Social Work Internship

3 days ago


Lorain, United States OhioGuidestone Full time

Where New Paths Begin

OhioGuidestone is the state's leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives-with compassion and respect-we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future.

OhioGuidestone is committed to providing high quality internships for students at all learning levels. Get the hands on experience and support you need to launch a successful career in behavioral health Work with clients throughout the lifespan in home, school, and community settings. Choose from clinical focus areas such as early childhood, juvenile justice, chemical dependency, and maternal depression. Attend agency workshops and learn from experts in the field. Network and share experiences with other interns during our supervision group. We offer flexible scheduling & opportunities for employment post-internship. OhioGuidestone is a qualifying Community Behavioral Health Center (CBHC) for students interested in participating in the Great Minds Fellowship Program.

Essential Functions:

  • Advocate for those whom OhioGuidestone serves
  • Represent OhioGuidestone in a positive manner at all times
  • Communicate openly, honestly, and respectfully
  • Be respectful of others
  • Be an active problem solver and engage with staff
  • Help come up with solutions for issues as they arise, support staff without judgment
  • Show up with a positive attitude each day
  • Support a safe environment for yourself, workers and those we serve
  • Strive for improvement and encourage others to do the same.
  • Be proactive, assist with furthering the mission of OhioGuidestone
  • Follow through until the issues are resolved or handled by the appropriate person
  • Conserve and protect the resources that are provided to support our services with the highest level of integrity and accountability
If an Intern is providing clinical services to clients, the following functions are essential, in addition to the above:
  • Develops a therapeutic relationship with each client. Provides individual, group or family therapy as needed. Available for clinical consultation.
  • Maintains ongoing frequent contact with other assigned OhioGuidestone professionals, parents or outside agency professionals assigned to case. Provide CPST and minor case management functions if needed.
  • Assumes a strong advocacy role for clients and makes recommendations for clinical and support services needed upon discharge.
  • Actively participates in all treatment conferences and meetings for the clients.
  • Completes all paperwork required by the agency within designated time frames.
  • Participates in agency and community meetings as needed.
Performance/Physical Requirements:
  • Work environment can include an agency office, school based setting, or in the community including clients homes
  • English reading and writing skills required
  • Interacts verbally with coworkers and representatives from outside agencies
  • Confidentiality required
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Works flexible hours and is available for crisis management by phone
  • Computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and basic database usage, as well as basic typing

Qualifications:

Required education is working towards a Degree in Social Work.

At OhioGuidestone we care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of a fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.

Committed to creating a more diverse community, we encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. EEO/M/F/H/V

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