IHBS Clinical Internship (BA Level)

Are you looking for a meaningful internship that helps children and their families?
 
Do you want to learn more about how to use your clinical degree and skills towards social justice in daily life?
 
If you answered yes, then JRI is looking for you!
 

Who we are looking for:

Are you the In-Home Behavioral Therapy CLINICAL INTERN we have been looking for? In this position you will be able to convey your passion for helping others by supporting our clients to achieve their goals! JRI’s In-Home Behavioral Services program is a home-based service committed to assisting youth in identifying and reducing challenging behaviors. Our staff and interns work closely with the child and their family to create and implement individualized behavior plans to improve the child’s functioning. Our treatment approach is rooted in behavioral fundamentals and individualized to meet the unique needs of each child and family.

JRI provides the training so that:

• YOU will work with a team to provide trauma-informed, care to youth who present with difficult and challenging behaviors
• YOU will utilize home/community based behavioral interventions to empower caregivers to manage youth’s challenging behaviors and promote positive alternatives for success.
• YOU will collaborate with Behavioral Monitors to coach and model interventions, developed from a positive behavioral perspective through a trauma informed lens.
• YOU will gain numerous skills and competencies in Behavioral Services to bring strength to your existing skills. 

Why JRI?
 

• Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact.
• You will positively make a difference in the lives of children and families.
• You will have access to career opportunities post internship within a large non profit organization that provides opportunities for professional growth and advancement. JRI was voted in the top 100 places to work in Massachusetts by the independent Boston Globe study, for 10 YEARS in a row including this year, as well as recognized as a USA Top Places to Work!
• BCBA Supervision and training!
• You will have access to opportunities for ongoing training, professional development and opportunities for CEUs.
• Supervision from licensed and experienced staff to provide necessary hours and clinical growth towards degree completion.

Requirements:

• Must be working towards a Bachelor's degree in mental health counseling, social work, or related field. 2nd year students preferred. 
• Candidates must have excellent oral and written communication skills, comfort with technology and learning various electronic systems.
• Must have daily access to reliable, insured vehicle and active Driver’s License.
• Background and driving record checks will be performed.

Please understand that not all JRI internship postings are always available, as spots fill up. However, we keep our opportunities posted consistently as a goal towards transparency. This allows all interested individuals equal access to our opportunities and a greater understanding of the agency’s internship roles as a whole.

At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.