Clinical Intern - part-time - 1st shift - Mon-Fri

Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA); New Britain (CT); On-site; Full time

Job description

Position Summary

CMHA is looking to hire a Part‑time – 20 hours – Clinical Intern for our Adult Outpatient Program in New Britain, Monday to Friday. Under the supervision of the appropriately credentialed individual, the student intern or practicum student will be an active part of a multidisciplinary team that provides outpatient assessment and clinical treatment services to adults who present with a wide range of significant behavioral health needs and substance abuse issues. Treatment is aimed at assisting individuals by helping them develop the skills necessary to improve their quality of life.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive intake assessments that result in diagnosis and recommendations for psychiatric and substance abuse treatment for children, adolescents, adults and/or families and assists with appropriate referrals and linkage to other services, if appropriate.
• Develops treatment goals and objectives with the client. Utilizes evidence‑based treatments and appropriate treatment modalities (individual, family, group, couples) that promote the amelioration of psychiatric symptoms and/or substance abuse and behaviors exhibited by clients.
• Evaluates client risk on an ongoing basis and formulates and implements an appropriate safety plan.
• Collaborates and coordinates with external agencies such as schools, PCPs, DCF, probation, court and other social service agencies.
• Maintains accurate documentation that is submitted within program and funder timeframes.
• Completes all placement requirements established by the agency and the university (i.e., number of clients, supervisory and training hours).

Requirements

• Education: In pursuit of a Bachelors, Masters, or Doctoral degree in a clinical discipline such as psychology, social work, counseling, or marriage and family therapy.

Experience

• Demonstrates desire to work with children, adolescents, families and adults with serious behavioral health issues.
• Demonstrates beginner to intermediate experience with Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook. Experience in, or the ability or willingness to learn how to use an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system which includes appointment scheduling, authorization tracking, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes and discharge summaries.

Competencies

• Effective interpersonal skills, ability to problem‑solve and use good judgment.
• Professionalism.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt creatively to stressful situations.
• Awareness and sensitivity to all types of issues related to diversity, including cultural, language, gender, sexual orientation, gender preference, physical handicap and spiritual diversity.
• Strong organizational abilities and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ensure the security and confidentiality of client information and records in a manner consistent with professional and agency codes of ethics.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• 403(b)-retirement savings plan with CMHA matching starting after 1 year of service.
• 11 observed holidays.
• 3 wellbeing days off on a Friday throughout the year to extend a long weekend.
• 2 CHMA/Personal days to use throughout the calendar year.
• Up to 24 days of PTO that increases with years of service.
• Paid agency closure between Christmas and New Year’s (except 24/7 programs) – must be approved annually.
• Company‑paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• A comprehensive employee assistance program (EAP) that offers counseling, coaching, and wellness resources for staff as well as members of their household.
• Higher education tuition discounts at participating schools through the Alliance’s academic partnerships.
• Free ongoing professional development opportunities and continuous access to continuing education units (CEUs), featuring comprehensive training in evidence‑based practices such as EMDR, DBT, and CBT.
• Employee discounts for shopping, the New Britain YMCA, travel, and entertainment.
• Free employee subscriptions to the Calm app.
• Annual company picnic.
• CMHA-sponsored loan reimbursement program and scholarship program.

Student Loan Wellness Programs

• Student loan consolidation and refinancing.
• Loan payoff projection dashboard.
• Coaching and support via chat, email, and phone.
• College cost calculator.College financial planning.
• 3 NHSC‑approved sites for federal student loan repayment.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Enhancement

• Automated PSLF form management for past and present employers.
• Automated reminders for annual PSLF recertifications to help you stay on track.
• Resources and ongoing communications that make PSLF understandable.
• The opportunity to receive the national average of $72,000.00 in forgiveness.

Community Mental Health Affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer except in the case of a bona fide occupation qualification or as otherwise permitted or required by law, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy), or related medical condition including, but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.