About the role#
As a Substance Use Disorder Intern at Sagent Behavioral Health, you will gain hands-on experience in all 12 Core Functions of the field. This role involves working directly with patients struggling with addiction while receiving regular supervision and training. You will be part of a clinical team in Hutchinson, MN, working on-site to provide care and support.
What you'll do#
- Maintain a small caseload of individual clients.
- Co-facilitate SUD process groups and other group sessions.
- Create and present psycho-educational lectures.
- Conduct intakes and assessments to inform treatment plans.
- Write clinical progress notes and maintain records that meet 245G state standards.
- Collaborate with the treatment team to develop individualized care plans.
- Attend all clinical staff meetings, trainings, and weekly supervision sessions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an associate, bachelor, or master degree program in Alcohol and Drug counseling or a related field.
- Eligibility to pursue LADC, ADC-T, LPCC, LGSW, or LMFT licensure upon completion of the program.
- Participation in a formal practicum or internship through your academic program.
- Ability to demonstrate professionalism and integrity in a clinical setting.
- Previous work or volunteer experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: 114 Main Street N, Hutchinson, MN.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid position with a stipend of $4,478 for a 440-hour internship, with an additional $7,260 available for an extended 440-hour period.
- Benefits: Includes shadowing opportunities, free internal CEUs, and 401k eligibility.
About Sagent Behavioral Health
Sagent Behavioral Health operates a network of behavioral health clinics across the upper Midwest. Founded in 2017, the organization maintains 84 locations in five states including Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. It employs over 2,400 people and provides care through services like psychiatry, addiction treatment, and counseling. The company is based in New Brighton, Minnesota.
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