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Internship Opportunity: Counseling Trainee (Volunteer Position)
Organization: Family Service Agency of the Central Coast (FSA)
Location: Hybrid (In-person & Telehealth)
Start Dates: July or September 2025
Commitment: Minimum 12 hours per week
Are you a graduate student enrolled in a counseling practicum looking for hands-on experience in a supportive environment? Family Service Agency of the Central Coast (FSA) is inviting up to 8 Volunteer Trainees to join our counseling program.
About the Internship:
This is a volunteer internship designed for trainees to gain experience, build a caseload, and earn credit hours while providing counseling services to individuals, couples, and families. Services are provided both in-person and through a Telehealth platform. Trainees will receive supervision, training, and support from experienced clinicians.
Requirements:
- Must be currently enrolled in a counseling practicum course.
- Commitment of at least 3 shifts per week (12 hours total), with one in-person shift at the office (Watsonville or Salinas) and one late afternoon, Saturday, or Sunday shift.
- Attendance at weekly group supervision (Tuesdays, 8-10 AM, in person Santa Cruz downtown).
- Participation in one hour of individual supervision per week (in person or via Zoom).
- Completion of mandatory Electronic Health Records (EHR) training before starting.
Mandatory EHR Training Dates:
- For July Start: June 14 & June 28, 10 AM - 1 PM
- For September Start: August 16 & August 23, 10 AM - 1 PM
Additional Training & Support:
- Weekly focused training sessions on Tuesdays, 10:15 - 11:45 AM.
- Supervision and mentorship by experienced clinicians.
- Hands-on experience with ICANotes, a Mental Health EHR platform.
- Opportunities to build a caseload in a nonprofit setting that serves low-income clients.
How to Apply:
- Submit your letter of interest and resume.
- Selected candidates will be invited for an interview and online background check.
- Upon acceptance, trainees will sign an agreement outlining the terms of participation.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of individuals and families while gaining invaluable clinical experience!
For more information or to apply, please contact Barbara J. Kelley, LMFT at kelley.b@fsa-cc.org.
We look forward to supporting your professional growth while serving our community!
Job Type: Internship
Pay: Up to $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Salinas, CA 93901
Salary : $25