What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Intern (MA Counseling) - Older Adults position at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery?
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Description
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a Master's in Counseling or Psychology Student Intern to join our Older Adult Team and provide specialized mental health services to clients aged 55 and older. Interns will engage in a variety of roles, including providing individual, group, and couples therapy, participating in professional development opportunities, and attending team meetings. This internship offers hands-on experience in outpatient counseling as well as services delivered at nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Interns will receive weekly individual supervision, training in cognitive screening techniques, and skills in therapy, crisis management, and modalities tailored to older adults. If you are passionate about serving older adults in a supportive learning environment, we encourage you to apply.
Accepting applications for Master’s-level Student Interns for May 2025 and after start dates. The internship can range from 9 months to 1 year, with flexibility to accommodate individual needs.
Schedule. The internship requires a commitment of 16-20 hours per week during Weekdays, Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM and allows a hybrid schedule working partially remotely.
About you.
- Master's Level Student working towards a degree in Counseling or Psychology. 2nd year students preferred.
- Our ideal candidate for this position would be energetic and passionate about working with older adults and learning innovative treatment approaches for older adults in an outpatient and outreach model.
Why you will enjoy interning at AMHR.
- Aurora Mental Health and Recovery is a large and diverse community mental health organization that serves clientele across the lifespan. Interns at our site have the opportunity to collaborate with other professionals across the agency and receive ongoing support and training.
Qualifications
Required Vaccination and TB Test.
At AMHR the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work. Proof of both the flu shot and negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.
Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.
Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.
Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.
Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.
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