Master's Level Student Intern - Unpaid

Overview

Shift:  Monday-Friday; 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Kickstart Your Behavioral Health Career as a Master's Level Student Intern!

Gain hands-on experience providing mental health services under the guidance of a qualified supervisor.  You’ll apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings, engage in clinical and non-clinical activities, and build the skills needed for a rewarding career in behavioral health.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. 

Responsibilities

• The student intern works under the direct supervision of the Organization’s Qualified Site Supervisor. 
• All services provided by the intern will be reviewed by the Supervisor including written work (i.e. assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes) and interactions with clients. 
• The student intern will engage in a variety of clinical and non-clinical activities related to their specific discipline and consistent with their individual learning contract.
• Carries case list made up of mostly individual therapy clients, with opportunities to work with couples/families/groups as interested
• Will receive clinical supervision from an appropriate independently licensed staff member weekly per requirements

Qualifications

Education:

• Must be enrolled in a master's degree program at a partner university in the fields of Social Work, Counselor Education, Psychology, or related field.

         * If you are unsure of your school's partnership status, please contact your advisor.*

Experience:

• Possesses basic understanding of the “helping relationship” and active listening skills
• Demonstrate good communicates skills – verbal and written
• Demonstrate understanding of strengths-based philosophy
• Show integrity and an understanding of patient confidentiality

*Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, internal equity, and other business needs.  The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation which may include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits that may be applicable to this role.