Chicago Ave IRTS - paid mental health internship

Job Details: Job Location: CHICAGO AVE IRTS - MINNEAPOLIS, MN, Position Type: Internship - Paid, Salary Range: $20.00Hourly, Chicago Ave IRTS - Paid Mental Health Internship

People Incorporated Mental Health Services is seeking a student in a behavioral health degree program to join our team at the Chicago Ave Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS) program.  Our IRTS facilities integrate mental health, medical, and substance use care in a 23-hour, supervised setting.  A step below hospitalization in our community-based system of care, these services help adults who need a high level of treatment and assistance in a structured setting. 

Schedule: 20 hours per week, Monday-Friday during regular business hours

Location(s): 3633 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, 55407

Hiring Range: $20.00 per hour

People Incorporated Mental Health Services is the largest nonprofit mental health provider in Minnesota. For over 50 years, we have been a leading community partner, transforming the health of our communities through innovative solutions.

Learning Objectives: 

Develop foundational skills in providing trauma-informed, person-centered support to individuals experiencing acute mental health symptoms
Increase clinical knowledge through observation and practice
Learn about interdisciplinary collaboration by working with a diverse team of professionals

Main Job Duties: 

Observe and assist with professional and counselor tasks suchs as assessments, treatment planning, and crisis intervention.
Connect clients with community resources
Participate in team meetings, including weekly Clinical Review
Ensure that all assigned daily tasks are completed in a timely manner.
Attendance according to schedule as assigned.

Qualifications: Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED
Currently attending or recently graduated from a bachelor’s program in social work, psychology, counselling, or addiction studies.

Preferred Qualifications:

Completion of foundational coursework in abnormal psychology, counseling skills, human behavior, social work practice, crisis intervention, or a related subject.
Previous volunteer work, or practicum experience in human services or behavioral health is preferred but not required.

Benefits:

Accrue up to 48 hours of Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) in accordance with state and local requirements

People Incorporated is committed to providing salary ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on your experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity considerations. 

People Incorporated is also committed to improving the wellness of our clients, staff, and the communities that we serve by providing a tobacco-free environment.

People Incorporated does not sponsor employment visas or immigration benefits. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

People Incorporated is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status regarding public assistance, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.  People Incorporated values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages all qualified individuals to apply.