Master’s Degree Student Internships

Internship opportunities are available for master’s level students interested in gaining experience across a variety of program services: Substance Use Disorder, Psychosocial Rehabilitation, Adult Mental Health, and Children, Youth, and Family Services. Internships may be available in all programs listed above.

Master’s level internships may also include opportunities in our state renowned Drug Court Program; Same Day Access for children, youth, and adults; and assisting in our state hospital discharge program.

Northwestern offers multiple internship opportunities across its program divisions for the upcoming semester. Please complete the application and submit a detailed resume, as placement is limited and the process is competitive.

Your professors of reference can email your letter/s of recommendation to [email protected] or [email protected], or mail them to:

209 West Criser Rd, Suite 300

Front Royal VA, 22630

ATTN: Denise Acker or Andrea Bieber

Thank you for your interest in NWCSB’s internship program and in our ongoing mission of service to the community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Shadow and observe clinical personnel.
  • Attend staff meetings, supervision appointments, and service coordination activities.
  • Provide ongoing support alongside clinical personnel during face-to-face reviews, same day access assessments, group settings, individual therapy sessions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • May be exposed to allergenic environments in client’s homes, including extreme heat, humidity, dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.
  • Must be able to drive for long periods of time to visit clients as needed.
  • Must be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of agency vehicles.
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer may be required.
  • Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at a time.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Graduate/Master-level student in an accredited program.
  • Interest in working across a diverse set of programs in a community mental health setting.
  • Must possess a valid Driver’s License, good driving record, and the ability to provide own transportation.

DISCLAIMER:  Northwestern Community Services Board provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Application

Please provide your full address
Please list the specific internship requirements for field instructor and/or site supervisor for internship.
Indicate semester(s) you will need to begin your practicum/internship.
Please list degree(s) received in the text box below.
Please include the major course of study for each degree.
If applicable, please list the type of license/certification, license number, and the respective expiration date for each entry.
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Please include contact information for three (3) professional references we may contact.
Your professors of reference can email your letter/s of recommendation to [email protected] or [email protected] , or mail them to:

309 West Criser Rd, Suite 300
Front Royal VA, 22630
attn: Denise Acker or Andrea Bieber.
By submitting this form, I certify that all of the statements made in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or misrepresentation may be cause for not employing me, or for my dismissal, if employed. I also understand that all information on this application is subject to verification. I, therefore, authorize Northwestern Community Services Board to obtain references concerning my employment and work history, and release past/present employers from all liability for issuing such information.

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