Intern - Clinical & Counseling

About the role

Join our Christ-centered team in stewarding the people and culture behind our faith-based agency. We are seeking compassionate, motivated Clinical Interns to join our multidisciplinary team at Union Gospel Mission (UGM), a community-based homeless shelter dedicated to providing trauma-informed care and holistic support to individuals, couples, and families experiencing homelessness.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct systemic clinical assessments and assist in developing individual and systemic care plans
• Provide solution focused and Intensive Family Therapy under supervision
• Facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic groups (e.g., coping skills, substance use recovery, trauma support)
• Collaborate with case managers, medical staff, and external providers to coordinate care
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with agency and ethical standards
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and training sessions
• Advocate for clients’ access to housing, healthcare, and social services

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related mental health field
• Completion of foundational coursework in clinical theory and practice
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to social justice and serving marginalized populations
• Prior experience with homelessness, substance use, or mental health preferred but not required

What You’ll Gain

• Supervised clinical hours toward licensure (if applicable)
• Experience working with diverse populations in a high-impact setting
• Training in trauma-informed care, Solution Focused and Intensive Family Therapy
• Opportunities for professional development and networking
• A deeper understanding of systemic barriers and community-based solutions

Schedule & Commitment

Flexible scheduling available; some evening/weekend shifts may be required. Must be able to commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week.