Intern At — The Bethesda Recovery Center

Opportunity Summary 

Choices in Recovery is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive drug and alcohol treatment services to a diverse clientele, including individuals impacted by the criminal justice system and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. The organization offers a full continuum of care, including detoxification, residential, and outpatient programs for adults. Interns have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in both administrative and clinical aspects of substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, as well as engage directly with clients through individual and group interventions.

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

Understanding of ASAM criteria, knowledge of treatment modalities, legal and ethical standards required for SUD professionals, evidence-based counseling techniques, case management, crisis intervention, appropriate documentation and reporting, cultural competency and sensitivity, and effective communication/interpersonal skills.

Opportunity Training 

Motivational Interviewing training, first aid/cpr cert., law and ethics, sexual harassment, and Narcan training.

Opportunity Application Instructions 

Please submit resume to laralockwood@choicesnrecovery.com or stop by the main office (733 South Santa Fe Avenue, Vista CA 92083) with resume. After submitting resume, students will be called for an interview. All students will be required to pass a background check and provide proof of current negative TB test. Must hold current CPR/First Aid certification and complete required Motivational Interviewing training.

Program 
Internship
Location Type 
On-site
Location 
United States
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
80hours per placement
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
No
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
Background Check (e.g., fingerprinting, live scans, driving record)
TB tests
First-aid/CPR Certification
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
No
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing