Mental Health Intern

Medical & Health

Overview

Gain experience in mental health screening and client support

You have:

• Must be currently enrolled in a graduate/undergraduate program, or have graduated less than 6 months ago
• Background or interest in health promotion, social work, or related field
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Demonstrated communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Computer skill in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Valid UT Driver’s License, access to a vehicle, willingness to drive clients

Job Description

SCOPE OF MENTAL HEALTH INTERN WORK:

IRC-SLC Health Programs promote physical and psychosocial wellbeing by ensuring access to healthcare services and providing culturally appropriate, strength-based, educational programming.

The Refugee Mental Health internship will provide individual(s) with an opportunity to gain experience in mental health screening procedures, data collection and tracking, and mental health referral protocols. The individual(s) will provide direct support to the Mental Health Program Coordinator in identifying clients in need of services and supporting clients accessing treatment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer individual mental health assessments (RHS-15)

• Participate in health program meetings

• Provide public transit orientations to clients

• Offer relevant resources for clients’ mental health needs

• Assist with facilitating mental health and psychosocial support groups

• Assist with coordinating client mental health care and facilitating treatment between providers.

• Other, as assigned and/or determined by Mental Health Program Coordinator

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be currently enrolled in a graduate/undergraduate program, or have graduated less than 6 months ago

• Background or interest in health promotion, social work, or related field

• Experience working with diverse populations

• Motivated, flexible, and able to work independently

• Demonstrated communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

• Computer skill in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Valid UT Driver’s License, access to a vehicle, willingness to drive clients

This position reports to the Mental Health Program Coordinator, Ariana Rosenberg.

This is an unpaid internship; however mileage reimbursement is available.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement:

In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for this position.

IRC leading the way from harm to home.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

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Added 4 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org