Professional Internship

School Social Work Practicum Placement (2026-2027 School Year Internship)Multiple Positions AvailableMental Health Professional Interns must be enrolled in programs affiliated with Washington University, UMSL, St. Louis University, or Lindenwood or Maryville Master's Level Counseling students.Required commitment of 3 school days per week for one full school year.$5,000 stipend for the school year pending board approval.August 2026 - June 2026 (Exact dates TBD).Will work with 13 social workers placed within the district.Student population of over 17,000 students.16 Elementary Schools4 Middle Schools4 High Schools2 Alternative Schools1 Early Childhood CenterMental Health Professional Intern responsibilities, with the help of their supervisor, may include:Individual and group counseling in depression, anxiety, divorce, social skills, substance abuse, behavior disorders, suicidal ideation, grief and loss, eating disorders, and more.Administering suicidal and homicidal assessmentsParticipating in the Special Education Process of developing goals and IEP team decision-making regarding social-emotional goals and treatment.Conduct needs assessments and connect to community resourcesCollaborate with administrators, teachers, school nurses, social workers, and other school personnel to provide a team approach for each student's needs.Providing crisis management services and participate in the district's crisis response teamAdvocating for students' and families' best interestsParticipating in-home visits for the purpose of gathering information on the student's background and for developing cooperative home-school relationshipsDeveloping and presenting staff in-service training programParticipate in PAS (long-term suspension) program for students providing education groups and counseling for students and their families.Identify and provide monthly support to Families in TransitionFort Zumwalt School District555 East Terra LaneO'fallon MO 63366