Student Internship / Practicum Clinician

About the role#

Chestnut Health Systems offers a practicum and internship opportunity for master’s-level students to gain hands-on clinical experience in substance use and behavioral health treatment. This on-site placement involves working with adults in residential and intensive outpatient programs, with exposure to children, adolescents, and seniors. Students will engage in both direct clinical care and program-level work.

What you'll do#

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling under supervision.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate psychoeducational and skills-based groups.
• Complete assessments, including biopsychosocial evaluations, and assist with treatment planning.
• Document services in a timely and professional manner using electronic systems.
• Participate in client intake, case management, discharge planning, and referral services.
• Support crisis intervention and provide linkage to community resources.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and participate in team meetings.
• Engage in regular supervision and incorporate feedback into clinical practice.
• Participate in program development, evaluation, and training opportunities.

What you'll need#

• Must be a second-year master’s student in a Clinical-Counseling or related program, such as Psychology, Public Health, or Nursing.
• Basic computer skills.
• Professionalism, responsibility, and a willingness to learn.
• Willingness to participate in direct care activities after completing required trainings.
• Ability to engage in supervision and incorporate feedback into practice.
• Some evening availability may be required.

Location & details#

• Locations: Madison and St. Clair Counties, Illinois.
• Work Modality: On-site.
• Term: Rolling.
• This is an unpaid, full-time internship.