Who You Are: You are interested in gaining and applying clinical knowledge and expertise in treating trauma and trauma-related symptomology in youth, young adults, and families. You are interested in learning how to identify and use client strengths and needs to correlate with ethical and accurate diagnosis using the DSM-5. You are interested in treatment of mental health disorders using evidence based guidelines and best-practice interventions. You are interested in becoming a skilled therapist using the DSM-5 for accurate diagnosis and after graduation plan to seek employment in a clinical setting. You are a self-motivated lifelong learner.

As an intern, you will enjoy a service opportunity where Relationships are the foundation, where we are all Committed to the same mission, where Growth is always possible, where we are all treated with and show Compassion, where trust guides us to Transparency and above all, where Joy sustains us.

What You Will Do: Clinical MSW Intern will:

• Complete a comprehensive diagnostic assessment for each client in service
• Identify and use clients strengths and needs using a CANS assessment
• Use the results of CANS assessments to drive treatment plan
• Use evidence-based interventions specific to clients diagnosis
• Document weekly sessions, complete required assessments and paperwork in timely fashion
• Gain experience in various settings to apply to your professional growth (e.g., individual, group, family
• counseling, case management)
• Collaborate with other IYR staff and community partners to coordinate services for client and families
• Attend weekly team meetings
• Participate in trainings and supervision sessions

Clinical MSW Intern will need:

• To be able to keep up with physical demands that, depending on the internship setting, would include recreational and community work situations
• Be in their 2nd year or Advanced Standing in an accredited MSW program

What We Offer Back: Every intern contributes to the success of our mission. You can proudly tell your friends and

family that every hour you spend serving with us helps provide accessible services to Idaho’s youth who need it most.

You will also receive an awesome discount in our thrift stores, and serve in a caring and compassionate environment,

where we are better together.

Why Unite With Us: The Idaho Youth Ranch is one of the oldest non-profit agencies in the state of Idaho. Volunteers

help move our mission forward. We unite for Idaho’s youth by providing accessible programs and services that nurture hope, healing and resilience.

When:

• Weekly (Monday – Sunday, schedule can be flexible)
• 1-8 hr. shifts (after school sessions required, some weekends may be available)
• 1-7x a week (Depends on practicum requirements)
• Can accommodate Summer, Fall, or Spring internships

How: In order to be considered for this internship, you will need to:

• Be at least 21 years old
• Have a valid state issued driver’s license
• Submit application and resume
• Submit to a criminal background check and pre-service drug/alcohol screening
• Complete interview
• Comply with all Idaho Youth Ranch volunteer policies and procedure

*This will be a paid opportunity, via a stipend to be determined.