Job Description
An intern with the
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program (PSR) will have the opportunity to observe and learn from counselors at AllHealth Network at the
Wellness Center location (5554 South Prince Street, Littleton, CO, 80120) working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness and severe trauma.
The Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program (PSR) provides individual and group therapy to adults experiencing severe and persistent mental illness that are experiencing significant life stressors; the program focuses on supporting individuals to develop the social, emotional, and intellectual skills needed to live a meaningful life. The PSR team works with adjunctive providers to assist individuals in coping with life challenges through therapy, education, independent living skills, social support, and linkage to community resources and supports.
Under the supervision of a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), the intern will support the PSR Team by providing individual service hours and gaining firsthand experience on how assessments, treatment goals, and treatment plans are determined. The intern will carry a small caseload, conduct individual therapy sessions, and co-facilitate group therapy sessions. The intern will outreach and provide therapeutic services to clients individually and in groups, complete documentation, and monitor caseload. As with all internships, the intern will receive direct supervision from and be in daily contact with their supervisor, as well as consult with their supervisor on ethical dilemmas and safety concerns.
- Interns must be affiliated with a CACREP accredited academic program during their placement with AllHealth Network. The school or its representative and AllHealth Network must have an established Affiliation Agreement, in writing, in place regarding the terms of an intern's placement prior to the start of an internship.
- AllHealth Network employees are not eligible for internships while employed by the organization.
- All internships are unpaid.
- AllHealth Network does not employ or provide internships to current or former clients or those who have family members in treatment to avoid confidentiality concerns or conflicts of interest.
- Interns may not practice in any language other than English unless they have passed the Human Resources approved proficiency examination.
- Those offered internship positions are required to complete the background check process and other onboarding requirements, as outlined by Human Resources.
- Interns are expected to attend New Employee Orientation (NEO) as well as other required new hire and internship trainings and to complete all mandatory agency wide staff training requirements. Interns are also expected to give constructive feedback that evaluates their training and supervision experience and to be engaged in the learning process.
- Interns are expected to participate in the development of a performance improvement plan if one is needed.
- Interns are expected to keep track of their hours as they accrue, per the requirements of their academic program.
- AllHealth interns are encouraged to participate in all intern group meetings, trainings (both online and live), and presentations.
- Video and audio taping of sessions is not permitted . Interns in academic programs that require video and/or audio recording should apply elsewhere.
Title and Hours required: - Flexibility to complete hours Monday through Thursday, intern must be willing to be in office the same day as supervisor (Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday)
- A minimum of 16-20 hours per week along with a 9-12 month commitment, with some potential for flexibility.
- The placement typically follows the academic year and begins in the Winter/Spring 2025 semester.
- Open to hourly requirement or semester-by-semester term length
- Location: Wellness Center
- Must be willing to be in-office at least one day per week
- Potential for hybrid schedule (remote by Zoom/phone, and in-office), after a certain period of time
Minimum Qualifications and # of openings: - 2nd year MA or MS student, enrolled in a counseling or mental health-focused degree
- 1 intern slot available
- Intern should be open to working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness diagnoses
Student Supervisor's Credential Level: - LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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