Art Therapist Intern

About the role#

Trilogy is seeking an Art Therapist Intern to provide individual, family, and group therapy, as well as case management, to clients aged 6 and older. This role involves delivering person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed care to individuals diagnosed with mental health and substance use disorders. The intern will work across outpatient clinics in Chicago and receive weekly supervision from an ATR-BC licensed clinician.

What you'll do#

• Provide comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment services to youth, young adults, adults, and their families.
• Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients, their providers, and natural supports.
• Deliver clinical services using a strengths-based, client-centered, and trauma-informed approach.
• Co-facilitate group therapy sessions alongside the program Art Therapist.
• Advocate for clients by assessing their personal, medical, social, emotional, and environmental situations to link them with necessary community services.
• Maintain documentation and clinical charts in compliance with Medicaid, CARF, and agency standards.
• Participate in regular individual supervision and group consultations.

What you'll need#

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling.
• Current enrollment in a Master’s level Art Therapy program.
• Previous experience working with youth, young adults, adults, and families.
• Availability to work evenings and attend weekly meetings on Monday and Tuesday mornings.
• Ability to pass the IM+CANS exam within one month of the start date.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish are preferred but not required.

Location & details#

• Location: Chicago, Illinois.
• Term: Summer 2026 (August 2026 through May 2027).
• Modality: On-site.
• Compensation: This is a paid internship.