Internship · Minneapolis, United States
Washburn Center's Master’s level Interns gain professional development and a solid foundation of clinical knowledge as they build careers in mental health therapy. Our unique program offers collaborative and direct field placements to graduate students exploring careers in children’s community mental health. Use your internship to actively improve the lives of MN kids Regardless of where Interns are placed, each student will get first-hand experience working with children accessing mental health services, and will support families alongside both peers and independently licensed Therapists and Case Managers. Our field placements offer hands-on training in individual, family and/or group therapy, as well as case management, and Interns will focus in on center-based, home-based or school-based therapy. While most placements stem out of Washburn Center’s Minneapolis office, majority of interns will spend much of their time in the community. Gain knowledge you'll use for the rest of your career In addition to case consultations and in-service workshops, learning opportunities for master’s level internships include: diagnostic assessments, case management, development of treatment plans, progress notes and discharge summaries. Internships are typically a nine month experience from Aug/Sept to May.
Pathways Fellowship for BIPOC Interns: Washburn Center for Children’s Pathways Fellowship aims to support people of color pursuing a career in the mental health field by reducing social, economic and racial barriers. Pathways builds upon Washburn Center’s clinical internship program and its long-time commitment to training professionals in children’s mental health. This fellowship supports the pathway to independent licensure for interns pursuing their Masters degree in Social Work, Professional Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy and Psychology. Fellows receive: • mentoring with an experienced clinician of color • a cohort experience to build comradery and support with other Pathways Fellows (twice monthly, 90 minute meetings) • a fellowship grant in the amount of $7500 to assist with expenses while pursuing graduate education or licensure BIPOC Interns who are hired as interns for the 2024/2025 co-hort can apply for a Pathways Fellowship during the Pathways Interview Process in Summer 2024.
COVID Vaccine Policy As part of Washburn Center for Children’s COVID-19 Preparedness Plan and to comply with federal, state, and local government regulations, Washburn requires COVID-19 vaccinations, including boosters, for:
Exemptions for medical or religious reasons may be requested. Exemptions will be considered for medical reasons and due to religious beliefs. Please notify the HR team if you would like to request an exemption
The Brief In-Home Stabilization Program provides intensive in-home therapy , skills building and parent support designed to increase stability and help at-risk children with severe emotional and behavioral difficulties avoid hospitalization or out-of-home placement. This is an in-home brief solution focused therapy program where interns will learn about assessment, brief therapy and referral resources. As an Master's Level Intern, your learning opportunities and responsibilities include:
Clinical Treatment - The Intern will educate, support, and empower families to self-advocate and navigate various systems with more confidence and skill, as well as provide specialized direct services to children and their families in their homes, schools, and communities. The follow are included:
Clinical Counseling Internship Requirements
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