BHS Student Trainee Placement - Youth Community

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to BH services

Observation & client care

Co-facilitation opportunities

Flexible scheduling

Mentorship & supervision

Operations insight

Job summary

Brightli is seeking a Student Intern in Columbia, MO to gain hands-on experience in behavioral health services under supervision. The role offers structured observation, participation, and guided support, with opportunities to co-facilitate programming and assist in assessments, supporting client care in treatment environments.

The internship emphasizes professional conduct, confidentiality, and building rapport with clients while learning essential mental health and substance use services.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, or a related field.
• School approval and documentation for internship eligibility required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of confidentiality in behavioral health settings.
• Ability to build rapport and support clients within professional boundaries.
• Proficient with computers and basic software applications.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to standards of professional conduct, ethical practice, and confidentiality laws.
• Attend staff meetings, treatment team meetings, and training sessions as requested.
• Support client care by identifying client strengths, needs, and challenges.
• Assist in documenting and reporting client behavior and interactions.
• Participate in admission and orientation procedures, including safety checks and collecting vital signs or lab specimens as needed.
• Monitor client activities and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Co-facilitate educational, skills-building, and recreational groups.
• Observe detoxification protocols and assist with safety monitoring for clients (if applicable to program).
• Serve as a supportive, positive role model to clients.
• Participate in staff development activities and contribute to the overall treatment environment.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Confidentiality awareness

Rapport building

Computers & basic software

Education

Bachelor's degree enrollment in Psychology/Social Work/Nursing or related field

Tools

Computers

Basic software applications

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Student Intern

Location: Columbia, MO

Department: Preferred Family Healthcare

Employment Type: Internship

Shift: Flexible

Job Summary: Are you a psychology student seeking hands-on experience in the behavioral health field? Join our team as a Student Intern and gain real-world insight into client services through structured observation, participation, and guided support activities! This internship provides the opportunity to co-facilitate programming, assist in assessments, and support client care under the supervision of qualified professionals. Interns will represent the agency in a professional manner and play an active role in treatment environments while learning about the essential functions of mental health and substance use services.

Position Perks & Benefits

• Real-world exposure to behavioral health services
• Direct observation and participation in client care and team collaboration
• Opportunities to co-facilitate educational and recreational activities
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic requirements
• Supervision and mentorship from experienced professionals
• Insight into treatment planning, case management, and program operations

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to standards of professional conduct, ethical practice, and confidentiality laws
• Attend staff meetings, treatment team meetings, and training sessions as requested
• Support client care by identifying client strengths, needs, and challenges
• Assist in documenting and reporting client behavior and interactions
• Participate in admission and orientation procedures, including safety checks and collecting vital signs or lab specimens as needed
• Monitor client activities and maintain appropriate documentation
• Co-facilitate educational, skills-building, and recreational groups
• Observe detoxification protocols and assist with safety monitoring for clients (if applicable to program)
• Serve as a supportive, positive role model to clients
• Participate in staff development activities and contribute to the overall treatment environment

Education and/or Experience Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program (or higher) in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, or a related field
• School approval and documentation for internship eligibility required

Additional Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of confidentiality in behavioral health settings
• Ability to build rapport and support clients within professional boundaries
• Basic knowledge of behavioral health practices and community resources
• Proficient with computers and basic software applications

Position Perks & Benefits

• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time-off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

About Brightli

Brightli is on a mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care. Brightli’s top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO), Firefly, Adult and Child Health, and Places for People. While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer our call for years to come.

Brightli Snapshot

200 locations 4 states 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates 5k+ employees