MSW Clinical Internship: Brief In-Home Stabilization Therapy
Minneapolis, MN
Clinical Internships – Fall Internships /
Intern /
On-site
Washburn Center's Master’s level Interns gain professional development and a solid foundation of clinical knowledge as they build careers in mental health therapy. Our unique program offers collaborative and direct field placements to graduate students exploring careers in children’s community mental health.
Use your internship to actively improve the lives of MN kids
Regardless of where Interns are placed, each student will get first-hand experience working with children accessing mental health services, and will support families alongside both peers and independently licensed Therapists and Case Managers.
Our field placements offer hands-on training in individual, family and/or group therapy, as well as case management, and Interns will focus in on center-based, home-based or school-based therapy. While most placements stem out of Washburn Center’s Minneapolis office, majority of interns will spend much of their time in the community.
Gain knowledge you'll use for the rest of your career
In addition to case consultations and in-service workshops, learning opportunities for master’s level internships include: diagnostic assessments, case management, development of treatment plans, progress notes and discharge summaries. Internships are typically a nine month experience from Aug/Sept to May.
Pathways Fellowship for BIPOC Interns:
Washburn Center for Children’s Pathways Fellowship aims to support people of color pursuing a career in the mental health field by reducing social, economic and racial barriers. Pathways builds upon Washburn Center’s clinical internship program and its long-time commitment to training professionals in children’s mental health. This fellowship supports the pathway to independent licensure for interns pursuing their Masters degree in Social Work, Professional Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy and Psychology.
Fellows receive:
• mentoring with an experienced clinician of color
• a cohort experience to build comradery and support with other Pathways Fellows (twice monthly, 90 minute meetings)
• a fellowship grant in the amount of $7500 to assist with expenses while pursuing graduate education or licensure
BIPOC Interns who are hired as interns for the 2024/2025 co-hort can apply for a Pathways Fellowship during the Pathways Interview Process in Summer 2024.
COVID Vaccine Policy
As part of Washburn Center for Children’s COVID-19 Preparedness Plan and to comply with federal, state, and local government regulations, Washburn requires COVID-19 vaccinations, including boosters, for:
- All employees
- All interns/trainees/fellows
Exemptions for medical or religious reasons may be requested. Exemptions will be considered for medical reasons and due to religious beliefs. Please notify the HR team if you would like to request an exemption
The Brief In-Home Stabilization Program provides intensive in-home therapy , skills building and parent support designed to increase stability and help at-risk children with severe emotional and behavioral difficulties avoid hospitalization or out-of-home placement. This is an in-home brief solution focused therapy program where interns will learn about assessment, brief therapy and referral resources.
As an Master's Level Intern, your learning opportunities and responsibilities include:
Clinical Treatment - The Intern will educate, support, and empower families to self-advocate and navigate various systems with more confidence and skill, as well as provide specialized direct services to children and their families in their homes, schools, and communities. The follow are included:
* Conduct diagnostics assessments
* Develop and implement treatment plans, safety plans, and goal setting based on the diagnosis and needs of the family
* Provide individual and family therapy designed to improve the child’s functioning across settings. Some solutions the intern and clinicians may provide could include the following:
* Provide individual and family therapy designed to improve the functioning of the child in daily and community living
* Provide parent education and support
* Care coordination of social and other services designed to help the child and family gain access to all service providers and interdisciplinary services and to make further referrals as needed, including but not limited to the areas of volunteer services, advocacy, transportation, and legal services
* Provide consultation with school, recreation, and other community programs to encourage the child’s successful participation
* Provide therapy and teach families and others within the treatment team about trauma informed practices confidently
* Create a discharge plan
Documentation – Interns will learn how to develop and maintain documentation as specified in our Clinical Policy Manual, including:
* Diagnostic assessments
* Treatment plans for each client
* Session progress notes
All interns and clinicians are to ensure Minnesota and HIPAA data privacy requirements are followed.
Supervision and Professional Development - Interns are expected to:
* Attend weekly supervision and case consultation, present case information, and create and identify questions for consultation and supervision
* Provide and receive support from other team members
* Attend team meetings held on Thursdays from 9:00am – 11:00am. The program also has consultation the on the 1st or 2nd Tuesday of the month from 8:30am – 10:30am.
Clinical Counseling Internship Requirements
- Must be enrolled in Master's program of Social Work
- Must be earning academic credit for an internship placement
- Applicants should be flexible, resourceful, and demonstrate knowledge of cultural diversity and the role of culture in the therapeutic process
- Curiosity about family systems, as well as an openness to learning different therapeutic approaches is critical in this role
- Must be available at least two nights a week for home visits as late as 7:00 PM
- Must have vehicle in operating condition, a valid driver’s license, and car insurance
QUESTIONS?
Don't hesitate to reach out to us with questions! E-mail internships@washburn.org.
COVID Vaccine Policy
As part of Washburn Center for Children’s COVID-19 Preparedness Plan and to comply with federal, state, and local government regulations, Washburn requires COVID-19 vaccinations, including boosters, for:
- All employees
- All interns/trainees/fellows
Exemptions for medical or religious reasons may be requested. Exemptions will be considered for medical reasons and due to religious beliefs. Please notify the HR team if you would like to request an exemption
