal, state, and organizational policies related to the protection of protected health information (PHI)
• Communicate proactively with supervisors regarding schedule coordination, workload, and support needs
• Apply knowledge and skills from academic coursework to clinical practice in a supervised setting

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees