Employment Opportunities
Clinical Therapy Internship
Our clinical therapy internship provides practical, hands-on experience in the field of mental health and counseling. A clinical therapy internship offers valuable real-world experience and is a crucial step for those pursuing a career in mental health or counseling. It provides interns with a comprehensive understanding of clinical practice and prepares them for future roles in the field. Here’s a detailed description of what such an internship typically involves:
Key Responsibilities:
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Client Interaction:
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Average of 15 Clients assigned to a caseload
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Conduct intake interviews and gather client history.
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Observe and, under supervision, participate in client assessments and therapy sessions
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Assist in the development and implementation of treatment plans.
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Clinical Documentation:
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Learn to create and maintain detailed and confidential client records.
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Document session notes, treatment progress, and any significant changes in clients’ conditions.
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Supervision and Training:
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Receive regular supervision from licensed therapists
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Participate in training sessions, workshops, and seminars to enhance therapeutic skills and knowledge.
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Therapeutic Techniques:
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Gain experience in various therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), or psychodynamic therapy.
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Learn to apply evidence-based practices in real-world scenarios.
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Ethics and Confidentiality:
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Adhere to ethical guidelines and maintain client confidentiality.
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Understand and apply legal and professional standards in therapy practice.
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Team Collaboration:
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Work with a multidisciplinary team, including Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors, Licensed Clinical Social workers, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists.
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Attend monthly team meetings and contribute to case discussions and treatment planning.
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Skills Developed:
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Therapeutic Techniques: Hands-on experience with various therapeutic approaches and techniques.
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Assessment Skills: Ability to assess clients’ needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
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Communication: Enhanced verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients and colleagues.
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Professionalism: Understanding of professional boundaries, ethics, and confidentiality.
Duration and Structure:
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Typically lasts 3-6 months, depending on the program and academic requirements; based on the commitment of one semester at a time.
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May involve part-time or full-time commitment, with flexible hours based on the internship provider’s needs.
Requirements are:
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Intern must be currently enrolled in a Masters program in Clinical Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or related.
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Intern must have completed (or be enrolled to complete prior to start of internship) coursework in psychopathology and diagnosis, in addition to at least one or more counseling techniques courses.
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This internship is best suited for students who have already completed one internship.
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Availability to see clients in a combination of evening, weekend, and weekday hours, as well as availability to attend monthly Team meetings and regularly scheduled supervision meetings.
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Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to professional development.
Equity Intern Position
At Graceful Therapy, we're deeply committed to enhancing access to mental health care within Black/African Ancestry communities. Currently, only a small fraction of mental health professionals are from Black/African Ancestry communities, highlighting the critical necessity for a more inclusive approach. Recognizing the urgent need to diversify the mental health workforce, we're inspired to create more opportunities to bridge this gap. Therefore, we are offering a paid internship to one graduate student per year. This intern should be enrolled in a Master’s program in Clinical Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related fields. This position will last 3-6 Months, aligning with the school terms the student is enrolled in their Masters level practicum or internship course
Compensation:
This is a paid internship position, with a competitive hourly rate of $20 per client hour.
Interested candidates should send an email including your resume to Sarah Moten, Associate Clinical Director, at sarah@gracefultherapy.com with a description of experience and qualifications for the position.