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Julie Valentine Center

Child Therapist

Greenville, SC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • PTO

... intern program by providing opportunities for interns to observe and/ or assist in treatment ... Experience and training in working with abused and traumatized children; play therapy experience ...

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Minnetonka - Family Place Internship

Minnetonka, MN

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

Summer block intern placements that are 40 hours/5 days per week are also considered.In the day ... Learn and participate in play therapy techniques. * Assist in planning and implementing therapeutic ...

Julie Valentine Center

Child Therapist

Greenville, SC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • PTO

... intern program by providing opportunities for interns to observe and/ or assist in treatment ... Experience and training in working with abused and traumatized children; play therapy experience ...

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What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a play therapy intern?

To thrive as a Play Therapy Intern, you need a foundational understanding of child development, therapeutic techniques, and ideally be enrolled in or have completed relevant coursework in psychology or counseling. Familiarity with play therapy tools, session documentation systems, and possibly pursuing certification through organizations like the Association for Play Therapy are valuable assets. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to build rapport with children and families are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies are essential for creating a safe, supportive environment that fosters healing and growth in young clients.

What kind of supervision and support can a play therapy intern expect during their internship?

As a Play Therapy Intern, you will typically work under the close supervision of a licensed play therapist or a clinical supervisor experienced in child therapy. Regular supervision sessions—often weekly—are provided to review your cases, discuss therapeutic techniques, and address any challenges you encounter with clients. Interns are encouraged to participate in team meetings, collaborate with other mental health professionals, and seek feedback to enhance their skills. This supportive structure ensures you gain hands-on experience while maintaining professional and ethical standards in your practice.

What is the difference between Play Therapy Intern vs Play Therapist?

AspectPlay Therapy InternPlay Therapist
CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding a relevant graduate degree; supervised internshipLicensed or certified with specific credentials (e.g., Registered Play Therapist)
Work EnvironmentInternship settings, clinics, schools under supervisionIndependent practice, clinics, hospitals, schools
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, mental health clinics, non-profitsPrivate practices, healthcare facilities, schools
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

The main difference between a Play Therapy Intern and a Play Therapist lies in experience, credentials, and independence. Interns are in training, working under supervision, while Play Therapists are fully credentialed professionals providing independent therapy services.

What is a play therapy intern?

Play Therapy Interns are graduate students or early-career professionals who are undergoing supervised training in play therapy, a therapeutic approach that uses play to help children express and process their feelings. These interns often work under the guidance of a licensed play therapist to develop clinical skills, gain hands-on experience, and fulfill requirements for certification or licensure. Their responsibilities may include conducting play therapy sessions, maintaining case notes, and participating in supervision and training. Through this internship, they learn to use play as a medium to support children's emotional, social, and behavioral growth.
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Training Director - Psychology Internship Program

The Village For Families & Children

Hartford, CT • On-site

$100K/yr

Full-time, Internship

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Our Mission: 

The Village was one of the first agencies in the country to provide homes for neglected children. Today, we continue to achieve our mission “to build a community of strong, healthy families who protect and nurture children” by providing a full range of behavioral health, early childhood and youth development, substance use treatment and support services for children, adults and families in the Greater Hartford, Connecticut region.

Named a Connecticut Top Workplace for six consecutive years with national distinction for workplace culture and diversity, equity and inclusion practices, you can be sure you're joining an organization that's just as committed to your success as we are to those we serve.

Starting Salary: $100,000

JOB SUMMARY

The Training Director will be responsible for overseeing the administrative and clinical functions of The Village's American Psychological Association-accredited Pre-Doctoral Internship Program. Manages day-to-day operations and long-term development of the program. Provides clinical and administrative supervision and training to psychology interns and staff. Participates in agency-wide initiatives and programs, as assigned.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Maintains up-to-date documentation for the Psychology Internship Program in compliance with APA and APPIC standards.

· Drafts and records Internship Program Description with APA/APPIC system to reflect accurate internship activities

· Oversees annual intern recruitment, interviewing, and matching process.

· Coordinates and collaborates with graduate programs whose students are performing internships at The Village to ensure that the interns meet required standards of those graduate programs.

· Provides primary and/or secondary clinical and administrative supervision of pre-doctoral interns, post-doctoral psychology residents, and staff, as assigned.

· Recruits psychologists to provide supervision of interns, as needed.

· Leads Psychology Department monthly meetings and ensures participation by interns and staff psychologists.

· Develops, organizes and provides training programs for interns, as needed. Ensures that adequate training opportunities exist for the interns, including those meeting APPIC requirements.

· Collaborates with program leadership throughout The Village to ensure mutually valuable intern placements in appropriate programs.

· Collaborates with Vice President in program planning, development and problem solving.

· Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.


EDUCATION

· PhD or PsyD from APA Accredited Program is required

· Must be licensed as Psychologist by State of Connecticut, and must maintain that licensure throughout employment in this position

EXPERIENCE

· Must have at least 3 years of supervisory experience, preferably in agencies with similar programs and populations as The Village

· Must have clinical experience serving client populations and providing therapeutic interventions similar to those provided by The Village

· Must be experienced in providing evidence-based treatment interventions, with focus on achieving measurable positive outcomes. Experience in play therapy, group therapy, and family therapy is preferred.

· Must have strong diagnostic skills

· Must have experience providing clinical consultations to other treatment providers and programs

· Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred.

· Cultural competency to serve diverse client population.

· Excellent interpersonal, organization and service skills and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

· Flexible and able to multi-task.

· Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel. Possess solid general computer skills, including ability to work in a Windows 10 environment. Familiarity with specific applications used by the Village a plus (SmartSearch & Electronic Health Record).


Benefits:

Our benefits package supports your whole life with comprehensive health coverage, generous paid time off, and employer matched retirement savings. We also invest in your growth through tuition assistance (Loan Forgiveness Program – NHSC, tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment). https://thevillage.org/careers/our-benefits/

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