About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in mental health services through the MYPAC program. Interns work directly with families to support clinical interventions and gain exposure to the daily operations of a behavioral health provider. This is an unpaid position intended for academic credit.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the delivery of mental health services, including individual, family, and group therapy, as well as substance abuse treatment.
- Gain experience with clinical interventions, assessments, treatment plans, and case documentation.
- Complete a 40-hour orientation and training session at the start of the program.
- Adhere to professional standards, including maintaining a business professional or clinical dress code.
- Meet goals as outlined by your university and assigned site supervisor.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a master's degree program for Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, Marriage and Family Counseling, or a related field.
- Good academic standing at an accredited institution.
- Minimum age of 18 with a valid driver's license.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- High level of maturity and self-motivation.
- Ability to work effectively with families from diverse backgrounds.
Location & details#
- Location: Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Commitment: Minimum 100 hours, unless otherwise specified by your academic contract.
About Canopy Children's Solutions
Canopy Children's Solutions provides behavioral health, educational, and family support services. Founded in 1912, the organization operates across all 82 counties in Mississippi. It serves children and families through programs including therapeutic foster care, outpatient therapy, and psychiatric residential treatment. The nonprofit is based in Jackson and employs over 300 staff members.
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