What are the responsibilities and job description for the Doctoral Student Intern - Adults with Autism and IDD position at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery?
Are you seeking an internship where you can truly grow and make a meaningful impact? Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR), a leading not‑for‑profit community mental health organization and SAMHSA‑designated CCBHC, is seeking a doctoral-level Student Intern to join our Autism and IDD Counseling Center for Adults (AICC-A). In this rewarding role, interns provide individual, family, and group therapy to adults with autism and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team—including case managers, psychiatrists, and vocational specialists—to support clients with complex needs and socioeconomic challenges. Interns will conduct clinical intakes, maintain documentation, engage in professional development, and partner with caregivers to ensure wraparound care. Ideal candidates bring prior therapy experience, a passion for neurodiverse populations, and a commitment to advancing equitable mental health services in under-resourced communities.
Schedule. 16-20 hours/week over 2 days (depending on what is negotiated between supervisor and staff based on need and practicum requirements).
About you.
- Doctoral Level Student working towards a PhD or PsyD.
- Candidates must have prior therapy experience, and strong candidates will have an interest in working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and motivation to work with under-resourced community members.
Why you will enjoy interning at AMHR.
- Aurora Mental Health and Recovery is a large and diverse community mental health organization that serves clientele across the lifespan. Interns at our site have the opportunity to collaborate with other professionals across the agency and receive ongoing support and training.
Required Vaccinations and TB Test.
AMHR has prioritized the health and safety of our clients and staff and requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, receive an annual influenza (flu) shot, and receive negative TB test results prior to their first day of hire. Proof of both vaccinations and negative TB test will be required upon your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may be requested for the COVID 19 vaccine, annual flu shot or TB test.
Our mission, vision and core values:
AMHR is deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery. We foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care. Our core values are: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context, including harassment or exclusion.
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