Axis Community Health ยท 2 days ago
MENTAL HEALTH INTERN
Pleasanton, CA 94566
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$33/hr - $33/hrAxis Community Health, a nonprofit established in 1972, provides comprehensive healthcare services to over 15,000 individuals across all age groups in the Tri-Valley area. The role of a Mental Health Intern is to assist licensed professionals in providing care and support to individuals with mental health challenges while gaining practical experience and completing academic requirements.
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Responsibilities
Provide mental health counseling in a school setting and/or in our Axis Mental Health Counseling Clinic. May provide several types of counseling services to potentially include individual, group, family, couples, etc
Will counsel individual from various cultural, ethnic, financial backgrounds, and will have the opportunity to work with children/teen, adults, and older adults
Collaborate and consult with Axis licensed clinicians, medical doctors, case managers and other staff, as necessary
Comply with the terms outlined in the Axis Intern Agreement and all related policies
Collaborate care with the contacts at the schools and with parents as necessary/directed
Complete necessary documentation, using an electronic health records system. Ensure charting and documentation is consistent with related laws, regulations, and Axis standards. Documentation includes appropriate Medi-Cal billing and is also overseen by the supervisor
Participates in peer review of clients' charts as directed
This position may last through the school year, with the potential to stay on during the summer, although as approved by supervisor, and at decreased hours
Mandatory, weekly participation in one hour of individual supervision, two hours of group supervision, one hour of intern training seminar, and one-hour weekly team meeting with the Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) staff
Monitor client progress and document case notes accurately
Provide crisis intervention support when needed
Research and recommend community resources or support programs for clients
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in mental health practice
Drive to other sites and locations as needed to perform job duties or support organizational operations
Participate in staff meetings, and attend other meetings and training events as assigned
May be required to perform other related duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must hold a master's degree in Psychology, Social Work or a related field
Must be a registered intern with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, the Board of Psychology, or currently enrolled in a Master's or Doctorate degree program working as a trainee or practicum student
Must maintain a current registration or school enrollment in good standing and must notify supervisor of any disciplinary action, including suspension or probation
Must possess a valid and current driver's license with reliable transportation, a clean driving record and automobile insurance is required with the ability to travel between sites as needed
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative treatment team
Empathy, professionalism, and a passion for mental health care
Familiarity with mental health concepts, interventions, and ethical guidelines
Strong analytical, employee relations, and interpersonal skills
Excellent writing, business communication, editing, and proofreading skills
Ability to interact effectively and in a supportive manner with persons of all backgrounds
Proactive, self-motivated and able to work independently as well as on a team with the ability to exercise sound independent judgment
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and a professional demeanor and must positively represent the organization at all times
Ability to establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships
Must be able to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate
Must be able to be at work regularly and on time
Must be a dynamic self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently or in a group setting
A can-do attitude and attention to detail, with the ability to organize
Ability to type a minimum of 35 WPM with minimal errors
Must have good computer skills using Microsoft Office and the ability to use Axis departmental systems
Must be able to use office equipment (i.e., copier, fax, etc.)
Preferred
Experience working in a school or clinic setting is a plus
Experience or training in cultural sensitivity and working with clients from a variety of diverse backgrounds
Benefits
Employer paid health, dental, and vision benefits to the employee.
Option to participate in a 403(B) retirement plan with employer matching contribution.
Partial educational reimbursement.
12 paid holidays.
Accrued paid time off with each pay period.
Employee discount programs.
Colleague Referral Bonus Program.
Company
Axis Community Health
Axis Community Health provides public health care services.
Founded in 1972
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Exact Sciences
2023-12-07Grant
Leadership Team
Liz Perez-Howe
Chief Executive Officer
Heriberto Revuelta
Chief Operating Officer
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