BIPOC Internship Clinical

POSITION SUMMARY

Hoyleton Youth and Family Services has an internship opportunity through The Illinois Work Force Development Initiative  in evidence-based therapy for students of social work, counseling, and/or family therapy who are Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and offers a $25,000 scholarship for qualifying interns. This opportunity will allow students to gain practical work experience in social human services, including counseling, mental health, and nonprofit management. Hoyleton Youth and Family Services is now recruiting for our Fall 2024 internships. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a clinical intern.
   
• Students are considered volunteers and are subject to a background check, physical, and TB test.
   
• It is the student's responsibility to ensure that all requirements for their academic program are met.
   
• Provides individual, group, and family therapy as needed in an office or out-of-office setting utilizing evidence-based practices and a variety of therapeutic approaches. Out-of-office settings may include but are not limited to the following: schools, homes, churches, and community settings.
   
• Provides information and refer or link families to community resources according to consumer/family need. Encourages and assists families in attending physical and behavioral appointments.
   
• Completes diagnostic assessments and develops the Integrated Assessment and Treatment Plan with the client, parent/guardian, and/or caseworker. Follows all regulations when completing initial reviews and/or updates for all required paperwork.
   
• Participates in clinical case staffing as needed. Schedules clinical case staffing to ensure consistent communication with other professional staff involved with the client.
   
• Collaborates with external agencies and programs as needed and with families to coordinate services on behalf of the individuals served.
   
• Maintains case records and notes in a timely and professional manner.
   
• Assures proper billing for all services provided. Keeps up-to-date, timely, and professional records at all times and adheres to all payer regulations. Complies with Medicaid Rule 132 and Managed Care Organization requirements.
   
• Participates in weekly supervision with the direct supervisor to explore areas of strength and growth.
   
• Completes all needed reports in a timely manner when required.
   
• Completes all required client documentation in a timely manner as required.
   
• Completes other duties as assigned.
   

SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and to prepare written and electronic documents.
   
• Ability to communicate orally, both in person and by telephone
   
• Ability to travel to various Hoyleton locations and sites in the community
   
• Ability to establish rapport with others is a requisite for healthy and therapeutic relationships
   
• Ability to present oneself in an appropriately personable and professional manner to clients and staff
   
• Ability to receive and utilize constructive feedback regarding performance, presentation, and relationships with others
   
• Ability to be both consistent and flexible as circumstances warrant
   
• Ability to effectively weigh and evaluate personal needs, client needs, and the aims and policies of the agency and to respond and negotiate these competing needs as appropriate
   
• Must possess the knowledge, personal qualities, and practice skills to work effectively with professionals in other organizations and from other disciplines and to provide services in a manner that reflects understanding and appreciation of multiculturalism
   

BIPOC INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS 

1. Must be Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to qualify.
    
2. Applicants cannot be current Hoyleton interns or employees.
    
3. Must be a Masters level student (in the field)
    
4. Must be at least 21 years of age
    
5. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
    
6. Must possess and maintain proof of vehicle insurance
    

CARE & TCI 

One of the essential job functions of any position within the agency is to align your performance with our overarching philosophy of CARE. All decisions, actions, communication, and performance should align with the six CARE principles (Developmentally Focused, Family Involved, Relationship Based, Ecologically Oriented, Competence Centered, and Trauma Informed). Not only must you complete the CARE training with satisfactory participation, but you must then put that training into practice in your everyday work. 

Every employee must also pass TCI training with a satisfactory grade in written and/or physical testing. All employees must remain current on refresher training that is provided monthly at all locations. You will be tested every 6 months on the physical portion, if applicable to your position. You will be tested annually on the written portion, regardless of your position. If you are not current on your TCI refresher training every six months, you will be required to retake the full course. If you do not pass either test, you may be required to retake the full course. Not only must you complete the TCI training with satisfactory participation, but you must then put that training into practice in your everyday work.

Location: 62208

 SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and to prepare written and electronic documents.  
• Ability to communicate orally, both in person and by telephone  
• Ability to travel to various Hoyleton locations and sites in the community  
• Ability to establish rapport with others is a requisite for healthy and therapeutic relationships  
• Ability to present oneself in an appropriately personable and professional manner to clients and staff  
• Ability to receive and utilize constructive feedback regarding performance, presentation, and relationships with others  
• Ability to be both consistent and flexible as circumstances warrant  
• Ability to effectively weigh and evaluate personal needs, client needs, and the aims and policies of the agency and to respond and negotiate these competing needs as appropriate  
• Must possess the knowledge, personal qualities, and practice skills to work effectively with professionals in other organizations and from other disciplines and to provide services in a manner that reflects understanding and appreciation of multiculturalism  

BIPOC INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS 

1. Must be Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to qualify.  
2. Applicants cannot be current Hoyleton interns or employees.   
3. Must be a Masters level student (in the field)  
4. Must be at least 21 years of age  
5. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license  
6. Must possess and maintain proof of vehicle insurance