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Clarity Clinic · 6 months ago

Outpatient Therapy - Intern

Chicago, Illinois

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Clarity Clinic is offering a Master's internship program that provides opportunities for clinical training in an outpatient therapy setting. Interns will gain practical experience by providing evidence-based therapy sessions, conducting assessments, and collaborating with licensed therapists to support clients' mental health needs.

Mental Health Care

Responsibilities

Learn the operational process, metrics and clinical standards of an Outpatient Group practice setting

Gain an understanding of case conceptualization, the intake process, and utilize evidence-based treatment modalities to an array of populations and acuity levels

Provide evidence-based therapy sessions to a variety of populations from children/adolescents to adults, offering exceptional client care

Provide counseling services to clients under the supervision of a licensed clinical therapist

Conduct assessments to understand clients' mental health needs and develop treatment plans

Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions, addressing clients' emotional and behavioral concerns, via Clarity’s psychological services, including PHP and IOP

Assist in developing and implementing treatment plans tailored to individual client needs

Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including progress notes and treatment summaries

Offer emotional support and guidance to clients in navigating their mental health challenges

Collaborate with other mental health professionals and staff for comprehensive client care

Participate in supervision sessions and training to enhance therapeutic skills

Participate in required didactics and training

Assist in crisis intervention and provide support during emergency situations

Support Patient Care Coordinators (PCC)

Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards in the practice of counseling

Qualification

Clinical interviewing skillsDiagnosticsCultural sensitivityCommunication skillsEmpathyProfessional boundariesProblem-solvingCollaboration

Required

Currently pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field

Willingness to work under the supervision of a licensed clinical therapist

Demonstrated ability to empathize with clients and show compassion in therapeutic interactions

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective client interaction and documentation

Cultural sensitivity and competence in working with clients from diverse backgrounds

Understanding and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries with clients

Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for holistic client care

Ability to assess situations and apply problem-solving skills in the therapeutic context

Preferred

Specialties such as addictions, couples, EMDR certification, and spiritually based therapists are also valued

Company

Clarity Clinic

Clarity Clinic offers leading in-person and virtual psychiatry (medication management), therapy, PHP & IOP, TMS for depression, and psychological testing services with locations throughout the Chicagoland area: Chicago Loop, River North, Lakeview Broadway & Belmont, Arlington Heights, Evanston, and Mokena.

Founded in 2015