Metropolitan Family Services·Wheaton, Illinois
Perform comprehensive assessments, intake, and provide case management and counseling services to diverse populations. Responsibilities include facilitating support groups and utilizing community resources to support families and seniors.
Metropolitan Family Services empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Metropolitan is Illinois’ first comprehensive human services agency and reaches more than 122,900 individuals and families in Chicago, Evanston/Skokie, the southwest suburbs and DuPage County with services promoting education, economic stability, emotional wellness and empowerment.
We are now seeking for a Part-time Intern to join our Behavioral Health program with our DuPage Team!
This is an unpaid internship for current college students needing the hours to complete a course or graduation requirements.
We are offering 3 internship opportunities in the Behavioral Health Program at our DuPage Center.
Performs comprehensive, in-depth assessments for a variety of program services. Does intake as assigned.
Provides a full range of case management, counseling, advocacy, educational, and related services.
Learns and utilizes agency and community resources.
Assesses community conditions affecting clients to identify resource gaps and problems.
Provides group services as indicated by program need.
Complies with agency recordkeeping expectations.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Works effectively with diverse staff and service population.
1. Intern adoption support and preservation (Asap)
Grant-based, child under 18 years old. Intern provides in-home services to any family that was formed through private, DCFS, or international adoption, serving Kane, Kendall, DuPage, Will, McHenry, Lake, Grundy, and Kankakee counties in Illinois. Trauma/adoption training included.
Currently enrolled in a master's level program in Social Work/Counseling, required.
This internship will begin during the Fall 2026 semester and run through the entire school year.
2. Intern seniors/Caregivers
Grant-based, Individuals are 55+ in DuPage County. Provide office, in-home, or community-based 1:1 counseling and case management services to seniors. Facilitate support groups for caregivers and grandparents raising grandkids. Interact with other community agencies.
Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's level program in social work/psychology/counseling, required.
There are internship opportunities for both summer and the 2026 school year.
Candidates must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling. A valid driver's license, vehicle access, and proof of insurance are required.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Illinois often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed or graduate-prepared candidates who can work in clinical, community, or care-coordination settings. This role is competitive because the required background is specific—either a master’s degree in a human services field or an active Illinois RN license, with behavioral health experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure, degree, and setting experience before applying.
