Clinical Counseling Internship - SUD & Mental Health

Who are we?

Horizon Services Inc is a non-profit organization established in 1974 with the goal of reducing alcohol and other drug related problems of individuals, families, and communities. By practicing our values: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, and Quality, we are able to provide mental health, detox, recovery and sobering programs to support women, men, youth and LGBTQ clients to live a responsible and constructive life. HSI is a learning community where our collective experiences enrich each other’s growth.

Learn & Grow with Us!

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Counselors provide support and assistance to clients in an adult transitional residential treatment program for up to a 60-90 day stay. As a Counselor you will:

- Apply evidence-based practices to support clients with co-occurring conditions
- Perform intake interviews & assessments
- Provide individual, group and family counseling
- Develop and implement treatment plans
- Coordinate discharge planning
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical records including electronic health records

What will you gain from our internship program?

- Deep training in Trauma-informed practices, Motivational Interviewing and CBT
- Supervision hours toward licensure with the Board of Behavioral Sciences for MFTi or ASW.
- Learn valuable skills regarding crisis intervention, case management, improved diagnostic abilities, and creative interventions that will help you engage clients effectively throughout the rest of your career.
- Ability to bring your hobbies and interests to complement your work with clients: music, art, etc.
- Experience on treating clients with co-occurring disorders, Mental health and Substance Abuse
- Experience on how to provide services to a culturally diverse population: race, ethnicity, gender identity, age
- $20/hr, salary revision after 9 months based on performance
- Medical Plan (Kaiser), Dental, life Insurance, Paid Vacation, holidays & Sick time off.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Registered MFTi, ASW and PsyD interns; OR LPHA. Or ability to obtain registration within 3 months of employment.
- At least six months experience providing counseling services, ideally in substance abuse
- Availability to work full-time. Able to work swing and grave yard shifts and weekends as scheduled.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Attend mandatory weekly staff meeting .
- Valid California Driver’s License with a good driving record and car insurance
- Fingerprinting/Drug testing required at time of hire
- Great teamwork – be part of a professional team!

To Apply

To be considered for this opportunity, please send us your resume and a thoughtful cover letter explaining your interest in this role and how you can contribute to our programs.

Horizon Services Inc, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.