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Spring Semester Clinical Internship ( CASAC and Art Therapist)

CompanyVilla of Hope
LocationRochester
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 18, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The clinical intern will provide mental health and substance use treatment to youth and families in an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and maintaining client records in compliance with regulatory standards.
Internship Type
student
Company Size
247
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
"WE WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU" That statement of assurance, first spoken in 1942 by the Sisters of St. Joseph, represents both our history and our mission. It was our undertaking then, and it is still our promise today. Our name embodies what we provide. For those struggling with chemical dependency, mental or behavioral health concerns, or recovering from trauma, our dedicated staff of professionals provide hope. For youth, families, and adults, we provide integrated behavioral health treatment, both residential and outpatient; community-based services, case management, and mental health programs; community school; group homes, a community apartment program; and Work Based Learning. The Villa serves Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, and Wayne counties. No one will be denied access to services due to inability to pay; and there is a discounted/sliding fee schedule available based on family size and income.
About the Role

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES SUMMARY

The Clinical Intern will provide mental health and substance use treatment for youth and their families in an outpatient setting.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Complete intake documentation and initial assessments
  • Provide evidence based mental health interventions for individual, group, crisis intervention, and family sessions as prescribed in the treatment plan 
  • Collaborate with referral sources and collateral contacts regularly
  • Responsible for the maintenance of client records in compliance with OMH, OMIG, and OASAS regulations. 
  • Complete discharge summaries and coordinate transition planning
  • Engage in case consultation with community providers as needed; assess, evaluate, and discuss progress, updates and interventions in the treatment plan where appropriate
  • Contact parents and appropriate authorities in case of emergencies
  • Secure and link client and family to community-based resources
  • Develop an individualized treatment plan in collaboration with the client and parent/guardian based on assessment and complete treatment plan reviews with the client and parent/guardian
  • Seeks clinical supervision to develop competencies and skills in areas of professional development.
  • Demonstrates, promotes and practices cultural competency toward clients and staff through respect and understanding achieved through training and agency cultural activities

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Strong oral, written and interactive communication skills, a must
  • Skilled in effective research tactics
  • High level of organizational skills 
  • Ability to maintain high standards of confidentiality 
  • Willing and able to convey a positive and professional image to both internal and external customers

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must be currently enrolled a Bachelors or Master’s level, license eligible Social Work or Counseling program

Key Skills
Mental health treatmentSubstance use treatmentIntake documentationInitial assessmentsCrisis interventionFamily therapyCase consultationTreatment planningCultural competencyOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsConfidentialityRecord maintenanceDischarge planningResearch tactics
Categories
Social ServicesHealthcareEducation