Clinical Intern at Solvista Health

Salida, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Diagnostic Assessments, Treatment Planning, Clinical Documentation, Microsoft Office Suite, Interpersonal Skills, Cultural Sensitivity, Patient Advocacy, Case Management, Professional Ethics, Clinical Supervision

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description General Purpose The Clinical Intern participates in a learning process of conducting individual and group therapy with a focus on completing diagnostic assessments and treatment plans, therapeutic sessions and education to treat mental illness. To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Observes individual and group therapy, co-facilitation of family therapy sessions, and the multi-disciplinary treatment team. Participates in processes of required documentation. Documents all patient contacts and other important clinical information Obtain clinical supervisor’s approvals and signatures for all clinical paperwork. Receives and participates in clinical supervision according to licensure board requirements. Monitors own schedule and maintains all corresponding notes and paperwork. Participates in job-related training sessions and seminars. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Job Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to use computer and standard business software. Knowledge of the effects of medical/psychiatric illnesses, procedures and treatments. Ability to maintain confidentiality, understand, and comply with professional ethics and standards. Knowledge of community agencies/resources. Ability to advocate/negotiate systems for/with patients. Excellent interpersonal skills including negotiation skills necessary to work within a team. Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated competency in age specific behaviors. Ability to work in a busy, high-stress environment. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records. Ability to interpret rules and regulations, and read and understand client records. Ability to work tactfully and effectively with all constituents. Ability to prepare clear and concise reports using correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Ability to maintain objectivity and confidentiality. Education or Formal Training: Enrolled in Master’s program in related field. Experience This is an unpaid internship program; intern is volunteering time in order to gain experience and to receive the benefits of supervision toward education/licensure. Number of clinical hours will vary depending on the requirements of each program and the clinical needs of agency. Working Conditions and Other Conditions of Employment Working Environment: This job operates in a fast-paced, professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers. The position may require travel to conferences, meetings and branch locations on a regular or intermittent basis. Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. In the health center environment, there is potential for contact with blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases, as well as potential for contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals. There could be interaction with persons who are mentally ill, disabled, elderly and emotionally upset. Physical Activities: These are representative of those which must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is a largely sedentary role but can involve standing or sitting for extended periods of time, bending at the waist, and using hands and fingers to handle and file papers or operate assigned equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Employee may also have to lift 10 to 25 lbs. unassisted. Conditions of Employment: Annual TB, federally required drug screening, and Influenza vaccination or compliance with policy and procedure. Required possession of a valid state driver's license. Successful candidate must submit to and pass, post-offer drug screen. Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Responsibilities

The Clinical Intern conducts individual and group therapy sessions while completing diagnostic assessments and treatment plans. They are responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation and participating in multi-disciplinary treatment teams under supervision.