Adult Social Rehabilitation Intern

Position Summary

The Adult Social Rehabilitation Intern is a paid position designed to provide practical experience in psychiatric rehabilitation, recovery-oriented services, community mental health, and psychosocial rehabilitation. Under the supervision of the Social Rehabilitation Supervisor and designated rehabilitation staff, the intern assists in planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating recovery-focused groups, classes, and community activities that support adults experiencing mental health challenges. The intern develops professional competencies in assessment, engagement, documentation, therapeutic communication, community integration, rehabilitation principles, and interdisciplinary teamwork while contributing to the overall mission of the Adult Social Rehabilitation Program. This position is intended to provide meaningful experiential learning while supporting participant recovery, wellness, independent living, and community inclusion.

Professional Skills And Essential Functions

• Facilitation and Participant Support: Assist with planning, organizing, and facilitating recovery-oriented groups, classes, workshops, and recreational activities. Support participants in developing social, communication, wellness, coping, and independent living skills.
• Community-Based Rehabilitation Services: Participate in community outings and skill-building activities under staff supervision. Assist with transportation-related activities as assigned and approved.
• Documentation And Administrative Responsibilities: Complete assigned documentation within established timeframes and according to agency standards.
• Interdisciplinary Team Participation: Attend staff meetings, supervision sessions, trainings, and program meetings.
• Professional Development: Participate in supervision, reflective practice, and ongoing professional development activities. Learn evidence-based psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery practices.
• Program Operations: Assist with activity setup, preparation of materials, room organization, and cleanup. Perform other duties as assigned that support internship learning objectives and program operations.
• Attendance: Regular attendance is essential. Interns are expected to report to work on time and adhere to established schedules, agency policies, and internship expectations.

Qualifications

• Education: Current enrollment in an accredited Bachelor's degree program or recent graduate (within one year) in: Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, Sociology, Counseling, Rehabilitation Services, Behavioral Health, or Related Social Science Field.
• Experience: Previous volunteer, practicum, internship, or employment experience in human services, behavioral health, education, rehabilitation, or community services preferred. Experience working with individuals experiencing mental health challenges is helpful but not required.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and communicate effectively. Ability to participate in office-based and community-based activities. Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials weighing up to 15 pounds. Ability to travel within the community as required for program activities.

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation's largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year. Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences. With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

Our Culture, Our Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices. We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.