Clinical Intern, Intensive Treatment Team (Homebased and STAY SAFE Programs)

Position Summary

Join WellPower’s Intensive Treatment team and gain hands-on clinical experience providing trauma-informed, culturally responsive mental health services to children, adolescents, and their families. This internship is embedded within Homebased and STAY SAFE services, which provide short-term, stabilization-focused interventions for youth experiencing acute mental health needs, including suicidal ideation or recent suicide attempts. Services are primarily delivered in homes, clinics, schools, and other community settings.

Duties & Functions

• Conducting biopsychosocial assessments and contributing to diagnostic formulation under supervision
• Providing individual and family therapy in home, clinic, and community settings
• Supporting youth and families experiencing suicidal ideation or recent suicide attempts
• Participating in safety planning and crisis stabilization interventions
• Delivering psychoeducation related to mental health, coping skills, and family systems
• Engaging in case management and coordination with schools, medical providers, and community partners
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary treatment team
• Completing clinical documentation in accordance with WellPower standards
• Attending team meetings, case consultations, and internal trainings

Requirements & Qualifications

• Master’s level students in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related clinical field
• Second year students preferred
• Interest in child, adolescent, and family mental health required

Hours

Minimum of 10 hours per week, with 15 to 20 hours preferred, along with a 9-to-12-month commitment aligned with the academic calendar.

How to Apply

Submit your application: Fill out our online application form with your details and experience.
Interview & practice screening: Participate in an interview WellPower staff.
Background check: Complete a background check as part of our standard process.

Learn more about WellPower

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