Behavioral Health Internship — Clinical & Outreach

Notre Dame; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

KMHS is seeking an entry-level behavioral health counselor to provide services across multiple clinical programs in the Kitsap area. The role entails outreach, group sessions, and collaboration with partners to ensure high-quality care.

You will participate in supervision and training, and contribute to trauma-informed practice while maintaining timely records and following KMHS policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Health or closely related field.
• Ability to work with vulnerable populations.
• Eligible for an Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical services across multiple programs (Outpatient, WISe, FACT, School-Based, Substance Use, or Crisis/Mobile services).
• Travel to serve the Kitsap community through office-based outreach.
• Maintain accurate clinical and administrative records with Collaborative Documentation when appropriate.
• Provide outreach to clients and their support networks as needed.
• Conduct group sessions with target populations.
• Collaborate with natural supports and other providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in KMHS administrative and clinical policy implementation.
• Engage with the team to problem-solve and support colleagues.
• Provide crisis intervention in collaboration with the team.
• Participate in supervision and training through various modalities.

Skills

Empathy for vulnerable populations

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Health

Job description

KMHS is seeking an entry-level behavioral health counselor to provide services across multiple clinical programs in the Kitsap area. The role entails outreach, group sessions, and collaboration with partners to ensure high-quality care.

You will participate in supervision and training, and contribute to trauma-informed practice while maintaining timely records and following KMHS policies.