Child Mind Institute · 1 day ago
Lead Intern, Summer Program
New York, NY
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerChild Mind Institute is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders. They are seeking interns for their Summer Program, which focuses on children with ADHD and related challenges, where interns will learn and apply behavior management strategies while supporting children's participation in activities.
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Responsibilities
Learn and use positive behavior management strategies
Help implement individualized behavior plans, learning how to tailor strategies to each client’s needs
Help facilitate recreational activities, games, and sports skills training, providing support to clients during these sessions
Help complete daily progress reports (report cards) to update parents on client development
Help manage behavioral data, learning how to align data with treatment goals
Review daily treatment records with guidance to better understand treatment outcomes and areas for improvement
Work with parents, under the guidance of lead staff, to help coordinate care
Receive daily guidance by lead clinical staff
Qualification
Required
Participated in the Child Mind Institute's Summer Program previously. Prior experience in the Child Mind Institute's Summer Program is required. This position is for returning counselors who would like to join us for another summer
Current undergraduate or graduate-level study in clinical psychology, school psychology, mental health counseling, social work, education/special education, or related field of study, or experience in related programs
Research, clinical, leadership, or field experience working or volunteering with children or adolescents
Prior experience leading one or more groups/programs including but not limited to; summer camps, after-school, sports, daycare, or educational programs; experience in organized sports or art programs preferred
Ability to commit to all dates of the program's duration
Counselors are required to attend each day of the program and all trainings, in-person
Preferred
Experience in organized sports or art programs preferred
Company
Child Mind Institute
The Child Mind Institute is an independent national nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders.
Founded in 2009
201-500 employees
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