MFT/MSW Intern

Job Description

Job Description

Advent is a faith-based menta health training program that provides specialized clinical training and professional development opportunities for Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) Trainees, Associate MFTs, Master of Social Work (MSW) Interns. The program is designed to prepare emerging behavioral health professionals to serve diverse and underserved populations across the lifespan within a faith-based community mental health setting.

Through supervised clinical experience, trainees develop the knowledge, skills, and professional competencies necessary to provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and client-centered care to individuals, families, children, adolescents, adults, and older adults experiencing mental health, behavioral health, social, and environmental challenges.

·         Conduct comprehensive assessments for individuals and families.

·         Develop and implement evidence-based, trauma-informed treatment interventions.

·         Provide individual, family, group, and community-based behavioral health services.

·         Demonstrate cultural humility and responsiveness when working with diverse populations.  Address social determinants of health that impact client well-being.

·         Effectively collaborate with schools, healthcare providers, community organizations, faith communities, and social service agencies.

·         Apply ethical and legal standards in professional practice.

·         Demonstrate competency in clinical documentation, treatment planning, and case management.

·         Utilize strengths-based approaches that foster resilience and recovery.

·         Integrate faith-sensitive and spiritually informed practices when clinically appropriate and client-drive

Community Served:

·         Children and adolescents

·         Adults and older adults

·         Individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and other mental health concerns

·         Families experiencing relational challenges

·         Individuals impacted by poverty, housing instability, and other social determinants of health

·         At-risk and underserved community members

·         School-aged youth and families

·         Diverse cultural, racial, ethnic, and faith communities

  Minimum Qualifications

·         Completion of, or active enrollment in, a graduate program in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a closely related behavioral health field from an accredited institution.

·         Completion of a graduate degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field for associate-level positions.

·         Prior counseling, case management, behavioral health, social services, or related human services experience preferred.

·         Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse and underserved populations.

·         Commitment to providing culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and client-centered care.

·         Ability to work within the mission, values, and culture of a faith-based organization.

·         Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

·         Eligibility to participate in clinical supervision and training activities consistent with California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) requirements.

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Preferred Candidate Characteristics

·         Passion for serving underserved and underrepresented communities.

·         Understanding community mental health and social determinants of health.

·         Experience working with children, adults, families, and community-based populations.

·         Willingness to integrate faith-sensitive practices in an ethical and client-centered manner when appropriate.

·         Commitment to professional growth, clinical excellence, and lifelong.

Requirements for programs:

·         Weekly two-hour group supervision facilitated by a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or other qualified licensed mental health professionals in accordance with applicable Board requirements.

·         Individual supervision and consultation as needed to support clinical development, case review, and professional growth.

·         Professional counseling facilities that provide a safe, confidential, and supportive environment for client services.

·         Appropriate client caseloads that offer training opportunities with diverse populations and present concerns consistent with the trainee's level of experience and competency.

·         Access to a professional electronic health record (EHR) and case management system for documentation, treatment planning, scheduling, and client care coordination.

·         Ongoing in-service training and professional development opportunities focused on clinical practice, ethics, documentation, cultural responsiveness, trauma-informed care, and other relevant behavioral health topics.

·         Administrative and clerical support services , when reasonably available, to assist with scheduling, client communication, and other operational needs.