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Counselor Intern

CompanySummit BHC
LocationUnited States
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 20, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Counselor Intern assists in providing counseling services, including individual, group, and family sessions under supervision. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate client documentation and performing case management duties.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
2737
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, Summit Behavioral Healthcare was established to develop and operate a network of leading behavioral health and addiction treatment centers throughout the country. Summit BHC’s focus is on operating acute psychiatric hospitals, specialty chemical dependency services, and behavioral health hospitals throughout the country within a flexible and dynamic continuum of care. Our Services Include: Residential Substance Use Disorder Programs Acute Psychiatric Care Detoxification Programs Partial Hospitalization Programs Intensive Outpatient Programs Health and Wellness Programs Dual Diagnosis Treatment Summit BHC Mission: Our mission is to improve the lives we touch. Our treatment facilities are specialized in helping adults, adolescents, and families suffering from mental health challenges and addiction while offering a solution to the stressors that drive these issues, providing a path to change and ensuring ongoing support for a restored life.
About the Role
Counselor Intern | Fair Oaks Recovery Center | Sacramento, California

About the Job:

The Counselor Intern works closely with Social Services Department staff and assists in providing counseling services to clients and their families as required by the intern’s educational requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities:

· May conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required.

· May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assists with modifying problem behaviors under supervision.

· May assist in individual treatment plan(s) for select client populations.

· Ensures all documentation regarding client care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner.

· May act as a liaison between referral sources and client.

· May plan for aftercare for assigned clients.

· May provide case management duties for client, ensuring individualized quality care.

· High School diploma or equivalent required while working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related counseling field from an accredited program.

· CPR and de-escalation certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

· First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Why Fair Oaks Recovery Center?Fair Oaks Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. Fair Oaks Recovery Center is an EOE.

Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.

Key Skills
CounselingCase managementTreatment planningDocumentationDe-escalationFirst aidCPRSocial services
Categories
Social ServicesHealthcare
Benefits
Comprehensive benefit plan