About the role#
NAFI CT Inc. offers graduate-level clinical internships for students pursuing careers in mental health. You will work alongside experienced clinicians and multidisciplinary teams to support individuals facing behavioral health, social-emotional, and systemic challenges. This is an unpaid, part-time position.
What you'll do#
- Conduct clinical intakes, assessments, and documentation under supervision.
- Co-facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions.
- Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and treatment planning.
- Engage with community providers and collateral contacts.
- Maintain professional and ethical standards consistent with agency policies.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Master’s program in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
- Completion of relevant coursework in clinical practice and ethics.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to working with diverse populations.
- Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to assigned internship sites.
Location & details#
- Locations: Hartford, CT; Warwick, RI; Tarrytown, NY.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: Unpaid.
About NAFI CT Inc.
NAFI CT Inc. is a nonprofit agency based in Hartford, Connecticut. Founded in 1974, the organization supports youth, families, and adults through various programs. It specializes in foster care, developmental services, and residential treatment. The agency employs between 201 and 500 people.
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