Health and Wellness Intern

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Position Overview

The Health and Wellness Student Intern will gain supervised professional and clinical experience within a multidisciplinary counseling, physical, and behavioral health setting. This internship is designed for students enrolled in counseling, psychology, social work, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, or related behavioral health programs.

Depending on the intern's discipline, level of training, and scope of practice, responsibilities may include: participating in clinical services, assessments, treatment planning, documentation, psychoeducation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. All activities will be completed under appropriate supervision and in accordance with applicable laws, ethical standards, university requirements, and organizational policies.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may vary based on the intern's educational program and training level and may include:

• Participate in orientation, training, and supervision.
• Observe and assist with clinical services and assessments.
• Participate in intake, case conceptualization, and treatment planning, as appropriate.
• Provide approved clinical or behavioral health services under supervision, when permitted.
• Complete required documentation and maintain client confidentiality.
• Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration, psychoeducation, groups, or other approved activities.
• Follow all applicable organizational policies, ethical standards, and supervisory requirements.

Please Note: This is an unpaid educational training opportunity intended to support the intern's academic and professional development. Responsibilities will be determined based on the intern's discipline, training requirements, and scope of practice.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved counseling, psychology, social work, nursing/nurse practitioner, or related behavioral health program.
• In good academic standing and eligible to participate in an internship, practicum, or field placement.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and professional skills.
• Demonstrated interest in mental, physical, and behavioral health.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA, ethical standards, and organizational policies.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and populations.
• Receptive to feedback and committed to professional growth and learning.
• Ability to meet required internship hours and participate in required supervision and training.
• Passion for empowering clients and promoting health and wellness.