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Skill Sprout's vision is to provide an exceptional experience to each family that centers on both progressive best practices and an individualized, family-centered plan of care, with the aim to improve the quality of life for every family we serve.  We will be a beacon of progress, independence, and hope in the communities we serve. 

The mission of Skill Sprout is to provide educational, behavioral, and rehabilitative services and supports to individuals with a wide range of abilities and needs. Visit www.skillsprout.com  to learn more.

The Mental Health/Social Work Intern's role is to provide quality care and support to clients and families receiving Skill Sprout services as well as assist in projects and tasks aimed at growing Skill Sprout's innovative therapy programs. It is a part-time position and is volunteer-based. This position reports directly to an assigned Master's level or clinically licensed supervising clinician.

Specific responsibilities may include:

Provide therapy services with Skill Sprout clients within the mental health department, which may include social skills treatment and/or individual, family and group counseling, and/or within the ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) Program

Conduct diagnostic clinical intake interviews with clients at the time of the initial service delivery, as needed

Prepare treatment materials as directed by Consultants

Assist with training new therapy staff

Accurately and reliably collect data in therapy sessions as outlined by program procedure

Provide clinical case coordination services and case management duties, as assigned

Conduct diagnostic services, such as free screenings and/or mental health assessments, as assigned

Attend all team meetings and trainings, and complete all necessary paperwork as directed by supervisor or administrative staff

Commit to and follow a weekly schedule, documenting all services and activities

Develop staff training resources, as assigned

Develop and lead parent support and training groups

Develop and lead sibling support groups

Develop and lead Peer Model training programs

Assist in oversight and management of the Peer Model Volunteer program in an assigned region

Develop and oversee Peer Model recruitment and retention efforts

Create training and/or educational material for the purpose of Blogs and Social Media networking for the department

Create marketing materials and engage in marketing events for the department and company

Communicate with client families for the purpose of coordination of services, family support, scheduling, departmental updates, etc.

Answer phones and speak with families in professional, helpful manner

Interact with peer and client families in office during peak therapy times to assist with greetings and check in 

Conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times when working with other Skill Sprout staff and clients or families

Other duties as assigned

The Mental Health Intern will have the following experience and attributes: 

Candidates will be actively pursuing a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling or related field.

Preferred prior experience working with children with disabilities; experience working with typically developing children will be considered.

Strong writing skills

Exceptional interpersonal communication skills

Familiarity with technology programs including comfort with Microsoft Office

Ability to quickly learn new technology programs 

Minimum of 3.0 GPA

Ability to work nights and weekends as needed

Flexibility with scheduling and work hours as client and company needs change

Must be able to continue direct service therapy hours over school breaks (Christmas break, Spring Break, etc) 

Professional and personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for Skill Sprout's mission.

To apply, please visit our website at www.skillsprout.com, select career opportunities, and click the button "Internship Apply Here." 

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