Manchester, CT, US,
06040
Intern
21 July 2024Job details
Description
INTERNSHIP TYPE: Internship - Master's Level
HOURS/SCHEDULE: 10-20 hours/week, Monday-Friday 9AM-12PM & Saturday/Sunday 9AM-12AM, flexible hours
PROGRAM/LOCATION: EMPS, Manchester CT
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: EMERGENCY MOBILE PSYCHIATRIC SERVICE
24/7day a week crisis telephone triage & support, mobile crisis assessment and intervention in the school, home, court and other community settings. EMPS supports children & families in times of emotional, behavioral, and situational stress. EMPS focuses on prevention and early intervention, stabilization and diversion from hospitalization.
AGENCY OVERVIEW:
Community Health Resources is the most comprehensive, non-profit behavioral healthcare provider in Connecticut, offering a wide range of personalized services for children, families and adults whose lives have been touched by mental illness, addiction or trauma.
MISSION:
Our mission is to help adults, children and families find real hope for the challenges of real life through an array of community based mental health, substance use, child welfare, supportive housing, foster care, prevention and wellness services, and integrated care. Our name embodies our commitment to community based care, instilling hope for a healthy, happy and productive future, and utilizing all available resources to achieve change. CHR is proud to provide services that achieve real quality with real results.
PROGRAM OUTLINE:
By participating as a Master’s Level Intern with CHR, you can expect to gain firsthand experience and training related to psychiatric & substance abuse diagnostic evaluation and treatment as well as other services, including assessment, consultation, individual, couples, group, family treatment and medication evaluation and monitoring.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Must be enrolled in a master’s degree program in mental health field.
Experience: Demonstrated experience in mental health treatment preferred but not required.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver’s license
WHY INTERN AT CHR?
- With over 80 programs statewide, CHR presents plenty of opportunity to establish and grow your career in behavioral health, pre and/or post-graduation!
- Work in collaboration with our experienced and dedicated staff
- Make a difference in our community
- Earn school credit
- Flexible hours
- And much more…!
CHR is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects differences and honors the experience of our diverse staff. We encourage women, members of ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with (dis)abilities, and veterans to apply.