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Registered Behavioral Health Outpatient Intern

CompanyTampa General Hospital
LocationTampa
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 17, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Provide ethical and compassionate behavioral health services to individuals, families, and couples in an outpatient setting. Support patients with diverse backgrounds in managing mental health and substance use needs to improve their quality of life.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
8883
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Tampa General is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4 million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 982 beds, and with over 15,000 team members, is one of the region’s largest employers. Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-25 and is nationally ranked as among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in eight specialties. Additionally, Tampa General was ranked as “high performing,” or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 12 procedures and conditions. TGH partners with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine to pioneer breakthrough treatments, conduct game-changing clinical research and train the next generation of health care professionals. TGH is the region's only academic health system, having been affiliated with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine since the school was created in the early 1970s. TGH is the area’s only Level I trauma center and one of two ABA-verified Adult & Pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters, we are able to transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to the leading organ transplant center in the country, having performed more than 14,000 adult solid organ transplants, including the state’s first successful heart transplant in 1985. Tampa General Hospital is committed to serving all residents of West Central Florida. We provide comprehensive health services, ranging from wellness and primary care to the most complex specialty care and post-acute services.
About the Role

The Registered Behavioral Health (BH) Outpatient Intern provides culturally competent, ethical, and compassionate behavioral health services to individuals, families, and couples in an outpatient setting. This role is essential in supporting patients with diverse backgrounds and mental health and substance use needs, helping them achieve emotional wellness and improved quality of life. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital



Education

Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology.

License/Registration

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern OR Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern

Work Experience and Additional Information

One (1) to two (2) years relevant clinical experience in an outpatient setting, inclusive of 1,000 hours supervised clinical practicum and internship requirement for Master's degree.

Technical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Knowledge working with children, adolescents, and adults in an outpatient setting with diverse populations presenting range of behavioral health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and substance use disorders.

· Highly motivated, independent, and capable of performing in a complex environment with the ability to prioritize effectively and complete tasks.

· Excellent interpersonal skills and competence to establish rapport and build supporting, trusting relationships and maintain healthy boundaries and respect for patient rights and personal preferences.

· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Key Skills
Behavioral Health ServicesClinical CounselingCase ManagementInterpersonal SkillsCrisis InterventionPatient RapportWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationBoundary SettingCultural Competence
Categories
HealthcareSocial Services