[Hiring] Clinical Practicum Intern @Charlie Health Clinical

Role Description

Charlie Health is seeking passionate and driven second/final-year master’s students in mental health programs (such as Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related fields) to join our dynamic virtual care team for their clinical practicum or internship experience.

As a clinical practicum student at Charlie Health, you’ll gain direct experience working with high-acuity clients in a virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) setting. Under the close supervision of one of our experienced therapists, you’ll develop your clinical skills through a variety of client interactions and treatment modalities. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work across:

• Group treatment sessions
• Individual therapy sessions
• Family therapy sessions
• Crisis intervention
• Clinical research
• Clinical curriculum

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to evidence-based practices used in treating high-acuity teens and adults
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team of primary therapists, group facilitators, and care coordinators
• Training and mentorship from experienced clinicians in the field
• Skills in virtual care delivery, documentation, and client engagement

Responsibilities

• Participate in group, individual, and family sessions under the supervision of an experienced clinician
• Observe and co-facilitate therapeutic interventions using evidence-based modalities
• Attend clinical supervision meetings and engage in reflective practice to support growth and development
• Collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary care team to ensure high-quality, coordinated care
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all ethical and professional standards
• Engage in ongoing learning and training opportunities related to trauma-informed care, telehealth best practices, and working with high-acuity populations

Requirements

• Enrollment in a master’s-level program in Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related discipline
• Students should be in the second year of their master’s program by the time the practicum or internship begins, meeting eligibility requirements to start clinical hours
• Prior clinical experience (internship, practicum, part-time or full-time)
• Interest in working with high-acuity populations and providing trauma-informed care
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Example Master's Programs

• Master of Science (M.S.) in Mental Health Counseling
• Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) with a concentration in Mental Health
• Master of Science (M.S.) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• Master of Arts (M.A.) in Marriage and Family Therapy
• Other Masters Degree programs that allow pursuit of a Social Work, Marriage & Family, or Counseling license

Our Values

• Connection: Care deeply & inspire hope
• Congruence: Stay curious & heed the evidence
• Commitment: Act with urgency & don’t give up