Behavioral Health Services North Inc·Morrisonville, New York
The intern will provide engagement and support in community or office settings, assisting the clinical team with tasks like risk assessments, brief interventions, and group services. Responsibilities also include developing evidence-based interventions, adhering to safety plans, and participating in documentation and care coordination meetings.
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BHSN, one of the fastest growing organizations providing whole person care in the region, is in search of passionate individuals to join our rapidly growing team!
As an Intern at BHSN, you will get hands-on mental health experience by providing engagement and support in the community and/or office setting as a member of our clinical team. You will assist with risk assessments, brief interventions, clinical interventions, group services, support post crisis or post appointment while providing excellent patient care and compassion at every encounter.
Assigned clinical programs may include, and are not limited to, outpatient behavioral health clinics, school-based services, crisis services, substance abuse services, and rehabilitative programs.
Providing support and care to those engaged in services or treatment
Providing evidence-based interventions, developing and assisting with adherence to safety plans
Developing and implementing group curriculum
Understanding Crisis Team policy and procedure manual, Agency and regulatory policies and procedures.
Participating in the writing and timely completion of any required documentation by state/federal regulations and agency policies and procedures
Participating in care planning and coordination meetings to facilitate care process. As assigned, seeing individuals who are an immediate crisis to curtail emergency visits and/or inpatient admissions.
Participating in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
Supporting collaboration and teamwork by sharing information and responding to questions/requests from the rehabilitation team and other support providers
Promoting service recipients' growth and development
Willing to work flexible hours corresponding to the needs of the program
Additional duties as assigned.
Mental Health and/or Social Work Master's program student.
Extensive knowledge with PC applications and electronic medical records strongly preferred.
Valid NYS driver’s license and reliable transportation required for local and regional travel.
BHSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in its hiring and employment practices, so that every team member can feel like they belong and be their authentic self to thrive in their personal and professional lives. In order to do that, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hair styles), creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, arrest record or status as a victim of domestic violence, familial status, gender/gender expression, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status or any other factor prohibited by law.
Candidates must be students currently enrolled in a Mental Health and/or Social Work Master's program. A valid NYS driver’s license and reliable transportation are required for local and regional travel.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in New York are often in steady demand, especially for clinicians who can support diverse age groups and handle assessments or admissions. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for independent licensure, while also considering associate-level candidates with clear growth toward full licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment experience before applying.
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