Clinical Services Student Intern (Unpaid)

About the Role

Canyon Creek Behavioral Health (affiliated with United Health Systems) is a 102-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Temple, Texas. The facility features individual units for adolescents, adults, and seniors, and offers inpatient acute care and intensive outpatient programs.

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Student Intern Therapist to join our multidisciplinary clinical team. This internship is designed for students currently enrolled in a Master's level program (Counseling, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy) who are seeking to complete their practicum or internship hours in an acute behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience working with a diverse patient population experiencing acute mental health crises, substance use disorders, and complex behavioral challenges
• Work under the direct supervision of a licensed professional (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT)
• Transition from observation to leading clinical interventions

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Master's degree program in Social Work (MSW), Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or a related field
• Completion of core clinical coursework and approval from the university's internship coordinator
• Timely renewal of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (Basic Life Support) for healthcare professional's certification
• Annual professional skills verification
• HWC (Handle with Care) behavioral management certification