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Outpatient, WI - Internship
CompanyFAMILY & CHILDRENS CENTER
LocationLa Crosse
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 2, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will shadow Master’s Level Licensed Therapists or Social Workers providing psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, families, and groups while adhering to confidentiality laws and maintaining client files under supervision. Responsibilities also include participating in supervision, staff meetings, and ongoing evaluation to develop practical counseling skills.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
258
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Family & Children's Center serves children, families and individuals with a continuum of services designed to strengthen families and promote individual well-being.
About the Role
Job DetailsJob Location: Legal Address - La Crosse, WI 54603Position Type: InternshipEducation Level: Graduate DegreeJoin our team as an intern with Outpatient Therapy at Family & Children’s Center!
TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE & SUPERVISION OPPORTUNITIES:
Interns will learn specific skills and knowledge directly relating to the practice of mental health and substance use counseling under the direction of a clinical supervisor/coordinators
Interns will transfer the skills and knowledge learned in an academic setting to a clinical setting while being supervised and mentored by a clinical supervisor.
Interns will develop confidence in their ability to apply learning theory and techniques in counseling situations.
Determine appropriate assessments (Diagnostic Assessment & Substance Use Assessments) of clients.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Shadow a Master’s Level Licensed Therapist (LPC) or Master Level Social Worker (MSW) providing psychotherapy service to individuals, couples, family and/or group in a manner consistent with Family & Children’s mission, vision and values. Adhere to all laws of client rights, confidentiality and privacy as governed by HIPPA, governing standards and Family & Children’s Center.
Maintain client files with supervision, ensuring timely documentation of provided services in accordance with agency policies and governing standards.
Participate in scheduled individual and/or group supervision, ongoing evaluation, staff meetings and other agency meetings as requested. Remain current in required hours of annual staff development.
Maintain positive relationships with clients and other counselors. Market a positive public image of services in communities’.
QualificationsESSENTIAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS & LOCATIONS:
Education: Must be enrolled in a class with an accredited university requiring practicum and internship at the Master’s Level.
Locations: Experience opportunities may be at one or more locations in La Crosse, Sparta, Viroqua, and/or Prairie De Chien.
Key Skills
Mental Health CounselingSubstance Use CounselingClinical SupervisionDiagnostic AssessmentSubstance Use AssessmentsPsychotherapyConfidentialityHIPAA ComplianceClient File MaintenanceDocumentationIndividual SupervisionGroup SupervisionStaff MeetingsStaff DevelopmentClient Relationship Management
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HealthcareSocial ServicesEducation
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