Alcohol and Drug Counselor Intern (Minneapolis, MN)

People Incorporated Mental Health Services is seeking an Alcohol and Drug Counselor Intern to join our team. This position provides hands-on experience for students pursuing higher education in alcohol and drug counseling. This position will support harm reduction and recovery-based services for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use needs. Under supervision, they will gain experience conducting comprehensive assessments, facilitating individual and group counseling sessions, providing psychoeducation, and supporting treatment planning and clinical documentation. They will also have the opportunity to work as part of an interdisciplinary team while developing skills in person-centered, low-barrier care approaches.

Schedule: Part-Time| Monday-Friday during Business Hours (Schedule flexibility based on program and site need)

Location: Hybrid | Rotating between Sites:

• Huss Center for Recovery (2120 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404)
• York Mental Health Clinic (317 York Ave, St, Paul 55130)
• Northside Community Support Program (1309 Girard Ave, Minneapolis 55411)

Pay: Unpaid Internship

People Incorporated Mental Health Services is the largest nonprofit mental health provider in Minnesota. For over 50 years, we have been a leading community partner, transforming the health of our communities through innovative solutions.

Main Job Duties:

• Participate in comprehensive assessments, treatment plans, treatment plan reviews, and discharge plans under supervision and according to established deadlines.
• Assist with client intake, admission paperwork, and program orientation.
• Coordinate services with other providers in the community to ensure clients have access to necessary resources.
• Facilitate treatment coordination by recognizing client needs and facilitating access to available resources.
• Provide group and individual counseling addressing various client needs and health issues.
• Attend clinical care consults as scheduled.
• Ensure daily tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Maintain regular attendance as an essential function of the position.
• Attend structured supervision on a weekly basis from a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor to focus on reviewing learned concepts, practicing clinical skills, discussing casework, and integrating feedback to support professional development and competency growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Alcohol & Drug Counseling program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preference given to current People Incorporated employees in good standing.
• Previous experience working with or knowledge of individuals with serious and persistent mental illness, chemical dependency, developmental disabilities, and/or other health conditions that impact mental health.
• Previous experience working with at risk and underserved communities.

People Incorporated is committed to improving the wellness of our clients, staff, and the communities that we serve by providing a tobacco-free environment.

People Incorporated is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

People Incorporated values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.