About the role#
This internship provides clinical training and supervision for graduate students pursuing a master's degree in social work or marriage and family therapy. You will work within an interdisciplinary team at Casa Counseling/Consejeria, a division of Casa de la Familia. The program focuses on evidence-based practices and provides the foundation for your future professional work in mental health. Interns participate in monthly in-house training sessions and presentations from community partners, including law enforcement and attorneys.
What you'll do#
- Provide individual, family, and group therapy.
- Conduct intake assessments and manage a caseload of 12 clients.
- Coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team.
- Assess clinical crises and apply risk management techniques.
- Perform case management and coordinate services with law enforcement.
- Develop community supports and provide psychoeducation.
- Participate in weekly individual and group supervision.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited professional graduate school.
- Status as an MFT trainee or MSW student intern.
- Ability to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
Location & details#
- Location: Santa Ana, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling admissions, 12-month duration.
- Status: Paid, part-time.
About CASA DE LA FAMILIA
Casa de la Familia is a non-profit organization based in Santa Ana, California. Founded in 1996, the organization provides mental health services to children, youth, and families. It focuses on individuals with a history of trauma, particularly in communities that lack access to traditional care. The team offers individual, family, and group counseling, along with crisis intervention and outreach across four Southern California counties.
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