Intern

Mental Health Systems; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Mental Health Systems is hiring for a supervised role that involves providing psychotherapeutic interventions and rehabilitative services. Responsibilities include case management, documentation, and field-based services, emphasizing client-centered care.

The ideal candidate should be currently enrolled in a relevant degree program and possess a valid CA driver’s license. Bilingual candidates preferred, with experience in mental health or substance use disorder services being a plus.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a master's degree program or registered as an AMFT, ASW.
• Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance required.
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management with crisis intervention and counseling.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality of client’s care.

Skills

Mental health counseling

Crisis intervention

Documenting care

Cultural competency

Bilingual

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field

Bachelor's degree in behavioral health field

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR software

Job description

At TURN, our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces client‑centered care, and our core values Integrity, Diversity, Mentorship, and Inclusion are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose‑driven environment.

Job Summary

Performs psychotherapeutic and rehabilitative interventions, including psychosocial assessment, individual and group counseling, and limited case management duties for clients under supervision.

Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Provide case management with crisis intervention, discharge plan, group & individual work, mental health/substance use disorder counseling, screening, and assist clients in meeting basic needs and symptom management under supervision.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation.
• Facilitate placement including pre‑placement visits, and transportation as needed.
• Provide field‑based services under supervision.
• Maintain confidentiality of client’s care.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a master’s degree program in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field or is currently registered as an AMFT, ASW, or is looking to register for post‑doctoral hours. Or must be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in behavioral health field with approved learning agreement. Or for SUD must be registered.
• Must have the written agreement between the school and agency with specific timelines which will act to demonstrate the official intern status of the student which determines scope of practice.
• Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services preferred.
• Cultural competency understanding required.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Seeing, Hearing, Speaking
• Stooping/Bending, Working in cramped spaces, Moving around facility
• Moving between offices/clients, Driving, Climbing
• Lifting/carrying heavy items, Pushing/pulling/dragging items, Standing for long periods
• Working outside/underground, Using hands/fingers, Sitting for long periods

I Can Perform The Above Functions

Without accommodation / With accommodation. If so, please specify:

Other Duties

This job description isn’t a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.