Graduate level Internship

Summary

Launch your career in addiction treatment with a rewarding Graduate Level Internship at Caron Treatment Centers! Gain valuable clinical experience working alongside industry professionals in a leading inpatient residential treatment facility. This program offers a unique blend of observation, discussion, and participation in clinical activities under the supervision of a dedicated treatment team. Contribute to the recovery journey of clients while developing your skills and knowledge in a supportive learning environment. If you’re a passionate graduate student pursuing a career in counseling, social work, or a related field with a focus on addiction, this internship is the perfect platform to bridge theory with real-world practice.

Responsibilities

• Observe and participate in individual and group therapy sessions under the supervision of licensed clinicians.
• Contribute to client care activities as directed by the treatment team (may include assisting with assessments, treatment planning, and documentation).
• Attend treatment team meetings and case discussions to gain a deeper understanding of the treatment process.
• Participate in educational workshops and training sessions to enhance your clinical skills (potential).

Benefits

• Gain invaluable hands-on experience in a leading addiction treatment facility.
• Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world clinical practice under close supervision.
• Develop and enhance your counseling, assessment, and communication skills.
• Network with industry leaders and potential future employers at Caron Treatment Centers.
• Weekly individual supervision to support your learning and professional development.

Prerequisites

• Only applicants currently enrolled in an accredited educational institution will be considered.
• Students selected for the internship must submit the following documents before their start date:
  • Affiliation Agreement between “Richard J. Caron Foundation” and your learning institution.
  • PA State Police clearance.
  • Department of Public Welfare ChildLine clearance.
  • FBI Fingerprint-based Criminal History Background clearance.
  • Proof of negative TB test.
  • Proof of Professional Liability Insurance.
  • UDS (urine drug screen) to be scheduled by Caron.
  • If your learning institution provides a General Liability Policy, “Richard J. Caron Foundation” must be listed as an additional insured.
• Attend a mandatory Internship Orientation to learn about:
  • Caron’s learning goals and limitations for interns.
  • Caron policies (reviewed by the Internship Program Coordinator).
  • Mandatory trainings and any additional training opportunities.
• All interns are bound by Caron Treatment Centers’ Policies and Standards, including:
  • Statement of Organizational Ethics and Code of Conduct Policy.
  • Confidentiality of Patient Identifying Information Policy (signed by interns).

Location

The Graduate Level Internship will be located at the Caron Treatment Center facility in Wernersville, Pennsylvania.

Additional Information

• Internship hours are available year-round.
• Internship placements are offered with both adult and teen populations. Specific population requests may be considered but are not guaranteed.
• Caron does not allow interns to manage their own caseload of patients.
• Weekly individual supervision is provided.

Deadline: Unspecified

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