Clinical Mental Health Counseling Internship (Essex County) - Unpaid
On-site · East Orange, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Part-time Clinical Mental Health Internship in New Jersey providing 1:1 behavior analysis and in-home/community therapy for children aged 4-21; responsibilities include shadowing IIC and BA, submitting internship/practicum hours, daily living tasks checklists and DAP notes, delivering individual and small group therapy, assisting in psychoeducation, crisis prevention/intervention, development and implementation of BA Treatment Plans, data collection, and ensuring program compliance; requires current enrollment in a Master’s Degree Program in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology or related field, with 2+ years in behavioral healthcare and a valid NJ driver’s license; bilingual skills a plus.
Required Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Master’s Degree Program for Counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology or related field.
- Completed Practicum or enrolled in an internship for a Master’s Degree Program in one of the above fields of study
- BAs are required to complete the DCF COSC Behavioral Assistant Certification within 6 months of their hire date
- Have at least 2 years experience in behavioral healthcare or related field and has experience working directly with individuals who have behavioral issues (maladaptive behaviors), developmental/intellectual disabilities, or mental illness
- Has knowledge of Behavioral Interventions and some clinical training
- Valid NJ Driver’s license and proof of car insurance.
- Valid Social Security Number or work authorization
- Must consent to and pass complete State/Federal Criminal Background Checks.
- Bilingual is a plus (Spanish, Portuguese, Creole)
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