Internship Coordinator (Mental Health Practice)

Internship Coordinator (Mental Health Practice)

Position Type: Part-Time or Full-Time--Benefits for Full-Time Employment ONLY
Reports To: Clinical Director / Practice Administrators

Position Summary

The Internship Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the internship program within the mental health practice. This role ensures that interns receive high-quality training, supervision coordination, onboarding support, and administrative guidance. The Internship Coordinator will also carry a small therapy caseload, providing direct clinical services. This position plays a key role in maintaining a supportive, organized, and compliant training environment for students who are preparing for careers in behavioral health.

Key Responsibilities Internship Program Management

• Recruit, screen, and assist with the selection of qualified interns from partnering universities and training programs.
• Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and training for all incoming interns.
• Maintain documentation, agreements, and compliance requirements with universities or licensing boards.
• Create and update internship manuals, policies, schedules, and performance expectations.
• Track intern attendance, progress, supervision hours, and required competencies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for interns regarding program structure, expectations, and assignments.
• Address intern concerns, performance issues, or scheduling conflicts in collaboration with the Clinical Director.
• Travel to our sites in Harnett County and Guilford County
• Other duties as assigned

Supervision & Support

• Coordinate intern assignments, including client caseloads, workshops, group facilitation, and administrative tasks.
• Provide weekly check-ins or support meetings (non-licensure supervision unless credentialed).
• Ensure interns adhere to ethical guidelines, HIPAA, and practice policies.
• Offer guidance on clinical documentation, professional behavior, and case management.
• Cultivate a positive, educational, structured, and professional training environment.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Carry a small therapy caseload (example: 5–10 clients weekly, depending on practice needs).
• Provide individual, family, or group therapy within scope of license or intern-level credential.
• Complete intakes, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and all required documentation.
• Participate in staff meetings, case consultations, and program development activities.

Administrative Duties

• Maintain intern schedules, caseload distribution, and program calendars.
• Assist with planning student workshops, shadowing opportunities, and field experiences.
• Provide regular reports to leadership regarding intern performance and program needs.
• Support quality assurance efforts related to documentation, compliance, and record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Behavioral Health, Human Services, or related field.
• Active license or provisional license preferred (LCSWA, LCSW, LCMHC, LCMHCA, MFT, MFT-A)
• Experience providing mental health services or working in a counseling/clinical environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and support students with professionalism.
• Understanding of confidentiality laws (HIPAA), ethical guidelines, and clinical best practices.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience supervising or mentoring students or staff.
• Knowledge of electronic health record systems (e.g., TherapyNotes).
• Ability to model professionalism, boundaries, and clinical excellence.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Work Environment

• Office-based or hybrid setting depending on the practice.
• Involves frequent communication with interns, staff, and partnering universities.
• Occasional evening or weekend hours depending on intern schedules or events.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $22.48 - $27.07 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you licensed in the State of North Carolina

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• counseling: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• LCSW, MFT, LCMHC (Required)

Location:

• Erwin, NC 28339 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Erwin, NC 28339 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Erwin, NC 28339

Salary : $22 - $27