Clinical Intern
Justice Resource Institute
Location
Middleborough, Massachusetts
Quick overview
Interns will manage a caseload of 3-4 students, providing individual counseling using the ARC model and a trauma-informed perspective while working towards their individualized IEP/treatment goals. Responsibilities also include co-leading clinical groups, collaborating with various stakeholders, managing in-the-moment crises, and completing all necessary documentation.
Requirements summary
Applicants must be working towards a Master’s degree in social work or psychology (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT) and be in their first or second year of study, with availability for the full academic year. A clinical interest in working with children/adolescents is required, familiarity with trauma-informed treatment models is preferred, and good communication skills are necessary.
Job description
Anchor Academy is a therapeutic day school that specializes in trauma-informed services for students ages 10-22 with complex trauma histories, mental health issues, educational challenges, and/or behavioral difficulties. We use the evidenced based treatment model - ARC to help students build positive relationships, learn self-regulation skills, and transform their individual interests into sources of strength, resiliency and success.
During Your Internship You Will
- Carry a caseload of 3-4 students and provide individual counseling through the ARC model and trauma-informed lens
- Work with students toward their individualized IEP/treatment goals and track progress
- Co-lead psychoeducational clinical groups
- Collaborate with students, school districts, caregivers and community providers
- Provide in-the-moment crisis management when needed
- Complete all documentation related to case management, IEP development and data tracking
- Why JRI?
- Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact.
- You will positively make a difference in the lives of children and families.
- You will have access to career opportunities post internship within a large non-profit organization that provides opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- You will have access to opportunities for ongoing training, professional development and opportunities for CEUs.
- Supervision from licensed and experienced staff to provide necessary hours and clinical growth towards degree completion.
Requirements
- Minimum working towards a Master’s degree in the social work or psychology field (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC or LMFT). We will accept 1st or 2nd year students.
- Both LICSW and LMHC supervision available/supervision by an LICSW/LMHC.
- Our program has availability for the full academic school year of August/September through May.
- Clinical interest in working with children/adolescents is required and familiarity with trauma informed models of treatment preferred.
- Good written and oral communication skills are necessary.
- Background and driving record checks will be performed.
At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits
- Professional development
- Ongoing training
- Career opportunities post internship
- Professional growth and advancement
- Supervision from licensed and experienced staff
- CEUs opportunities