Substance Use Disorder Intern

About the role

Job Title: Substance Use Disorder Intern. Location: 114 Main Street N, Hutchinson, MN 55350. Working Model: Onsite. Employee Type: 0.625 - 1.0 FTE. At Sagent Behavioral Health, we believe profound change is possible. As one of the largest behavioral health organizations in the Midwest—with 2,000+ team members across 80+ locations in five states—we offer the stability and resources to help you thrive. Backed by more than 100 years of combined behavioral health experience, Sagent brings together the trusted legacies of Ellie Mental Health, LifeWorks, Nystrom & Associates, Psychiatric Associates, Sandhill Counseling & Consultation, and Vantage Point. Here, you'll find a supportive, inclusive culture where you can hone your skills, collaborate with a fantastic team, and build a rewarding career focused on what matters most: helping others find hope. Guided by our HOPE values—Humility, Optimism, People-Centered, and Ethical Practice—we provide manageable caseloads, flexible schedules, and compensation options that work for you—from salary to production-based models.

Responsibilities

• See and maintain a small caseload of individual clients
• Co-facilitate SUD process groups
• Develop person-centered treatment plans
• Write clinical progress notes
• Utilize assessment tools in alignment with 245g MN state standards for documentation
• Gain experience in all 12 Core Functions during the practicum
• Co-facilitate group sessions and facilitate individual sessions for patients struggling with addiction
• Create and present psycho-educational lectures in group sessions
• Conduct intakes and assessments to gather patient information and guide treatment plans
• Collaborate with the treatment team to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Maintain accurate and compliant patient records in accordance with 245G requirements
• Attend and participate in all clinical staff meetings and trainings
• Attend weekly supervision

Requirements

• Pursuing an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree in Alcohol & Drug counseling, Co-occurring, or related
• Must be eligible to pursue LADC/ADC-T licensure or LADC and LPCC/LGSW/LMFT licensure upon completion of program
• Completing a formal practicum or internship through their program
• Demonstrate professionalism and integrity
• Previous work or volunteer experience preferred (examples: Independent Living Skills, Inpatient Mental Health, Behavioral Program, Residential Experience)

Benefits

• Shadowing opportunities in other service areas
• Free attendance for internal CEUs
• Flexible scheduling
• 401k

Pay

Total earnings for this position will include a stipend of $4,478 for a 440‑hour internship; an additional $7,260 stipend for an additional 440‑hour internship. Actual compensation may be determined by various factors such as licensure, experience, skillset, internal equity, schedule and/or location. Estimates are factored on a 1.0 FTE. Employees in these positions are W2.

Schedule

Onsite work schedule; position ranges from 0.625 FTE to 1.0 FTE (part‑time to full‑time).