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PASS Internship; Master's Level Columbus Ohio
CompanyNATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM
LocationColumbus
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 30, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will provide individual, group, and family mental health services, case management, and coordinate various community services for youth and families, while ensuring timely documentation and training completion. Responsibilities also include traveling to provide community-based services, modifying youth-based plans, and maintaining relationships with foster and origin families.
Internship Type
other
Company Size
1690
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
(NYAP) National Youth Advocate Program has a non-negotiable commitment to do what is best for children, youth and their families. We provide opportunities and resources through our innovative programs and services. We are dedicated to strengthening the families and communities we are proud to serve.
About the Role
Job DetailsJob Location: Columbus, OH 43215Master’s of Social Work or Master’s of Clinical Counseling Internship
NYAP – PASS Therapist (Columbus, OH)
National Youth Advocate Program is accepting internship applications on our PASS/Healthy Ways team for the Summer, 2026 and Fall, 2026 in our Columbus region. In this role, you will get hands on experience working with youth and adolescence in our PASS program. You will also rotate through various other therapeutic areas throughout the agency to gain insight to the communities and clients we serve. This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners. Enrollment in a Master level Social Work or Master’s level Clinical Counseling program required.
Your Internship Experience may include:
Providing appropriate individual, group, and family mental health services, case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served.
Traveling as needed, to provide community-based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
Completing all required documentation in a timely manner.
Completing all required training in a timely manner.
Coordinating and monitoring services for the youth and family in the community, including mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational, and social services.
Regularly reviewing and modifies youth-based plans to assure consistent progress and success on written plan goals.
Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with assigned foster parents and families of origin.
Providing safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served.
Actively participates in the weekly supervision process.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
Enrolled in an accredited institution for a Master’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services Field.
An internship or field placement is a requirement by the institution.
Upon the completion of the internship, the individual would receive credit toward their pursued degree.
LSW, SWT or CT licensure required
You must be 21 years of age on the first day of your internship
Experience working in direct service with youth and families is strongly preferred.
Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.
A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.
Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.
Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
Driving and Vehicle Requirements
Valid driver’s license
Reliable personal transportation
Good driving record
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability
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QualificationsAn Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans
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