Student Intern – Outpatient Adults/SECC

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a dedicated Master’s-level Student Intern to join our Southeast Counseling Center (SECC) and provide specialized mental health services to adult clients in an outpatient setting. This internship offers diverse hands-on experience, including individual, group, and couples therapy to a variety of adult populations. Interns will receive weekly individual supervision, professional development, and training in therapy techniques, crisis management, and modalities tailored to meet client needs. The SECC team values diversity, cultural competence, and high-quality therapeutic services, fostering a supportive yet challenging environment where students can thrive. If you are passionate about working with a variety of adult populations and eager to grow as a clinician, we encourage you to apply.

Accepting applications for Master’s-level Student Interns for January 2025, March 2025, or August 2025 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 remote.  

About you.

• Master’s Level Student working towards a degree Counseling, Psychology or Social Work. 2nd year students preferred.
• Our ideal candidate for this position would be energetic, passionate about working with older adults and learning innovative approaches to treatment 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.

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.

Diversity Statement.

We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to ensure that it is interwoven into the fabric of our organization. We support and nourish an inclusive and welcoming environment for employees from diverse backgrounds.

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