Crisis Response Team Master's Level Clinical Internship

About the role#

The Denver Sheriff Department offers a Master's level clinical internship for the Fall 2026 term. This program provides direct, practical experience within a correctional facility, focusing on trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices. Interns work alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide services to individuals in the care and custody of the department.

What you'll do#

• Shadow experienced clinicians during initial clinical interviews and assessments to determine client functioning levels.
• Assist in the development and implementation of coordinated treatment plans for behavioral, medical, and psychological needs.
• Provide both individual and group intervention services.
• Participate in client staffing meetings to develop treatment recommendations and assist with reentry and transition planning.
• Learn to manage mental health alerts and support day-to-day operations in special management units.
• Engage in weekly individual supervision to review cases and clinical progress.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment in an accredited Master's degree program in Social Work, Psychology, or a closely related field.
• Completion of all prerequisite coursework required by your academic institution.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a clinical environment.
• Demonstrated interest in working within a corrections or jail-based facility.

Location & details#

• Location: Downtown Denver, Colorado.
• Term: Fall 2026.
• Modality: On-site.
• Compensation: This is an unpaid internship.
• Requirements: Applicants must have valid work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship.