About the role#
Youth Villages offers a paid internship program for undergraduate students interested in mental and behavioral health. This role provides hands-on experience through community-based programs. We coordinate with your academic institution to align the internship with your practicum needs and course credit requirements.
What you'll do#
- Shadow specialists and counselors during community-based sessions.
- Observe program representatives as they participate in community meetings.
- Join pre-admission and admission sessions.
- Research and share community resources with the team.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation within our electronic medical record system.
- Attend weekly individual, team, and clinical consultation meetings to support professional development.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline, such as psychology, criminal justice, or sociology.
- You have reached at least your junior year of undergraduate study.
- You hold a current, valid driver's license.
- You have access to a personal automobile for work purposes.
- You can provide proof of auto insurance.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling basis for the Spring 2027 semester.
- Schedule: Non-traditional and flexible, based on the availability of the youth and families served.
About Youth Villages
Youth Villages is a nonprofit organization founded in 1986. It provides mental and behavioral health services to children, families, and young adults. The organization operates from its headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee. With a staff between 1,001 and 5,000 employees, it focuses on areas including foster care, adoption, and crisis counseling.
How to get in at Youth Villages
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