Intern
Nexus Family Healing·Austin, Minnesota
Nexus Family Healing·Austin, Minnesota
The intern applies classroom theory to practical experience within a trauma-informed residential facility for youth and families. Responsibilities include meeting academic learning objectives, maintaining client confidentiality, and adhering to professional ethical standards.
Description Nexus Family Healing - Austin campus is looking for driven and ambitious intern candidates seeking experience working in a trauma informed residential facility.
Our Clinical Intern is responsible for applying learned classroom theory with on-the-job practical experience in the assigned program while ensuring the applicable Academic Program and or/Academic Institution’s learning criteria is satisfied. As a national mental health organization, we serve a diverse group of youth and families, and we strive for our workforce to support and represent that diversity.
Fulfills the required academic program and or/ Academic Institution’s criteria for an internship learning objectives. Participates in the orientation and the onboarding process to learn Nexus Family Healing’s policy and procedure expectations (e.g. safety, harassment free environment, resident confidentiality, etc.) Ensures confidentiality of all treatment and services information pertaining to clients and their families. Maintains agreed upon schedule and timeliness. Meets the supervision requirements and expectations. Acts ethically, professionally, and is respectful when communicating and interfacing with clients, coworkers, and external contacts. Performs other job-related responsibilities, tasks and projects as needed and/or requested of the position.
Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or other graduate degree in one of the behavioral sciences, human services, or related fields, from an accredited college or university. Must meet the required number of experience hours in a human services field for the internship level. Valid driver's license required, must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements. Must successfully pass a DHS background check. Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges. Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values. Nice to Have: Knowledge of family-based philosophy and practice is preferred. Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as desktop and/or laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones.
Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or other graduate degree in one of the behavioral sciences, human services, or related fields, from an accredited college or university. Must meet the required number of experience hours in a human services field for the internship level. Valid driver's license required, must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements. Nice to Have: Knowledge of family-based philosophy and practice is preferred. Physical Demands Must be able to assist staff in physical interventions and restraints of clients Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (2-4 hours) Must be able to twist, bend and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities within a residential treatment facility All client-facing Nexus employees must successfully participate and complete a Handle With Care behavior intervention method exam and training Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: At Nexus Family Healing, we not only support diversity – we celebrate it and rely on it for the betterment of our employees, our services, and our impact on the community. We strive to provide the best quality care for our youth and the best work environment for our employees through an inclusive team culture.
Nexus Family Healing is proud to be an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in Minnesota often reflect steady demand in community, residential, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can meet licensing, safety, and transportation requirements. These roles can be competitive because employers look for reliability, CPR/First Aid certification, a valid Minnesota driver’s license, and a clean DHS background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and driving record before applying.