Internship

We are a mental health intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization treatment center specializing in adolescents. At AWA, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional care in a compassionate environment, making a profound impact on the lives of young individuals and their families. We are currently seeking highly motivated interns to join our dynamic team.

Position Overview:
As an Intern at AWA, you will gain a wealth of experience by playing a supporting role in our treatment team, participating in supervised individual and group therapy to clients enrolled in our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Day Program.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and family therapy under supervision to assigned clients.
• Assist in conducting group therapy sessions and biopsychosocial assessments.
• Support the admissions process and contribute to treatment planning.
• Attend daily clinical meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client progress and treatment plans.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, families, and team members.
• Adhere to agency and professional standards for documentation and confidentiality.

Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a Master’s or Doctoral program in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field.
• Interest in working with adolescent populations and pursuing a career in mental health counseling.
• Familiarity with evidence-based treatment modalities such as DBT, CBT, and MI is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMRs) is a plus.
• Level 2 Background Check and Drug Test required.

What Makes This Internship Amazing:

• Gain hands-on experience with adolescents in a clinical setting.
• Opportunity to work closely with families and contribute to their involvement in treatment.
• Exposure to diverse clinical pathologies and crisis intervention strategies.
• Receive supervision and mentoring to support your professional growth.
• Contribute to a growing clinic that values innovation and high standards of care.
• Enjoy an inclusive work environment that promotes personal well-being and growth.

Internship Details:

• Duration: As specified by university requirements
• Schedule: Our Adolescent program hours are Monday to Friday 12pm-8:30pm, but this can be decided on as needs basis depending on your availability and university requirements
• Location: Davie (Main Office) and/or Kendall (New Location)

Benefits:

• Professional development opportunities.
• Hands-on learning experience in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Compensation:

• Unpaid Internship

Join us at AWA where you can make a real difference in the lives of adolescents and their families while gaining valuable experience in the field of mental health counseling. Apply now and embark on a fulfilling internship journey with us

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