Master's Level Therapy Intern

Aspen Hope Center is committed to fostering a supportive, growth-oriented learning environment grounded in clinical excellence, collaboration, and community impact. This unpaid internship is designed for students in the second year of a Master’s program in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field, providing supervised clinical experience toward licensure requirements.

About the role

The Master’s Level Therapy Intern will provide supervised counseling services to clients, gaining practical experience in a professional setting while working under the guidance of a licensed clinical supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and/or family counseling under supervision
• Conduct intake assessments, develop treatment plans, and document sessions in accordance with agency policies
• Maintain accurate, timely, and ethical documentation in compliance with legal, professional, organizational standards, and insurance requirements
• Participate in weekly clinical supervision with a licensed counselor
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate client care
• Attend training sessions, staff meetings, and case consultations as required
• Adhere to all ethical guidelines, confidentiality laws (e.g., HIPAA), and institutional policies
• Engage in self-reflection and incorporate feedback to grow clinical competencies
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, case managers, and other mental health professionals to ensure holistic and coordinated care
• Contact other agencies (EMS, child protective services, law enforcement, etc.) when necessary, following mandated reporter guidelines
• Acknowledge and adhere to all policies and procedures of Aspen Hope Center
• Complete additional tasks and training as requested by the Therapy Program Consultant and Chief Clinical Officer

Learning Opportunities

• Exposure to a range of clinical presentations across outpatient and crisis continuum
• Development of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning skills
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team
• Training in trauma-informed and evidence-based practices
• Opportunities to observe and/or participate in crisis response, school-based services, and IOP

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Master’s program in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related mental health field
• Must be eligible to earn internship credit through their academic program
• Must pass any required background checks and TB testing
• Bilingual proficiency is a plus

Skills

• Basic knowledge of counseling theories, techniques, and ethics
• Commitment to cultural competence and serving diverse populations
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-based setting
• Skilled in basic computer operations including the use of the Internet, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and general data management
• Ability to uphold personal boundaries with clients, practitioners, and other agencies
• Ability to maintain composure, professionalism, and structure in any given situation
• Ability to uphold confidentiality at all times and adhere to the minimum necessary rule

Supervision

Intern will receive regular supervision from a licensed clinical supervisor who meets the qualifications for overseeing internship hours as required by the intern's academic program and licensure board.

Location: Basalt or Rifle, CO; includes some travel throughout AHC service footprint from Aspen to Parachute. Reports to: Chief Clinical Officer.