About the role#
Stanford Sierra Youth & Families is looking for a Clinical Student Intern to join our team in Woodland. This is an unpaid, part-time position that offers hands-on experience in mental health services for at-risk children, youth, and families. You will work directly with clients in various settings, including homes, schools, and our offices.
What you'll do#
- Provide mental health services that are strength-based and culturally competent.
- Conduct intake meetings and develop treatment plans for assigned families.
- Deliver Intensive Home Based Services and individual rehabilitation.
- Offer collateral support to caregivers and significant support persons.
- Manage Intensive Care Coordination and case management tasks.
- Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings, including those involving schools, courts, and psychiatric providers.
- Facilitate rehabilitative or skill-building groups.
- Prepare and update individualized safety plans.
- Document all services, including Medi-Cal eligible activities, within required timelines.
- Participate in the on-call rotation and attend regular clinical supervision.
- Arrange safe transportation for youth and families when necessary.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Master’s level degree program for Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Clinical Counseling.
- Enrollment in a corresponding practicum or internship course.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and maintain positive relationships with consumers.
- Spanish speaking skills are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Woodland, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
About Stanford Sierra Youth & Families
Stanford Sierra Youth and Families is a nonprofit organization based in Sacramento. Founded in 1900, the agency provides behavioral health, foster care, and adoption services. It employs approximately 189 people to support youth and families through juvenile justice intervention and family advocacy. The organization focuses on creating permanent connections for young people within their communities.
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