About the role#
This internship provides experience in the delivery of mental health services through the MYPAC program. You will work directly with clients to support their behavioral health needs. This role is unpaid and intended for academic credit.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the delivery of individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
- Gain experience with clinical interventions tailored to specific client needs.
- Participate in the assessment and planning process.
- Complete case documentation.
- Attend a 40-hour orientation and training session at the start of the term.
- Integrate into the clinical team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a master's degree program for Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, Marriage and Family Counseling, or a related field.
- Good academic standing at an accredited institution.
- A minimum commitment of 100 hours.
- Ability to complete goals outlined by your university and site supervisor.
- You must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driver's license.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Olive Branch, Mississippi.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
About Canopy Children's Solutions
Canopy Children's Solutions provides behavioral health, educational, and family support services. Founded in 1912, the organization operates across all 82 counties in Mississippi. It serves children and families through programs including therapeutic foster care, outpatient therapy, and psychiatric residential treatment. The nonprofit is based in Jackson and employs over 300 staff members.
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