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Outpatient Behavioral Health Intern

Roseburg, OR · On-site

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What is an MSW internship?

MSW internships are supervised field placements that are part of a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree program. These internships provide students with hands-on experience in social work settings such as hospitals, schools, community agencies, or mental health organizations. The goal is to help students apply classroom knowledge to real-world situations, develop professional skills, and meet licensing requirements. MSW internships are typically required by accredited programs and are essential for preparing students for a career in social work.

What do MSW interns do?

During an MSW internship, you can expect to engage in a variety of tasks such as conducting client assessments, facilitating group sessions, case management, and developing treatment plans under supervision. You may also participate in community outreach, advocacy, and interdisciplinary team meetings. These responsibilities provide hands-on experience with diverse populations and social issues, helping you build essential clinical and organizational skills. By actively contributing to real-world cases, you’ll gain practical insights and strengthen your readiness for a professional social work career.

What skills and qualifications are needed for an MSW internship?

To thrive as an MSW Intern, you need foundational knowledge of social work principles, assessment techniques, and case management skills, usually supported by current enrollment in an accredited MSW program. Familiarity with documentation systems, client management software, and knowledge of relevant ethical and legal guidelines is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competence, and the ability to build rapport with diverse clients are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills ensure effective client support, ethical practice, and meaningful learning experiences during the internship.

What is the difference between Msw Internships vs Social Work Assistants?

AspectMsw InternshipsSocial Work Assistants
Required CredentialsEnrolled in MSW program or recent graduateHigh school diploma or equivalent; some experience
Work EnvironmentField placements, supervised settings, agenciesOffice, community agencies, healthcare facilities
Employer & IndustrySocial service agencies, hospitals, schoolsSocial service organizations, healthcare providers

MSW Internships are typically for students or recent graduates gaining practical experience in social work, often involving supervised field placements. Social Work Assistants are staff members providing direct support in social service settings, usually with less formal education. Both roles operate in similar environments but differ in credentials and responsibilities.

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BH Clinician Licensed - Pediatrics

Springfield, OR


PeaceHealth
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 175 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

160th of 893 rated healthcare providers

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Recommended by students


$42.06 - $69.41/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a BH Clinician Licensed for a Part Time, 0.60 FTE, Day position. This is a billable clinician position that requires an active NPI for client billing purposes.

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $42.06 – $69.41. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

At PeaceHealth, we recognize that behavioral health is essential to overall health. That’s why we’ve embedded Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) Clinicians into every primary care clinic across Oregon. Using the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model, our clinicians apply evidence-based strategies to enhance patient outcomes and strengthen the healthcare system. As an IBH Clinician you will be a valued part of two teams :1) the primary care clinic in which you work; 2) highly supportive team of Integrated Behavioral Health Clinicians working across all the primary care clinics. We are passionate about fulfilling the PeaceHealth mission to provide integrated person first care, respecting mind, body and spirit, as well as lifting up one another in doing this work.

Job Summary

Coordinates and oversees the plan of care and service delivery of behavioral health consumers across the continuum of illness; promotes effective utilization and monitoring of health care resources; and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal clinical outcomes. Provide services to consumers with commercial insurance and Medicaid and Medicare.

Details of the position: 

  • Provides individual, family, group, and multi-family group therapy to patients with complex diagnostic presentations and treatment needs.
  • May provides clinical leadership to team of masters’ and bachelors’ level clinicians, CSWA candidates and MSW interns.
  • Assesses, develops, implements, and monitors a comprehensive plan of care through an interdisciplinary team process in conjunction with the patient and their self-identified natural supports.
  • Evaluates and provides interventions to improve a patient’s cognitive, social, vocational, spiritual, and emotional functioning, utilizing natural and community supports when possible.
  • Provides urgent/crisis evaluations, interventions, and safety planning.
  • Together with consumer and natural supports, identifies key problems, strengths and resources to be addressed in the treatment plan.
  • May provide case management, coordination with other treatment agencies or outside support services, outreach, and engagement.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring:

  • Master's Degree Required: Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy. 
  • Minimum of 3 years Required: Experience in behavioral health.
  • Required: Experience in diagnosis and treatment of patients with complex mental health conditions.
  • Preferred: Experience provided clinical supervision to bachelors’ and masters’ level clinicians.
  • Required Upon Hire: Licensed Professional Counselor - Oregon for jobs based in Oregon or
  • Required Upon Hire: Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Oregon for jobs based in Oregon or
  • Required Upon Hire: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist-Oregon for jobs based in Oregon.
  • Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support.

Skills

  • Interpersonal skills to obtain and interpret information appropriate to patients’ needs and age as required for assessment range of treatment, and patient care (Required)
  • Proficiency with DSM-5 diagnoses and best practice treatment interventions for a variety of behavioral health conditions (Required)
  • Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment (Required)
  • Knowledge and adherence to Social Work Code of Ethics (Required)
  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications and documenting in electronic medical records (Required)
  • Effective prioritization skills (Required)

Oregon Network – Integrated Behavioral Health in Primary Care

  • Operates as an essential part of the primary care team providing direct intervention to patients and consultation to the medical team regarding behavioral and psychosocial aspects of health.
  • Available for same-day and scheduled visits referred by the medical providers.
  • Performs brief, limited follow-up visits for selected patients.
  • Participates in regularly scheduled consultation with the collaborating psychiatrist and communicates resulting treatment recommendations to the patient’s medical provider.
  • For identified subpopulations, systematically tracks treatment response in a registry.
  • Experience in a medical healthcare setting preferred.

Working Conditions

Lifting

  • Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
  • Bend/ twist/ reach/ push/ pull occasionally.
  • Lift/Carry: Occasionally up to 5 lbs.

Environmental Conditions

  • Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
  • Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting or in office environment.

Mental/Visual

  • Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
  • Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.


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About PeaceHealth

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PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, WA, is a not-for-profit Catholic health system employing approximately 16,000 caregivers, a multi-specialty medical group practice with more than 1,200 providers and 10 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities in Washington, Oregon, Alaska. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. Today, the legacy of its founding Sisters continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its Mission. Get a feeling for the Spirit of PeaceHealth through this three-minute video, and visit us on Facebook or LinkedIn! We offer competitive compensation, a robust benefitspackage and a collaborative, Mission-driven work environment! To learn more please visit: jobs.peacehealth.org. Questions? Review our Employment FAQor email Recruitment@peacehealth.org. Please note this email does not accept resumes or applications.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Vancouver, WA, US

Year founded

1890

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