What are the responsibilities and job description for the IHBS Clinical Internship (MA Level) position at Justice Resource Institute?
Seeking a Meaningful Internship to Support Children and Families?
Interested in Applying Your ABA and Clinical Skills to Promote Social Justice in Everyday Life?
If you answered yes, then JRI wants to hear from you!
Who We Are Looking For:
Are you the IHBS Clinical Intern (MA Level) we've been looking for? In this position you will be able to convey your passion for helping others by supporting our clients to achieve their goals!
JRI’s In-Home Behavioral Services program is a home-based service committed to assisting youth in identifying and reducing challenging behaviors. Our staff and interns work closely with the child and their family to create and implement individualized behavior plans to improve the child’s functioning. Our treatment approach is rooted in behavioral fundamentals and individualized to meet the unique needs of each child and family.
During Your Internship You Will:
- Learn how to use new clinical interventions to support youth and families.
- Explore your clinical knowledge through use of evidence based and modalities.
- Strengthen your documentation skills and use of electronic medical records.
- Be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team supporting youth and families.
- Collaborate with the supervising BCBA and the team to apply ABA principles in creating tailored behavior intervention plans aimed at improving skills and reducing challenging behaviors.
- Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact.
- You will positively make a difference in the lives of children and families.
- You will have access to career opportunities post internship within a large non profit organization that provides opportunities for professional growth and advancement. JRI was voted in the top 100 places to work in Massachusetts by the independent Boston Globe study, for 10 YEARS in a row including this year, as well as recognized as a USA Top Places to Work!
- BCBA Supervision and training!
- You will have access to opportunities for ongoing training, professional development and opportunities for CEUs.
- Supervision from licensed and experienced staff to provide necessary hours and clinical growth towards degree completion.
- Supervision from a licensed Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will be provided to help you achieve the required hours towards degree completion for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) students.
Requirements:
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Minimum working towards a master’s degree in social work, Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), or related field is required. 2nd year students are preferred.
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Clinical interest in working with children/adolescents is required and familiarity with trauma informed models of treatment preferred.
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Good written and oral communication skills are necessary.
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Comfort with technology and learning various electronic systems is required.
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Must have daily access to reliable, insured vehicle and active Driver’s License.
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Background and driving record checks will be performed.
At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.