Clinical Intern/Trainee - Bachelors Level - San Diego Youth Services

Bachelors Level Clinical Intern/Trainee Job Description

Starting Wage: Volunteer   Hours: 16-20 hours per week*

Specific Responsibilities: Accountable to Program Manager. Will provide trauma-informed care coordination, case management and ILS-related services, including completion of needs assessments and stabilization plans, crisis intervention, advocacy, referrals, recreational opportunities, group services, and administrative duties as assigned in coordination with university curriculum outlined in practicum learning agreement. Responsible for producing and maintaining timely program-specific documentation and internship assignments within deadlines. Responsible for scheduling and planning for individual supervision. Responsible for completing and maintaining up-to-date timesheets and monthly reports. *Position requires an average of 16-20 hours per week but may require more at times. May work with other programs in the agency to complete hours during practicum.

Duties:
1. Develop, implement, and evaluate a trauma-informed, integrated treatment approach with our youth and families that adheres to and upholds the rigorous standards of San Diego Youth Services as mandated by its mission, purpose, guiding principles and standards of quality.
2. Maintain confidentiality and privacy standards of service partner protected health information in accordance with agency policies and procedures and applicable regulations and laws, including HIPAA.
3. Complete documentation in electronic health Record as appropriate for development as potential future staffing.
4. Participate in agency orientation and continuing training requirements, treatment team and staff meetings.
5. Maintain professional demeanor and boundaries with service partners, families, staff, and community partners.

Clinical Intern/Trainee Specific Duties Also Include:

• Establish rapport with youth and families from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Promote youth safety through supportive supervision in the facility and the community.
• Develop and practice basic and advanced skills training and psychoeducation with support.
• Follow through with risk assessments, safety planning, and mandated reporting with support.
• Develop and practice basic intervention skills with children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups with supervision and training.
• Conduct outreach to the community to enroll youth and families in appropriate services.
• Assist Service Partners/families with accessing available community resources as needed.
• Maintain clear, effective, and open communication with staff and supervisor.
• Participate in maintaining the daily cleanliness and order of the program facility.
• Develop and maintain a plan to address intrapersonal and interpersonal issues, particularly those concerning legal and ethical standards of the agency and the specific profession.
 

Qualifications: Working toward Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field and eligible for internship or practicum. Must be able to seek consultation and supervision while working both autonomously and in multidisciplinary teams. Effective communication and leadership required. Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity. Must be willing to develop or possess working knowledge of trauma-informed care. Bilingual preferred. Must have a valid California driver’s license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle. Must be willing to use personal vehicle to drive to assignments or with agency vehicle if permitted by University. Friendly demeanor and positive attitude are a necessity. Internship offer is contingent on clearances which include fingerprinting, background checks, driving record and drug testing.