INTERNSHIP TYPE

Internship - Master's Level

HOURS/SCHEDULE

15-20 hours

PROGRAM/LOCATION

Adult Outpatient, Danielson, CT

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

ADULT

OUTPATIENT

The Adult Outpatient services provide psychiatric & substance abuse diagnostic evaluation and treatment. Services include assessment, consultation, individual, couples, group, family treatment and medication evaluation and monitoring

AGENCY OVERVIEW

Community Health Resources is the most comprehensive, non-profit behavioral healthcare provider in Connecticut, offering a wide range of personalized services for children, families and adults whose lives have been touched by mental illness, addiction or trauma.

MISSION:

Our mission is to help adults, children and families find real hope for the challenges of real life through an array of community based mental health, substance use, child welfare, supportive housing, foster care, prevention and wellness services, and integrated care. Our name embodies our commitment to community based care, instilling hope for a healthy, happy and productive future, and utilizing all available resources to achieve change. CHR is proud to provide services that achieve real quality with real results.

PROGRAM OUTLINE

By participating as a Master's Level Intern with CHR, you can expect to gain firsthand experience and training related to psychiatric & substance abuse diagnostic evaluation and treatment as well as other services, including assessment, consultation, individual, couples, group, family treatment and medication evaluation and monitoring.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Must be enrolled in a master's degree program in mental health field.

Experience:

Demonstrated experience in mental health treatment preferred but not required.

Licensure/Certification/Registration :

Valid driver's license

WHY INTERN AT CHR?

With over 80 programs statewide, CHR presents plenty of opportunity to establish and grow your career in behavioral health, pre and/or post-graduation! Work in collaboration with our experienced and dedicated staff Make a difference in our community Earn school credit Flexible hours And much more…! CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.