Flexible Support Services Master's Level Internship

Justice Resource Institute

Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Driver's License, Electronic Medical Records, Identify Issues, Nonprofit, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Social Work, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
POSTED
30+ days ago

Do you want to join a passionate team helping youth working with DMH to meet their goal?

Do you want to achieve professional growth and success working along side strong colleagues that share your passion in your internship?

Who we are looking for:

Are you the Clinical intern we have been looking for? In this position you will be able to convey your passion for helping others by working with our youth! JRI's Flexible Support Services program aims to help youth and families by allowing for their voice to be heard, empowering them through psychoeducation and education related to systems, enhancing relationships and family dynamics, advocacy, validation, and breaking negative stereotypes. Serving children and young adults through age 22 who present with mental health diagnoses, our staff support clients in improving their functioning within the home and community to avoid potential hospitalizations.

During Your Internship You Will:
  • Learn how to use new clinical interventions to support youth and families. 
  • Explore your clinical knowledge through use of evidence-based modalities.
  • Strengthen your documentation skills and use of electronic medical records. 
  • Be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team supporting youth and families. 

Why JRI?

  • Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact.
  • You will positively make a difference in the lives of children and families.
  • You will have access to career opportunities post internship within a large non profit organization that provides opportunities for professional growth and advancement. JRI was voted in the top 100 places to work in Massachusetts by the independent Boston Globe study, for 10 YEARS in a row including this year, as well as recognized as a USA Top Places to Work!
  • You will have access to opportunities for ongoing training, professional development and opportunities for CEUs.
  • Supervision from licensed and experienced staff to provide necessary hours and clinical growth towards degree completion. 

Requirements:

  • Minimum working towards a Master’s degree or above in the social work or counseling field.
  • Clinical interest in working with children/adolescents is required and familiarity with trauma informed models of treatment preferred. 
  • Good written and oral communication skills are necessary.
  • Background and driving record checks will be performed.

Please understand that not all JRI internship postings are always available, as spots fill up. However, we keep our opportunities posted consistently as a goal towards transparency. This allows all interested individuals equal access to our opportunities and a greater understanding of the agency’s internship roles as a whole.

At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.

About the Company

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Justice Resource Institute

JRI is a leader in social justice, with over 100 diverse programs meeting the needs of underserved individuals, families and communities. We are committed to excellence, delivering targeted services that support the dignity of each person. JRI has initiated programs and developed models that have set trends and shaped systems. JRI does not grow through serially developing similar programs; instead, we operate a few exemplary programs of each model. Our work has compelled the development of more improved, more effective, easily workable, and solidly replicable models. In addition, we have increased the diversity and stability of our agency through merger, acquisition and partnerships that further our community goals and strengthen our services. JRI employs over 2,600 employees who are recognized for their outstanding professional skills, compassion and leadership. JRI recognizes that knowledgeable, well-skilled staff are essential to the high-quality programs and ensuring effective client outcomes. JRI values staff as a critical resource through compensation packages and career development that includes new benefit offerings, ongoing growth opportunities, leadership development, and training access.

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
FOUNDED
1973
WEBSITE
http://jri.org/