Undergraduate Intern

Turning Point is focused on working to build strong families and help the communities we serve addressing mental health and substance use. Among the current suite of services, we offer Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program, Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program, Behavior Coaching and Family Services, DUI/DWAI services, Individual, Couples and Family Therapy, and ADHD testing. Services are offered in-home, in the community, or from either outpatient facility (1644 S. College Ave. & 1080 E. Elizabeth St. in Fort Collins, and 913 11th Ave in Greeley). We have contracts with DHS and DYS, and also provide services to youth, families, and adults not involved in the system. Job Title: Undergraduate Intern FLSA status: Non-Exempt InternDepartment: Clinical Program Reports to: Site Supervisor Minimum Salary: Unpaid Internship/Academic CreditPosition Summary:Turning Point Center for Youth & Family Development, Inc., a nonprofit organization serving individuals and families in an outpatient setting working on mental health and substance use. An internship at Turning Point is focused on introducing students into the community mental health environment with a variety of different programs and services. Interns are able to customize their internship experience to be able to gain exposure and experience in a variety of different settings and a variety of different populations. Role Qualifications:Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in HDFS, Social Work, Psychology, or a related fieldStrong interpersonal skills, cultural humility, and a commitment to social equityAbility to pass background check and UA requirementsReliable transportation and availability for in-person work Experience or coursework in criminal justice, family systems, or trauma-informed care, preferredPosition Responsibilities:Assist with intakes, group co-facilitation and case documentation under supervisionShadow and support clinicians in coaching, individual, group, and family therapy sessionsHelp coordinate services and maintain contact with clients, families, and external partnersAttend staff meetings, case consultations, and professional development opportunitiesMaintain strict confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and agency guidelinesSupport outreach and engagement efforts for clients on Medicaid and underserved populationsLearning Opportunities:Exposure to trauma-informed care, evidence-based practices, and systems navigationExperience working with individuals and families with complex needsInsight into clinical documentation, Medicaid billing standards, and multidisciplinary collaborationProfessional Relationships and Representation:Represent the agency, in word and action, in a manner that conveys professionalism, consensus of department and treatment team, support the agency mission and treatment philosophies, and regard for agency policies and procedures.(PPPM-Section 1080 3.d.)Role model to clients in an appropriate demeanor, appearance, language and communication. (PPPM-Section 1080 1.g.)Treat with respect the findings, views, and actions of all colleagues, and use appropriate channels to express judgment on these matters. (PPPM-Section 1080 3.c.)Work within the bounds of professional protocol, in all manner of speaking.(PPPM-Section 1080 3.e.)Complete other duties as assigned.Essential functions:Effectively represent the mission and purpose of Turning Point.Oversee all aspects of the client’s treatment services and delivery.Coordinate with Supervisor to ensure the quality of therapeutic services for the clients served in all areas of the program.Supervisory responsibilities: Direct supervision of assigned interns, when applicable.Physical Demands and Work Environment:Ability to do occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds (physical).Ability to use computerized client database systems for documentation and record keeping (visual).Ability to communicate with clients, families, referral agents and other professionals in person, by telephone and by email (verbal, visual, hearing).Ability to climb stairs to access clients at all times in the buildings (physical).Ability to operate a motor vehicle in order to transport clients (physical, visual).