Psychology Intern - Caro Center

Responsibilities

• Planning and conducting treatment groups for patients as part of the Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) program and other group therapy as indicated by patient needs.
• Conducting individual therapy as indicated by patient need.
• Developing Behavior Treatment Plans based on patient need and training staff in the implementation of the interventions as indicated.
• Documenting progress on the various treatment modalities as indicated by departmental guidelines and/or hospital policy.
• Completing documentation for each group and individual therapy session and weekly/monthly progress notes.

Requirements

• Must be actively enrolled in a college and university.
• Must have achieved at least a bachelor's degree and meet the qualifications of the learning institution, and preferentially, are enrolled in a Master's program.
• The academic major must be consistent with the area of which the student is seeking an internship (Psychology).
• Must provide a copy of respective academic institution’s Internship Agreement outlining internship objectives and academic instructor’s name and telephone.
• Must have satisfactory criminal history and protective services background check.
• Must possess a valid & unrestricted driver’s license.

Qualifications

• At the time of internship, must be currently enrolled pursuing your master's degree or higher in one of the following: Social Work, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Child Development, Human Resources.
• Preferred skills include active participation in academic and clinical settings, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

State of Michigan unpaid Intern positions do not include a comprehensive benefits plan.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

N/A

Additional Requirements and Information

For questions regarding this internship, please contact Samantha Ruhl at RuhlS@michigan.gov. MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

Required Questions

• Are you currently enrolled in a undergraduate or graduate program pursuing one of the following?:
Social Work, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Child Development, Human Resources

• Current Academic Institution:

• Major/Minor Field:

• Expected Graduation Date:

• Faculty Advisor Name:

• Faculty Advisor Contact Information (Email & Phone):

• Can you intern between 20-40 hours per week?
Yes No

• Has your field coordinator reviewed your application?
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• I authorize and understand that a background and reference check will be conducted and am willing to send a copy of my driver's license and social security card if selected.
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• Please enter your driver's license or identification number:

• Have you ever been convicted of misdemeanor?
Yes No

• If you answered yes to the question above, please list all convictions and dates of offenses.

• Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
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• If you answered yes to the question above, please list all convictions and dates of offenses.

• As a State of Michigan intern, I agree to follow all departmental and state policies.
Yes No

• To receive academic credit through my college/university, I understand that it is my responsibility to coordinate the process.
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• I understand this is a non-paid internship.
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• Do you have the ability to work from home, including home internet service? OR Are you willing to purchase home internet service if hired?
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