Psychology Intern - Caro Center

Accepting applications for the Fall 2025 & winter 2026 semesters! The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, see the MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan. Location: Caro Center, 2000 Chambers Rd, Caro, MI 48723 Must be willing to intern 10‑20 hours a week Intern Summary The psychology intern will provide professional psychological services for patients with serious mental illness admitted to the Caro Psychiatric Hospital. The psychology intern will work closely with members of the interdisciplinary treatment teams providing assessment/diagnostic information, assisting in treatment planning and program development, and delivery of therapeutic services including individual and group therapy. Responsibilities Planning and conducting treatment groups for patients as part of the Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) program and other group therapy as indicated by patient needs. Conducting individual therapy as indicated by patient need. Developing Behavior Treatment Plans based on patient need and training staff in the implementation of the interventions as indicated. Documenting progress on the various treatment modalities as indicated by departmental guidelines and/or hospital policy. Completing documentation for each group and individual therapy session and weekly/monthly progress notes. At the time of internship, must be currently enrolled pursuing your master's degree or higher in one of the below areas of study: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field; and enrolled in a psychology master’s degree program. OR master’s degree in psychology with Temporary Limited License Psychologist credential. Preferred Skills / Qualifications Must be actively enrolled in a college and university. Must have achieved at least a bachelor's degree and meet the qualifications of the learning institution, and preferentially, are enrolled in a Master's program. The academic major must be consistent with the area of which the student is seeking an internship (Psychology). Must provide a copy of respective academic institution’s Internship Agreement outlining internship objectives and academic instructor’s name and telephone learning institution, and preferentially, are enrolled in a graduate program. Must have satisfactory criminal history and protective services background check. Must possess a valid & unrestricted driver’s license. For questions regarding this internship, please contact Samantha Ruhl at View email address on click.appcast.io. MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Michigan