Community-Based Behavioral Health Internship: Tallmadge, OH

National Youth Advocate Program; Tallmadge (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused behavioral health organization in Tallmadge, OH, is offering an internship for Master’s students in Social Work or Clinical Counseling. Interns will gain hands-on experience working directly with youth and families, providing essential mental health services, and completing documentation for case management. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree and be enrolled in a Master's program. Applicants should exhibit professionalism and competence in technology use, with a valid driver's license required for transportation.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• 21 years or older on the first day of internship.
• Objectivity and professionalism in job functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health services for youth and families.
• Travel for community-based services as required.
• Complete necessary documentation and training.
• Coordinate and monitor various services for clients.

Skills

Individual and group counseling

Case management

Community engagement

Documentation skills

Proficient use of technology

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or comparable field

Enrolled in Master's Program in Social Work or Clinical Counseling

Job description

Tallmadge, OH 44278 Overview

Position Type: Internship

Master’s of Social Work or Master’s of Clinical Counseling Internship

National Youth Advocate Program is accepting internship applications for our Behavioral Health team for the Summer, 2026 and Fall, 2026 in our Tallmadge, OH region. Working with the community-based team, you will get hands on experience interacting with youth and families both in the community and in the office. You will also have the opportunity to observe other therapeutic areas throughout the agency to gain insight to the communities and clients we serve. This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners.

Enrollment in a Master level Social Work or Master’s level Clinical Counseling program required.

Your Internship Experience may include:

• Providing appropriate individual, group, and family mental health services, case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served.
• Traveling as needed, to provide community-based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
• Completing all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Completing all required training in a timely manner.
• Coordinating and monitoring services for the youth and family in the community, for mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational, and social services.
• Regularly reviews and modifies youth-based plans to assure consistent progress and success on written plan goals.
• Assisting in family reunification and/or stabilization efforts with the youth’s primary family or other permanent living arrangements consistent with the youth’s case plan.
• Actively participates in the weekly supervision process.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
• Enrolled in an accredited institution for a Master’s Degree in Social Work or Master’s in Clinical Counseling
  • An internship or field placement is a requirement by the institution.
  • Upon the completion of the internship, the individual would receive credit toward their pursued degree.
• LSW, SWT or CT licensure required
• You must be 21 years of age on the first day of your internship
• Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

Driving and Vehicle Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability

Apply today!

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Qualifications

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.