Internship (Hospital Inpatient- Baltimore Washington) 2026-2027 Social Work BSW Fieldwork

About the role

This internship experience will provide an opportunity to work with a range of patient populations while developing professional and interpersonal skills needed to become a competent social worker.

Responsibilities

• Report to the unit 2 days a week
• Serve a variety of patient populations on either our child& adolescent or adult service lines and day programs
• Complete a comprehensive psychosocial assessment
• Communicate with patient’s family/guardian
• Communicate with internal and external treatment team members
• Assist with Discharge Planning
• Conduct clinical groups 1-2 times a week

Requirements

• Demonstrate effective time management as well as efficient oral and written communication skills
• Be willing to work with a team while also demonstrating the ability to be self-motivated

Learning Model

Students will be under the supervision of a licensed social worker and will learn through observation, demonstration, and ongoing feedback to ensure that each individual’s learning needs can be met fully and in an individual manner. Self-reflection, self-evaluation, and peer critique will further help to advance professional growth and development.

Student Expectations

• Readiness to learn from all experiences
• Demonstrate patience and compassion when working with those with mental illnesses

Applications

Applications will be accepted until July 31, 2026*