Practicum Student

Job Details: Job Location: Dallas - Residential - Dallas, TX, Salary Range: Undisclosed,
Participate in supervised practicum activities aligned with the student’s academic program and learning objectives.
Observe and support individual, group, and community-based behavioral health services as appropriate to placement level and program needs.
Assist with client engagement, recovery support, psychoeducation, case coordination, and documentation under supervision.
Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical standards at all times.
Attend supervision, team meetings, trainings, and program orientation activities as assigned.
Follow agency policies, safety procedures, documentation expectations, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications: Learning Opportunities

Exposure to nonprofit behavioral health operations and multidisciplinary care teams.
Experience with substance use disorder treatment, mental health recovery supports, crisis response, outreach, residential or outpatient services, and related program areas.
Development of professional skills in client-centered communication, documentation, ethical practice, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented service delivery.
Opportunities to connect classroom learning with real-world service delivery in a supportive supervision environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Current enrollment in an accredited academic program requiring practicum, internship, field placement, clinical observation, or service-learning hours in behavioral health.
Interest in serving individuals affected by substance use disorder, mental health challenges, homelessness, justice involvement, or related barriers.
Strong communication, professionalism, dependability, and willingness to learn.
Ability to pass required background checks, screenings, trainings, and onboarding requirements.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills are helpful but not required.