Counseling Student Internship
Job Description
Here at Equalize Counseling & Consulting, we aim to be different in many ways. One of those ways is by setting clear expectations for applicants. We want to find individuals who will not only be able to complete the necessary job functions, but also fit well into the mission and dynamics of the team, in order to provide the best possible care for clients. Additionally, we want to speak into the culture and work environment future employees can expect. So, our job descriptions are in a narrative form that is utilized to draw in (and hopefully inspire) applicants who feel a connection to the storyline presented.
You are a graduate student in your final stages of your Master’s degree in professional counseling or marriage and family counseling. You have loved learning more about the profession, and the practicing through classes (although maybe a little nerve-wracking) have made you even more sure that you want to do this. Now it is time to figure out where you want to intern to learn more and develop yourself as a counselor.
You ideally want to work in private practice one day. You want an environment where you can grow. In order to do this, you need an internship site that allows you to not “know it all” while receiving guidance and training. You want help mastering some of the standards of the profession, such as completing client charts, but you also want to learn about some specialities that interest you, like DBT or EMDR.
You desire to not just complete the basic requirements for your master’s degree but be challenged into actually learning how to be an effective counselor. You desire to have a team and a supervisor who push you out of your comfort zone (in a good way) to learn new things and try them out. You like the idea of feeling prepared to walk straight out of internship and into the field without those pesky imposter feelings.
As a person, you consider yourself to be ethical, responsible, timely, trainable, and a great communicator. You also enjoy learning about the profession and related fields through reading books, listening to podcasts, watching shows, taking continuing education, etc. In short, being a mental health professional is not just a way to make money for you, but you are also engaged and driven in your growth as a counselor to see an improvement in client outcomes.
Requirements:
Enrollment in a graduate program in counseling or marriage & family therapy
Ability to obtain and maintain individual malpractice insurance
Passion for learning and delivering high-quality, client-centered care
Details & Benefits:
Are you a graduate student seeking real-world experience in a supportive, trauma-informed practice? Equalize Counseling & Consulting in Denver, NC is excited to welcome a counseling intern to our growing team! What we offer:
Free Supervision: Receive supervision from a qualified LCMHC Supervisor and an AAMFT Supervisory Candidate.
Licensure Support: Supervision hours count toward NC LMFTA state requirements and school internship requirements for LMFTA candidates.
Hands-On Experience: Shadow experienced therapists during the week with both daytime and evening opportunities, and gradually build your own caseload.
Flexible Schedule: One-on-one sessions with clients will be scheduled in the evenings, on Fridays, and on Saturdays, with flexibility to fit your needs.
Collaborative, Warm Environment: Join a team committed to evidence-based, trauma-informed care and professional growth.
Does this sound like a good fit?
If this sounds like you and you are interested in applying for this position, please click the button below to complete the your application. If you have any questions or need accommodations, email the hiring manager Juliya Whitley at juliya.whitley@equalizecounseling.com.
