Unpaid Internship/Practicum Laredo - Prevention & Counseling

AAMA Laredo

Laredo (TX)

On-site

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A community health organization in Houston is seeking an Unpaid Volunteer for Prevention and Counseling services. The role involves assisting clients, preparing materials for Group Therapy, and adhering to ethical and professional standards. Candidates must show attention to detail and effective communication skills, and will need to complete a background check. This position is full-time and offers valuable experience in counseling services.

Qualifications

Strong attention to detail, with a focus on quality and accuracy.
Effective communication skills and a positive, cooperative attitude.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Assist with clients and prepare materials for Group Therapy.
Interact with clients and be a positive example.
Check-in and check-out at the front desk.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Time Management

Social Perceptiveness

Active Listening

Education

Graduate or Undergraduate in counseling services

Tools

Basic computer functions

Job description

Unpaid Volunteer – Prevention and Counseling

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This job is also posted in The Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans.

Job Details

Job ID: 4943019

Application Deadline: Apr 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jan 15, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

OBJECTIVE A Volunteer’s responsibilities include completing tasks assigned to them in support of AAMA Prevention and Counseling’s high standards and values. In addition to assigned tasks, the volunteer is expected to demonstrate professionalism, arrive on time, and follow instructions. Some of a volunteer’s duties might involve assisting with clients, preparing materials, assisting with record‑keeping, helping with cleaning up after clients, and working jointly with trained personnel. When volunteers are on duty, their dress should conform to the Prevention and Counseling Center’s dress code.

IMPORTANT GUIDELINES All volunteers will be required to complete a Background Check and Drug Test, as well as required training. Volunteers will be required to check‑in and check‑out at the front desk of the Prevention and Counseling Center. This record allows AAMA to know who is in the building, as well as track hours. Volunteers are required to wear name badges provided by the counseling center as a security measure. Volunteers are required to learn counseling center procedures and follow them.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Problem‑solving.
In preparation for Group Therapy, organize and distribute necessary materials.
Interact with clients.
Be a positive example.
Communication, coordination, collaboration, and cooperation.
A good volunteer is consistent, dependable, interested in making a difference, respectful and appreciative of all personnel and clients, and faithful to commitments.

PROFESSIONALISM

To be punctual and be available during assigned hours.
To comply with AAMA policies, standards, rules, regulations, and procedures.
To take precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
To participate responsibly in the counseling center's improvement initiatives.
To demonstrate timeliness and attendance for assigned responsibilities.
To work collaboratively with other personnel and clients.
To provide and accept evaluative feedback professionally.
Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about personnel and clients.

PREFERRED TECHNICAL SKILLS