Clinical Counseling Internship - SUD & Mental Health in Hayward, Oakland or San Jose, California at Horizon Services, Inc.

Who are we?

Horizon Services Inc is a non-profit organization established in 1974 with the goal of reducing alcohol and other drug related problems of individuals, families, and communities. By practicing our values: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, and Quality, we are able to provide mental health, detox, recovery and sobering programs to support women, men, youth and LGBTQ clients to live a responsible and constructive life. HSI is a learning community where our collective experiences enrich each other’s growth.

Learn & Grow with Us!

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Counselors provide support and assistance to clients in an adult transitional residential treatment program for up to a 60-90 day stay. As a Counselor you will:

• Apply evidence-based practices to support clients with co-occurring conditions
• Perform intake interviews & assessments
• Provide individual, group and family counseling
• Develop and implement treatment plans
• Coordinate discharge planning
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records including electronic health records

What will you gain from our internship program?

• Deep training in Trauma-informed practices, Motivational Interviewing and CBT
• Supervision hours toward licensure with the Board of Behavioral Sciences for MFTi or ASW.
• Learn valuable skills regarding crisis intervention, case management, improved diagnostic abilities, and creative interventions that will help you engage clients effectively throughout the rest of your career.
• Ability to bring your hobbies and interests to complement your work with clients: music, art, etc.
• Experience on treating clients with co-occurring disorders, Mental health and Substance Abuse
• Experience on how to provide services to a culturally diverse population: race, ethnicity, gender identity, age
• $20/hr, salary revision after 9 months based on performance
• Medical Plan (Kaiser), Dental, life Insurance, Paid Vacation, holidays & Sick time off.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Registered MFTi, ASW and PsyD interns; OR LPHA. Or ability to obtain registration within 3 months of employment.
• At least six months experience providing counseling services, ideally in substance abuse
• Availability to work full-time. Able to work swing and grave yard shifts and weekends as scheduled.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attend mandatory weekly staff meeting .
• Valid California Driver’s License with a good driving record and car insurance
• Fingerprinting/Drug testing required at time of hire
• Great teamwork – be part of a professional team!

To Apply

To be considered for this opportunity, please send us your resume and a thoughtful cover letter explaining your interest in this role and how you can contribute to our programs.

Horizon Services Inc, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.