Clinical Mental Health InternAt — Morning View Family Therapy

Position Overview:
We are seeking motivated and empathetic interns to join our team. This internship provides hands-on experience in a clinical setting and is ideal for students pursuing careers in psychology, social work, counseling, or related fields. Interns will support our licensed professionals in a variety of settings, including individual and group sessions, administrative work, and community outreach.

Tasks:

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with intake and assessment procedures
Observe therapy sessions (with consent)
Help plan and facilitate group activities
Conduct research and prepare educational materials
Support daily operations and administrative tasks
Maintain client confidentiality and uphold ethical standards

Training:

One on one training

Training & Supervision Structure

Interns at MVFT receive structured training designed to support their academic learning objectives, professional development, and ethical growth within a group private practice setting.

Supervisor Training & Support

• Each intern is assigned to a licensed mental health professional (LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC) who serves as their primary supervisor and rotation may take place depending on the situation. 
• Inters may join weekly one-on-one supervision meetings focused on learning goals, professional development, case conceptualization (as appropriate), and progress toward academic outcomes with a couple of our practice clinical supervisors. 
• Supervision and mentorship may rotate among licensed professionals to expose interns to diverse clinical perspectives and professional styles.

Orientation & Mandatory Training ( this can be done as an oppurtunity to gain clinical and practice insight)

• Interns participate in a structured orientation and onboarding process, which includes:
• Overview of MVFT’s mission, values, and group practice structure
• Review of policies, procedures, and professional expectations
• Training on documentation standards, confidentiality (HIPAA), and ethical guidelines
• Safety procedures, crisis protocols, and escalation processes
• Staff meetings involvement

Job Shadowing & Observational Learning

• Interns engage in job shadowing opportunities with licensed clinicians and administrative staff, which may include:
• Observing client sessions (with appropriate consent)
• Observing intake, assessment, and scheduling processes
• Learning documentation practices through guided review

• Observational learning is paired with reflective discussion during supervision to support learning integration.

• Licensed supervisors provide guidance appropriate to the intern’s academic level while ensuring ethical and professional standards.

Group Practice Maintenance & Administrative Support

• Interns assist with maintenance of the group practice, gaining exposure to non-clinical aspects of mental health operations, including:
• Administrative support tasks
• Office organization and workflow support
• Assisting with operational projects as appropriate

• These responsibilities are educational in nature and aligned with learning objectives.

Social Media & Event Support

• Interns may assist with:
• Social media support and content preparation (non-clinical)
• Community outreach initiatives
• Event preparation and support for workshops or practice events

• These activities are supervised and rotate among licensed professionals and administrative leadership to provide a well-rounded learning experience.

Morning View Family Therapy is committed to providing a supportive, ethical, and educational training environment. Our licensed professionals actively mentor interns while helping them understand both clinical and operational components of a group private practice.

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Learning Outcome:

What You'll Gain:

Direct experience in a clinical mental health environment
Supervision and mentorship from licensed professionals
Exposure to diverse client populations and therapeutic approaches
A deeper understanding of the mental health field and career opportunities