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.
