About the role#
The Counseling Intern supports the Health and Wellness department by providing psychotherapy services. You will work under supervision to help individuals in the community lead healthier lives. This is a paid, full-time, on-site position based in Cleveland, Ohio.
What you'll do#
- Shadow and provide psychotherapy services, including mental health assessments and treatment planning.
- Manage a client caseload for psychotherapy sessions.
- Lead group psychotherapy or psychoeducational health and wellness sessions.
- Participate in regular supervision sessions to discuss client care.
- Attend multi-disciplinary team meetings when available.
- Document client interactions according to ODMH and best practice standards.
What you'll need#
- A bachelor degree in psychology, social work, sociology, art therapy, or a related field.
- Current enrollment in a master degree program for social work, counseling, art therapy, or marriage and family therapy.
- Completed coursework in diagnosis, theories, and group process.
- Ability to obtain and maintain CT or SWT status.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- A commitment to working cooperatively with team members.
Location & details#
- Location: Cleveland, Ohio.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
About The Centers
The Centers is a nonprofit health and human service agency based in Cleveland, Ohio. It formed through the merger of Circle Health Services and The Centers for Families and Children. The organization operates 11 locations and provides primary care, behavioral health, addiction services, and job training. It serves nearly 20,000 people annually.
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