What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern position at Stairways Behavioral Health?
Internship - Gage House
- Erie, Erie County, PA
- 1813 Holland Street, Erie, PA 16503
- $10.00
- Hourly
Are you seeking an educational internship or practicum for your schooling or otherwise? Are you presently enrolled in a major related to human services? Our organization would like the opportunity to speak with you regarding placement on our team!
Internships are unpaid and often count towards course credits.
Please include a cover letter, resume, and your school requirements for the internship (number of hours, field of study, etc.).
You may view our website at www.stairwaysbh.org to view services provided and geographies that may best suit your interests or needs.
Eligibility may vary.
Gage House is a 15-bed residential facility licensed to concurrently treat substance use disorders and mental health Illness. It is a voluntary treatment program for men and women aged 18 and older. Gage House offers structured treatment activities, individualized to meet the needs of each person entering the program. Individuals can expect to participate in group therapy multiple times per day with a variety of topics and activities. They will also receive regular contact with a psychiatrist and sessions with a counselor. Family participation is encouraged in weekly group and individual sessions as needed. The length of treatment depends on the needs of each person; stays vary in length from 21-90 days as determined by the clinical team. Individuals will also be assessed and linked with community providers as deemed appropriate during their treatment stay.
Today, Stairways Behavioral Health is the most progressive mental health care provider in Erie, serving more than 8,000 people annually and employing more than 280 full and part-time mental health professionals. The conviction of the founders remains Stairways' mission 60 years later, focusing primarily on adults.
Stairways in an affiliate of Journey Health System, headquartered in Bradford, PA.
Stairways Mission:
Stairways Behavioral Health assists persons with mental health care and addiction needs at any stage of life in their recovery by providing comprehensive rehabilitation, treatment, and supports essential for living, working, learning and participating fully in the community.
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