Mariposa Wellness Center- Community Connections

Organization Description

Purpose of organization is to assist and support adults with psychiatric disabilities and their families in achieving greater independence and competence as members of the community. Services provided include wellness support groups, employment preparation groups, counseling, job training, etc.

Program Information

Students have the opportunity to interact directly with participants, facilitate mental health/wellness groups, and provide individual counseling. Students will also be taught how to use the AVATAR system (an electronic notes system) and MediCal billing. 

Key Responsibilities:
Facilitate mental health/wellness groups and individual counseling
Assist with activities and outings
Help with day to day program necessities

Desired Intern Characteristics:
We are looking for students who are interested in learning, in helping others, who are outgoing and are not afraid to talk to people and are open to constructive feedback. 

Special Considerations:
Possibly on a case by case basis

Interprofessional opportunities available for the student:
Students will have the opportunity to interact with the other staff members that work for Community Connection in other programs, as well as meet Santa Cruz County Mental Health personnel in a professional setting. 

the following CHHS Major Learning Outcomes (MLOs) that the student will be exposed to:

  • Collaboration
  • Conflic Resolution, Negotiation, & Mediation
  • Cross Cultural Competency
  • Knowledge of Health & Human Services (SW or CH)
  • Leadership
  • Personal & Professional Communication
  • Professional Development
Health & Safety

All interns must be vaccinated from COVID-19.  COVID-19 protocols will be provided and masks are required to be worn on site. 

AVATAR training and MediCal billing will be taught. Additional training includes shadowing initially before being expected to facilitate groups. There are opportunities for other trainings that may be offered during the year that the student would be eligible to attend if interested.
Additional requirements and/or considerations
  • Must be 18 or older
Address 
10 Carr Street
Watsonville, CA 95076
United States
General Phone 
(831) 768-8132
Student Contact 
Name
Dagny Blaskovich
Job Title
Clinical Division Manager
Phone
(831) 291-5321
Email
clinical@ccsantacruz.org
Program(s) 
CHHS
Organization type 
Charity Organization/Foundation (Nonprofit)
Focus Population(s)
Adults
Focus Area(s)
Health & Medicine
Additional Focus Area(s)
Mental Well-being
Hours of operation 

9am until 2pm Monday through Friday, except for Thursday when they close at 1.

Additional site tags 
Social work, Community Health
Minimum required hours 
8
Maximum students 
5