Behavioral Health College Intern — Corrections & Reentry

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 22,647 - 25,402; Part time

Job summary

A state government agency is seeking a Behavioral Health College Intern in Ohio. This temporary position allows for 10 to 40 hours per week with flexible scheduling. Responsibilities include screening offenders for mental health symptoms, developing treatment plans, and providing therapy. Candidates must be enrolled in a college program related to Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology. This role promotes the agency's mission to reduce recidivism and emphasizes dignity and respect in treatment.

Qualifications

• Good standing in college or university focusing on Counseling, Social Work, Psychology.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Basic documentation skills and knowledge of behavioral health.

Responsibilities

• Screen offenders for mental health symptoms.
• Develop treatment plans and participate in multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide evidence‑based group therapy.
• Document encounters using a SOAP note format.
• Assist in re‑entry planning through dialogue and referrals.
• Assist with psychological testing.

Skills

Active Learning

Attention to Detail

Coaching

Listening

Education

Accepted to a college or university in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A state government agency is seeking a Behavioral Health College Intern in Ohio. This temporary position allows for 10 to 40 hours per week with flexible scheduling. Responsibilities include screening offenders for mental health symptoms, developing treatment plans, and providing therapy. Candidates must be enrolled in a college program related to Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology. This role promotes the agency's mission to reduce recidivism and emphasizes dignity and respect in treatment.