Intern Masters Clinical

Jimmy Jazz; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Fernbrook Family Center offers Masters-level internship opportunities in the mental health field. Interns work under a qualified supervisor, providing psychotherapy and completing assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes for clients across ages and settings.

Interns collaborate with Fernbrook staff, participate in required trainings, and align activities with program learning objectives while maintaining agency policies and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a master's degree program related to Social Work, Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychotherapy and/or skills services to children, adults, and families.

Skills

Ethical decision making

Ask for support

Time management

Written & verbal communication

Team collaboration

Direction seeking

Willingness to learn

Computer literacy

Commitment to mission

Education

Masters student in Social Work / Psychology / Clinical Psychology

Job description

• Location 421 E Hickory Street,Suite 401 & 402,Mankato, MN, 56001,United States
• Base Pay $11.41 - $11.41 / Hour

Description

Job Summary

Fernbrook Family Center provides internships for Masters level students from the fields of Social Work, Psychology, Clinical Psychology, etc. Masters level student intern work done under the direct supervision of a qualified site supervisor from Fernbrook. All services provided by the Intern will be reviewed by the supervisor including written work (i.e. assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes) and interactions with clients. The student intern will engage in a variety of clinical and non-clinical activities related to their specific discipline and consistent with their individual learning requirements from their program.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Masters Level Interns are not responsible for the supervision of other employees. They are expected to coordinate services with other Fernbrook employees who share caseloads.

Reasonable Accommodations

Fernbrook values an inclusive and accommodating work environment. Fernbrook also values employees with lived experience that matches the populations we serve. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide psychotherapy and/or skills services to children, adults, and families
• Conduct diagnostic assessments to determine eligibility for services
• Complete all documentation according to content and quality standards
• Collaborate and consult with internal and external [JM1] providers
• Actively seek out supervisory consultation and direction as needed
• Complete mandatory trainings for skill maintenance or enhancement
• Regularly attend and engage in a way that meets your needs in staff meetings and group supervision.
• Communicate and reflect Fernbrook Family Center’s mission internally and externally
• Comply with agency policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ethical decision making skills
• Ask for support as needed
• Ability to independently manage schedule and task deadlines.
• Ability to communicate with internal and external staff via written and verbal methods
• Ability to work in a variety of settings and environments independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to seek and apply direction and feedback
• Willingness to learn and expand clinical knowledge
• Proficient in usage of computer and basic software programs or willingness to learn
• Commitment to the core values and mission of Fernbrook

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods sitting, listening, and observing or working on a computer.
• Physical health and stamina to work on a consistent basis with children and adults who have varying needs.
• Occasional situations may occur where staff need to be able to lift up to 15 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• Expected hours of work are flexible and generally occur between 7:00am – 7:00pm.
• Expected to travel to and from a client’s home, community settings, Fernbrook offices, and other locations.
• The number of hours will be dependent on internship requirements
• Interns are able to work up to 40 hours per week. Hours over 40 will need to be preapproved for overtime by supervisor.

Education and Experience

• Applicants must be enrolled in a master's degree program related to Social Work, Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and other pertinent related fields
• Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, valid automobile insurance, and acceptable driving record
• Must pass criminal background check based on agency and Department of Human Services requirements

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience working with children, adults, and families.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identification, disability, pregnancy, age, military status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Other Duties

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. At the request or discretion of the agency or the employee, these duties, responsibilities and activities may change, with notice as allowable depending on the request.