About the role#
Wayside Youth & Family Support Network offers clinical internship opportunities for graduate students in the Metro West Community Services program. This role provides experience in community-based interventions, including intensive care coordination, mobile crisis intervention, and in-home therapy. Interns work with families and individuals facing serious emotional disturbances using strength-based models of care.
What you'll do#
- Perform intakes and assessments for new clients.
- Develop and maintain treatment plans and individual care plans.
- Provide follow-up care and ongoing treatment.
- Coordinate care by connecting families with external services and resources.
- Collaborate with various systems and providers to support client needs.
- Conduct home visits and meet with families in community settings.
- Attend weekly staff meetings and intern seminars.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a second or final year Master level student in Psychology or a related field.
- Availability for at least 20 hours per week, including two evenings.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfort working in diverse settings such as offices, homes, and the community.
- A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle for travel.
- A background in health and human services is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Framingham, Massachusetts.
- Terms: Fall 2027 and Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Wayside Youth & Family Support Network
Wayside Youth and Family Support Network is a nonprofit human services agency based in Framingham, Massachusetts. Founded in 1977, the organization provides counseling, residential treatment, and outreach services to children and families. It operates throughout Central, Eastern, and Northeastern Massachusetts. The agency employs approximately 430 people.
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