About the role#
The Child and Adolescent Group Services (CAGS) Intern provides clinical care, safety, and training to clients within a community-based partial hospitalization setting. Working with a multi-disciplinary team, you will help develop and manage specialized treatment plans for children and adolescents year-round.
What you'll do#
- Provide direct care and facilitate therapeutic behavioral services for groups of clients.
- Lead and co-plan therapeutic groups while following established curricula.
- Document therapeutic service hours through daily progress notes and contribute to clinical records.
- Collaborate with licensed staff to develop and update treatment plans and complete discharge or transfer summaries.
- Perform psychiatric diagnostic evaluations and mental status exams as needed.
- Ensure client outcome tools and screeners are completed on schedule.
- Monitor client activities and maintain safety using the Therapeutic Crisis Model of Intervention.
- Assist with crisis intervention, problem resolution, and process discussions.
- Participate in client transportation and attend staffing meetings for youth and families.
- Report all incidents to the CAGS Clinical Supervisor immediately.
What you'll need#
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree.
- Current enrollment in a Master’s program for Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage & Family Therapy (first or second year).
- Valid SWT, CT, or LSW licensure.
- Previous experience working with children, adolescents, and their families.
- Strong clinical skills in therapy, crisis intervention, behavioral interventions, and substance abuse treatment.
- Ability to work with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
- Sensitivity to working with diverse individuals and communities.
- Proficiency with agency computer systems and software.
- Reliable transportation and availability for a flexible schedule.
Location & details#
- Location: Shaker Heights, Ohio.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship with rolling start dates.
About Bellefaire JCB
Bellefaire JCB is a nonprofit organization based in Shaker Heights, Ohio. Founded in 1868, it provides behavioral health, education, and prevention services to children and families. The agency operates more than 25 programs including foster care, residential treatment, and autism services. It serves over 43,000 youth annually.
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