Mental Health Therapist Intern
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Job Description
About the Company:
Ohio Mentor, now part of the Sevita family, is dedicated to providing comprehensive care and support. Locally known as Ohio Mentor, the organization specializes in offering Residential and Treatment Foster Care services to youth. This includes individuals who may be facing out-of-home placements, those transitioning back into their family homes or independent living alternatives, and youth involved in the juvenile justice system. Their core mission is to help these youth gain stability, comfort, and confidence through personalized programming, enabling them to overcome challenges and live well.
As part of Sevita, the organization operates under a broader mission of delivering home and community-based specialized health care. Sevita believes in helping everyone live a full, independent life, with a strong emphasis on empowering individuals to do so at home and within their communities. This mission has been central to their operations for over 50 years. The company culture is described by values such as “finding joy together,” “inspiring possibility,” “growing together,” and “seeing our impact,” emphasizing the transformative connections made by caregivers, clinicians, therapists, and business colleagues.
Ohio Mentor and Sevita are committed to making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, embodying a mission-driven approach to healthcare.
Job Description:
Job Title: Paid Mental Health Therapist Intern – Cleveland
This role is for a Mental Health Therapist Intern who will be a part of the Ohio Mentor team, which is within the Sevita family. The position focuses on providing therapeutic services to youth and families.
Role Description (Key Responsibilities):
• Conduct person-centered assessments covering various areas including behavioral health, education, personality, community engagement, vocational needs, relationships, and family interactions.
• Develop comprehensive service or treatment plans based on the assessment of strengths and needs, in collaboration with referral agencies and the individual served.
• Deliver activity and participation-based interventions and approaches, drawing from training materials, professional experience, and the successes of individuals and/or families.
• Make necessary referrals to services and resources on behalf of the individuals and/or families receiving support.
• Ensure that all documentation and records are kept confidential, organized, accurate, and submitted to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Actively participate in team meetings with peers and attend collateral team meetings when required.
• Develop and provide a detailed aftercare plan for each family and individual served.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community partners from referring and collateral agencies, and guide families in their interactions with these agencies and other community organizations as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or any related degree that will lead to professional licensure in social work, counseling, or marriage and family therapy.
• Completion and proof of a Master’s level practicum is preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
Join Our Team:
Ohio Mentor encourages individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of individuals and families to apply. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
