School Based Mental Health Therapist Intern

Mental Health Intern

Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV Application Guide and Frequently Asked Questions.

Under the general direction of the Director of Behavioral Health and reporting directly to the Clinical Supervisor, the Mental Health Intern works as part of the Wellness and Treatment Services treatment team to provide direct counseling and therapeutic support to students.

Salary: The internship will pay $29 per hour, pending availability of federal funding.

Assignment: Students in their generalist year will work 400 hours (12 hours per week over 2 days). Students in their advanced year will work 500 hours (16-18 hours per week over 3 days). Work days are flexible but will need to coincide with school hours. This internship placement is for Elementary, Middle School, and High School age students at Battle Ground and Evergreen School Districts.

Regular attendance required: This role relies on regular and reliable attendance to ensure consistency for our students and help support a positive, productive learning environment.

We are accepting applications from students enrolled at Portland State University and Pacific University. This is for the 2026-2027 school year.

A complete application will include:

• Work history going back 10 years (if applicable)
• At least three professional reference's contact information
• A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position
• A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application
• Evidence of a Master's degree or higher (unofficial transcripts or copy of diploma)

Essential Functions:

1. Provide assessments, individual and group behavioral health treatment services to students in identified buildings under the guidance of the Clinical Supervisor.
2. Work with students and their guardians in the development of an individual support plan which is strength based, measurable, and assists students in meeting their goals.
3. Provide individual, family and group counseling, provide care coordination services as indicated for students in accordance with the individual support plan and evaluation recommendations.
4. Actively participate as a member of multidisciplinary team including but not limited to guardians and other natural supports, IEP teams, school and district staff, community treatment team members, and other team members as indicated.
5. Assess for need and submit referrals as clinically indicated for students on caseload.
6. Support and implement ESD 112 agency policies and procedures.
7. Provide consultation regarding behavioral health and behavior for school staff and guardians as requested.
8. Work with Clinical Supervisor to maintain complete and timely documentation as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.
9. Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Other Functions:

1. Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for students.
2. Participate in staff and team meetings.
3. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master's degree candidate or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Psychology.
2. Completed all prerequisite coursework for placement as an intern through degree program.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience working in a school setting.
2. Experience providing mental health support or counseling to youth.

Working Conditions:

1. Travel throughout ESD 112 region.
2. May require late afternoon or early evening appointments for school events or to meet with guardians.

Employment Requirements:

1. Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the WA state patrol and FBI.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io
• Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io
• ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io

The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at View phone number on click.appcast.io.