Behavioral Health Intern

Safehouse Wellness & Health; Arizona; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Safe House Wellness & Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Intern to gain hands-on experience in outpatient mental health services, working with licensed clinicians and care teams in Tempe, AZ. The role involves observing client interactions, supporting documentation, and participating in treatment planning and team meetings.

Interns will gain exposure to case management, counseling, and healthcare operations, with potential academic credit and a letter of recommendation based on performance.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Behavioral Health, Human Services, Nursing, or related degree program.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional demeanor and willingness to learn.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Observe and assist licensed clinicians during client interactions.
• Support case management and care coordination.
• Assist with intake paperwork and client documentation.
• Help maintain accurate electronic health records.
• Participate in treatment team meetings.
• Assist with wellness groups and educational workshops.
• Provide administrative support as needed.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and client confidentiality.
• Complete special projects assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to learn

Diversity awareness

Education

Psychology or related degree program

Tools

EHR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

About Us

Safe House Wellness & Health is a growing behavioral health organization dedicated to providing high-quality mental health and substance abuse services. We are seeking motivated students and aspiring healthcare professionals who want real-world experience in a clinical setting while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Intern will work alongside licensed clinicians, case managers, and behavioral health professionals to gain hands‑on experience in outpatient mental health services. This internship provides exposure to client care, treatment planning, documentation, and healthcare operations.

Responsibilities

• Observe and assist licensed clinicians during client interactions.
• Support case management and care coordination.
• Assist with intake paperwork and client documentation.
• Help maintain accurate electronic health records.
• Participate in treatment team meetings.
• Assist with wellness groups and educational workshops.
• Provide administrative support as needed.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and client confidentiality.
• Complete special projects assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Behavioral Health, Human Services, Nursing, or related degree program.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional demeanor and willingness to learn.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Background check required.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification (preferred but not required).
• Previous volunteer or healthcare experience.

What You'll Gain

• Hands‑on experience in behavioral healthcare.
• Clinical mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Exposure to case management, counseling, and healthcare operations.
• Opportunity to receive academic internship credit (if applicable).
• Letter of recommendation based on performance.
• Potential pathway to future employment.

Schedule

• Flexible based on school requirements.
• 10–40 hours per week.

Location

• Tempe, AZ

Compensation

• Unpaid internship for academic credit or
• Paid internship (if applicable)

Company Description

Safe House Wellness & Health is a leading behavioral health provider dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based mental health and substance use treatment. Our mission is to empower individuals on their journey to recovery through quality care, innovation, and a commitment to improving lives. We foster a collaborative environment where employees and interns can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.