Behavioral Health Internship Program Lead

Harmony Health Therapeutic Services; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Health Therapeutic Services seeks an Intern Coordinator to lead the student practicum program. The role oversees onboarding, supervision, and compliance, ensuring high-quality clinical training and adherence to policies.

You will collaborate with directors to assign field instructors, maintain a light clinical caseload, and drive relationships with academic partners to sustain a robust intern pipeline.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Behavioral Health from an accredited program (e.g., Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy).
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSW-A) or LCSW or equivalent licensure in a relevant field (e.g., LPC, LMFT).
• Strong written and verbal communication; proven leadership capabilities.
• Adept at solving complex administrative issues and mediating conflicts.
• Deep knowledge of clinical behavior health regulations, ethics, and guidelines.
• At least 1 year of paid post‑graduate clinical experience.
• Maintain professional liability insurance ($1,000,000/$3,000,000).

Responsibilities

• Recruit and staff student personnel; participate in selection to ensure qualified, mission-aligned interns.
• Attend Monthly Leadership and staff meetings; provide input and strategic guidance for the intern program.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and establish partnerships with academic programs for internships.
• Manage academic relations and serve as primary liaison between university and Harmony Health.
• Review intern applications and schedule interviews to assess fit and readiness.
• Plan and deliver onboarding training for interns and ensure tailored educational modules are provided.
• Complete university-required training, forms, and documentation for internship placement.
• Collaborate with Clinical/Operations/Administrative Directors to assign field instructors or supervisors.
• Maintain a reduced direct clinical caseload with approximately 15 billed sessions per week.
• Conduct random and systematic audits of intern files, progress notes, and treatment plans.
• Provide ongoing supervision and resources to interns and supervisors; address concerns promptly.
• Resolve conflicts or grievances involving interns or intern program.
• Continuously monitor compliance with external laws, internal policies, and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Regulatory knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Behavioral Health

Job description

Harmony Health Therapeutic Services seeks an Intern Coordinator to lead the student practicum program. The role oversees onboarding, supervision, and compliance, ensuring high-quality clinical training and adherence to policies.

You will collaborate with directors to assign field instructors, maintain a light clinical caseload, and drive relationships with academic partners to sustain a robust intern pipeline.