Mental Health Counseling Intern

Description

 Join a Team That Changes Lives—Including Yours!

Northstar Behavioral Health Network is a team of professionals that specialize in serving those battling substance use disorders, specifically Opioid Use Disorder and Stimulant Use Disorder. Also specializing in those needing Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS).

At Northstar Behavioral Health, we don’t just treat addiction—we transform lives. Our mission is to provide compassionate, expert care for individuals battling opioid and stimulant addiction through a multi-faceted treatment approach. But what truly sets us apart? Our people!

We believe in fostering a work environment where growth, community, and passion thrive. That means: Exciting Team Events – We celebrate our hardworking staff with engaging gatherings, fostering connections beyond the workplace. Commitment to Community – From volunteering events to local engagement initiatives, we actively give back to the community we serve. Opportunities for Career Growth – With our expanding network of over 200 clients and growing, we provide the support and tools for you to thrive professionally. A Culture of Support – Join a team that understands the importance of a workplace built on integrity, compassion, and collaboration

Key Result Areas:

• Facilitate at least one group session per week by the third month of internship.
• Support intake and orientation with clients independently by the last month of internship
• Complete assessments independently.
• Develop individualized treatment plans collaboratively with clients.
• Maintain a caseload of at least five clients.
• Coordinate an outside resource to share information with staff and clients
• Participate in weekly supervision, multidisciplinary, and clinical meetings.
• Ensure documentation meets 100% compliance standards.
• Complete charting on the same day as service delivery.
• Maintain a professional and HIPAA-compliant workspace (organized, clean, and free of spills).

Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Essential Functions)

• Provide individual therapy, group therapy, family programming, and case management that addresses the goals established on the treatment plan.
• Accurately document all services in Procentive and/or paper forms in accordance with NBHN policies, procedures, and governing body standards.
• Maintain thorough case activity notes and record all pertinent client information.
• Develop individualized, comprehensive treatment plans that reflect each client’s needs, completed in compliance with NBHN policies, procedures, and applicable standards.
• Complete and document client assessments in line with NBHN policies, procedures, and governing requirements.
• Actively participate in weekly case staffing and clinical supervision meetings.
• Collaborate effectively with outside agencies and community partners.
• Carry out discharge responsibilities in accordance with contracts, licensure standards, and NBHN policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of core competencies in treating co-occurring disorders through continuing education and integration of learned skills into practice.
• Maintain active enrollment and good standing within the graduate program placing the intern.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Required Skills and Experience: (Minimum requirements in terms of educational background, work experience, licenses/certifications or other knowledge skills and abilities)

• Be in internship/practicum course with an approved educational entity
• CPR Certification or attain within 30 days
• Must understand and follow NBH's Drug and Alcohol Policy
• Must pass a State of Minnesota Background Check
• Must possess a current Minnesota Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
• Ability to use Google Drive and other computer skills

Additional Skills and Experience: (Preferred or helpful)

• Familiar with medication for opioid use disorder Model
• Motivational Interviewing Approach
• Familiar with Procentive, Electronic Health Record System