Clinical Intern in Newport, Rhode Island at Newport Mental Health

Description

WHO WE ARE…

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.

For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR…

Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.

Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You’re a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.

Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.

Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) …

We are currently seeking a motivated, caring, and empathetic intern to join our team. You will shadow several different prescribers who are responsible for assessment and treatment to clients.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

This internship will allow you to learn about Newport Mental Health's person-centered approach to care and will allow the individual to shadow clinicians during their group and individual sessions; diagnostic assessments, including initial intakes and on-going assessments.

This role will allow the intern to see how to complete records utilizing a collaborative documentation approach, how to participate in crisis response services, and how to serve as a client advocate.

Other Duties:

· Perform all other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

· Attend trainings and meetings as assigned.

· Adhere to safety policies including participation in fire/disaster drills.

Education and experience:

• Enrolled in a masters level program or higher at an accredited college or university.

Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.