CLINICAL INTERN

Clinical Intern Opportunity

Join a team of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage is seeking Clinical Interns enrolled in Master of Social Work (MSW), Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or related graduate counseling programs at our Arkansas juvenile treatment facilities.

At Rite of Passage, we are committed to helping youth build brighter futures through structure, accountability, education, and individualized treatment. Our Arkansas programs serve court-involved youth in the custody of the Arkansas Division of Youth Services (DYS). We provide a structured, therapeutic environment focused on personal growth, emotional development, behavioral change, and successful rehabilitation.

We are seeking motivated graduate students who want to gain practical clinical experience while working alongside experienced professionals in a multidisciplinary treatment setting. This internship offers an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world clinical practice while developing the skills needed for a career in social work, counseling, and behavioral health.

As a Clinical Intern, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work with a small caseload of youth under appropriate clinical supervision.
• Participate in therapeutic groups and assist with group facilitation and skill-building activities.
• Assist with developing, reviewing, and updating individualized treatment plans.
• Attend multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and collaborate with clinical, educational, medical, and residential staff.
• Assist with clinical documentation, progress notes, treatment reviews, and monitoring progress toward treatment goals.
• Gain experience supporting youth with trauma histories, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioral challenges, substance use concerns, and other mental health needs.
• Develop professional skills in therapeutic communication, ethical practice, case conceptualization, and trauma-informed care.

To be considered, you should:

• Be currently enrolled in a Master of Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or related graduate program.
• Be seeking a clinical internship or practicum placement that aligns with your university's requirements.
• Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, compassion, and a willingness to learn.
• Be comfortable working with court-involved youth in a structured juvenile justice treatment environment.
• Meet applicable facility, background screening, and university placement requirements.

Schedule: Flexible weekday scheduling, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Specific hours will be coordinated based on university requirements, site needs, and clinical supervision availability.

Internship Placement: Arkansas Juvenile Assessment and Treatment Center (AJATC) located in Alexander, AR.

Make a Difference While Building Your Future! This is an opportunity to gain meaningful clinical experience, strengthen your professional identity, and contribute to the treatment and rehabilitation of youth who need guidance, support, and opportunities for change. If you are passionate about helping young people develop healthier coping skills, improve decision-making, and work toward a more successful future, we encourage you to explore an internship with Rite of Passage.

After more than 40 years of improving the lives of youth, Rite of Passage continues to seek passionate individuals who believe in the power of growth, accountability, and second chances.

Apply today and take the next step in your clinical career!