Clinical Internship/Practicum

Here at Community Health Service, Inc (CHSI), our mission is to provide high quality health care to the overlooked and underserved. Sound rewarding? You bet it is If you are looking for more than just a "job" and want to invest your time making an impact on the lives of others, this is your chance to join our CHSI team

WHAT DO WE DO?

CHSI is a private, non-profit organization established in 1973 to serve the health needs of migrant & seasonal farm workers and their family members. Today, CHSI has expanded services and provides mental & physical healthcare to all individuals in our communities. Our services are provided on a more affordable sliding fee scale to those who are under-insured or un-insured. We also accept ND and MN Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance plans. We currently operate four nurse-managed clinics, two mobile medical units, and two victim advocacy program centers in Minnesota & North Dakota.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are on the search for a driven and ambitious intern candidate seeking experience working in a trauma informed clinical settings. This is a paid field placement experience position. Our Clinical Intern/Practicum Student is responsible for applying learned classroom theory with on-the-job practical experience in the assigned program while ensuring the applicable Academic Program and or/Academic Institution's learning criteria is satisfied. Our clinical internship program is designed for graduate students in mental health counseling and clinical social work who are ready to apply their theoretical knowledge in a professional setting. We seek compassionate and dedicated individuals who are committed to improving mental health outcomes and supporting diverse communities. This internship offers invaluable hands-on experience, preparing you for a career in mental health services

Responsibilities:

• Fulfills the required academic program and/or Academic Institution's criteria for an internship learning objectives.
• Participates in the orientation and the onboarding process to learn Community Health Service Inc.'s policy and procedure expectations (e.g. safety, harassment free environment, patient confidentiality, etc.)
• Ensures confidentiality of all treatment and services information pertaining to patients and their families.
• Maintains agreed upon schedule and timeliness.
• Meets the supervision requirements and expectations.
• Acts ethically, professionally, and is respectful when communicating and interfacing with patients, colleagues, and external contacts.
• Performs other job-related responsibilities, tasks and projects as needed and/or requested of the position.

ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?

In addition to being a wonderful team member, we are seeking an individual with the below qualifications:

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• In an eight hour workday, the employee must be able to: bend and crouch occasionally, sit continuously and stand or walk frequently.
• Employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Employee must be able to use hands/arms, feet/legs for repetitive fine to large motor skill movements.

Educational Requirements:

• Current enrollment in an accredited Master's program in Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
• Must meet the required number of experience hours in a human services field for the internship level.

Cultural Competence:

Preferred:

• Understanding of and sensitivity to diverse populations
• Willingness to work with clients from various socioeconomic backgrounds

Professional Attributes:

Required:

• Strong ethical standards and integrity
• Manages time efficiently and meets deadlines
• Basic proficiency in clinical documentation
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team

Additional Desirable Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of evidence-based therapeutic approaches
• Familiarity with DSM-5 diagnoses and treatment planning

PLEASE NOTE:

CHSI is an EEO/Affirmative Action/Veteran friendly employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

CHSI facilities are deemed under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).