Clinical Mental Health Intern - Unpaid Practicum/Internship

Clinical Mental Health Intern – Unpaid Practicum/Internship
JOB HIGHLIGHTS
Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in an accredited graduate-level counseling, social work, or related behavioral health program
Seeking a clinical practicum or internship placement as part of educational program requirements
Interest in gaining experience working with children and/or other clients in an outpatient behavioral health setting
Willingness to learn and provide clinical services consistent with your level of education, training, and supervision
Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional and ethical conduct
Ability to meet applicable university, onboarding, background check, and agency requirements
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
As a Clinical Mental Health Intern with Opportunity for Hope, you will gain hands-on experience in an outpatient behavioral health setting while receiving appropriate clinical supervision.
Depending on your level of training and educational program requirements, opportunities may include:
Providing clinical services appropriate to your level of training under qualified supervision
Observing and participating in client assessments
Assisting with the development of individualized treatment plans
Building therapeutic relationships with clients
Learning to create a safe and supportive environment for clients to express their feelings and concerns
Gaining experience with clinical documentation and applicable recordkeeping expectations
Consulting and collaborating with members of the Mental Health team
Developing an understanding of professional, ethical, and confidentiality requirements within a clinical setting
Participating in professional development opportunities appropriate to your level of training
WHAT WE PROVIDE
Qualified clinical supervision consistent with applicable university and licensing requirements
Hands-on learning opportunities in an outpatient behavioral health environment
Exposure to assessment, treatment planning, clinical documentation, and client services
Opportunities to collaborate with experienced mental health professionals
Completion of required university evaluations and communication with the intern’s educational institution as needed
INTERNSHIP DETAILS
Status: Unpaid clinical practicum/internship
Internship hours will be coordinated based on the requirements of the student’s academic program and the needs and availability of the clinic.
This internship is intended to support the student’s educational and professional development and does not guarantee employment upon completion.
CLINIC HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday–Friday: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Appointments may be available outside these hours upon request.
WHY CHOOSE ODC?
Here at ODC, we are dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to achieve their work and life goals. We are committed to building and supporting a welcoming environment where people feel a sense of belonging and are valued for the contributions and perspectives they bring.
Our purpose is to champion the power of human connection, and the heart of connection is inclusion. You belong here.
ODC, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Employment type
Intern-Unpaid

Work arrangement
No