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Fred Finch Youth Center
Graduate Student Clinical Intern
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What they do
A Residential Assistant or Advisor works in a residential mental health, long-term care, or substance abuse treatment facility and provides support for patients, including resolving conflicts, helping them adjust to their environment, and alleviating concerns. Performs inspections and assists with move-ins and facility programming.
$49,437 / year median in California
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Fred Finch Youth & Family Services is a great place to work. Year after year, our employees make the difference in helping those with mental health issues. Our team is currently looking for a Graduate Student Clinical Intern, whether you are just starting your career or a seasoned professional, you'll be able to find the right position to help others.
Demonstrated cultural responsiveness in working with diverse families and communities.
Clean driving record: current CA Driver's License or ability to obtain within 10 days after hired.
Basic computer and keyboarding competence with the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and/or competency with electronic clinical documentation systems.
Schedule:
Part-Time (typically 16-24 hours/week for at least 4 months)Our Culture and Mission:
We envision Fred Finch as a healing-centered organization where our diverse staff at all levels feels at home. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive, grow, and explore opportunities. Together, we actively work on diversity within our organization and the communities we serve. Fred Finch Youth & Family Services partners with individuals and communities to provide culturally responsive services that cultivate mental and physical resilience and wellness.What You Will Do:
Under the supervision of a supervisor with two (2) or more years' clinical experience, the Graduate Student Clinical Intern is responsible for learning to provide high quality, trauma-informed therapeutic services and/or care coordination to a diverse population of at-risk youth or young adults experiencing mental health symptoms, and their families. These developmentally appropriate, individualized services occur in residential and community locations including homes, schools, program offices, psychiatric emergency settings, clinics, crisis residential programs, and/or shelters. Interns typically provide weekly individual therapy and case management to a minimum of two (2) participants (clients) and depending on the program may co-facilitate group or family therapy. Interns are expected to actively participate in individual and group supervision.Qualifications:
Must be enrolled in an accredited master's program in counseling psychology, clinical psychology, social welfare, social work or equivalent.Demonstrated cultural responsiveness in working with diverse families and communities.
Clean driving record: current CA Driver's License or ability to obtain within 10 days after hired.
Basic computer and keyboarding competence with the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and/or competency with electronic clinical documentation systems.