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Access: Supports for Living Inc. is in the business of doing good. We have a mission: To help people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible. Here, you’ll be a valued part of an innovative team that touches the lives of more than 10,000 people each year across the Hudson Valley in programs supporting people to pursue the life they imagine. At Access, we believe in work with a purpose.
To learn more about Access and our services visit accesssupports.org.
We work with a variety of individuals from all walks of life who are experiencing life stressors or mental illness. In addition, we work with a diverse population, including children in which we practice in a family therapy model. Individuals interning within this clinic setting will have exposure to many individuals with varying levels of needs. This clinical internship position will offer students the opportunity to take their education even further with direct individual support through therapy, assessments, and treatment planning.
This position requires that applicants be enrolled in a degree program that will grant them credit hours for their internship. Applicants must also be second year master’s level students studying Social Work or Mental Health Counseling.
To be considered for an internship placement with Access, please submit a cover letter with your application that includes the school you are attending, your degree program, details on your internship requirements, and the Access program(s) of interest to you.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:
- Facilitate/assist in completing Intial Assessments and corresponding assessements/screening tools, (PHQ-9, GAD 7, NIDA Quick Screen, Social Determinant of Health, Vocational/Educational Screenings, CSSR-S, Stanely Brown Safety Plan etc.).
- Facilitate/assist in counseling groups and individual counseling sessions.
- Responsible for caseload appropriate for the student’s experience level and education level.
- Responsible for all required documentation associated with caseload (i.e., monthly summary notes, individual session notes, Individual Recovery Plans with program participants, required assessments, etc.).
- Participate in treatment planning, as well as transferring and closing client files.
- Assessing for referral needs and assisting with facilitating referral process.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT:
- Opportunity to participate in clinical modalities, such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relapse Prevention, Crisis Intervention, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
- Opportunity to participate in/conduct individual and group therapy sessions.
- Gain experience in managing Behavioral Health documentation.
- Additional assignments may be determined at a future date.
QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:
- Previous experience in a clinical setting is preferred.
- Strong organization skills with accurate attention to detail.
- Sufficient skills to communicate effectively with both clients and staff.
- Non-judgmental and empathic support.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Second year Master’s level Social Work or Mental Health Counseling student.
- Previous Behavioral Health or clinical experience is preferred.
ALL POSITIONS ARE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND, FINGERPRINTING AND MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT CHECK.
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