Intern Community Counseling

Position Summary

The Counseling Intern will gain hands-on experience working with youth and families in a community-based counseling program. Interns will observe and assist with counseling services, case management, and truancy intervention efforts while developing clinical and professional skills in a trauma-informed environment.

Internship Responsibilities

• Aid with client intakes, assessments, and treatment planning
• Observe and support individual, group, and family counseling sessions
• Aid with case management activities including referrals and resource coordination
• Help monitor school attendance and support truancy intervention efforts
• Support youth skill-building groups and counseling activities
• Support client follow-ups and communication with families and community partners
• Learn documentation practices including contact notes, intake forms, and service records
• Observe or assist with truancy arbitration and court-related procedures when appropriate
• Attend supervision sessions, staff meetings, and program trainings
• Support program activities that promote youth engagement, education, and pro-social behaviors
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical standards
• Apply trauma-informed practices when working with youth and families

Learning Opportunities

• Gain experience in clinical assessments and treatment planning
• Develop individual and group counseling techniques
• Enhance case management and community resource coordination skills
• Improve truancy intervention and family engagement abilities
• Collaborate with schools, courts, and community partners
• Master clinical documentation and professional ethics
• Understand trauma-informed care practices

Internship Requirements

• MUST be obtaining a Bachelor’s in Social work OR be a Master’s level student currently enrolled in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or a related Human Services field, or a Registered Intern through the Board
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have reliable transportation and active auto insurance
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical standards
• Proof of liability coverage through your school or professional liability insurance (for Master’s Level Interns)

Preferred Skills & Qualities

• Show interest in working with youth and families
• Display strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be able to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and participate in supervision
• Have basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Be able to maintain professionalism and confidentiality