Mental Health Intern

Job Description

Internship Mental Health Intern | Catholic Charities

The Tone:
This is an internship at Catholic Charities, located in Milwaukee, WI. The organization is committed to making a measurable difference in the lives of those they serve by providing essential mental health care. This role offers the unique opportunity to engage with a diverse client base, including individuals who may have limited access to care due to financial constraints. By providing hands-on clinical experience, this internship directly contributes to addressing critical mental health needs in the community.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time
• Location: In-person, Milwaukee, WI
• Team: Interns work under the supervision of experienced clinicians and collaborate with a dedicated clinical team, receiving direct mentorship from licensed therapists.
• Mission: This person will provide essential psychotherapy and counseling services to clients who may have limited access to mental health care due to financial constraints.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Psychotherapy: Provide in-office psychotherapy and counseling to clients under the direct supervision of experienced clinicians.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive case documentation, including client assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with a dedicated clinical team and benefit from direct mentorship and supervision.
• Professional Development: Participate in training sessions and discussions aimed at developing culturally competent and empathetic care practices.
• Caseload Management: Manage your own client caseload within a supportive and structured clinical environment.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Enrollment in a master’s degree program in Social Work or a counseling-related field; entry-level career stage.
• Experience: Commitment to an internship duration of two consecutive semesters, or ideally a one-year commitment, with expected availability of 10 to 24 hours per week during office hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM).
• Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative team player committed to forming impactful relationships, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bonus: Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.