Intensive Care Coordinator Internship- MA Level

Justice Resource Institute Jamaica Plain, MA 02130, US

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Are you looking for a meaningful internship that helps children and their families?

Do you want to learn more about how to use your clinical degree and skills towards social justice in daily life?

If you answered yes, then JRI is looking for you!

JRI’s Community Based Services division provides care to ensure that families and their children with significant behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs obtain the services necessary for success in the home, school, and community. We are looking for interns working in their 2nd year of their clinical Master's degree program to join our Community Service Agency (CSA) team of Boston at Dimock. Our staff provide services in the communities where the people we serve live, utilizing strength-based and needs-driven choices, offering a team-based approach collaboration with the people we work with that is grounded in individualized services and the use of evidence-based practices.

During Your Internship You Will:

Why JRI?

Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact.
You will positively make a difference in the lives of children and families of the Boston region through the Community Service Agency.
You will have access to career opportunities post internship within a large non profit organization that provides opportunities for professional growth and advancement. JRI was voted in the top 100 places to work in Massachusetts by the independent Boston Globe study, for 10 YEARS in a row including this year, as well as recognized as a USA Top Places to Work!
You will have access to opportunities for ongoing training, professional development and opportunities for CEUs.
Supervision from licensed and experienced staff to provide necessary hours and clinical growth towards degree completion.

Requirements:

Minimum enrolled and working towards a Master’s degree or above in the mental health field, social work, or psychology.
Clinical interest in working with children/adolescents is required and familiarity with trauma informed models of treatment preferred.
Good written and oral communication skills are necessary.
Background and driving record checks will be performed.

Please understand that not all JRI internship postings are always available, as spots fill up. However, we keep our opportunities posted consistently as a goal towards transparency. This allows all interested individuals equal access to our opportunities and a greater understanding of the agency’s internship roles as a whole.

At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.

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