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Advanced Substance Use Disorder Counselor Internship

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Saint Paul

AI generated summary

  • You must be a student in an accredited alcohol and drug counseling program and have completed courses in assessment, counseling skills, and group counseling skills.
  • You will provide clinical services, engage in treatment planning, implement evidence-based interventions, and complete assigned projects to support marginalized communities and research efforts.

Requirements

  • Must be a student at time of practicum or internship, meaning enrolled in a program in alcohol and drug counseling at an accredited educational institution, or who is taking an alcohol and drug counseling course or practicum for credit. As a minimum, the applicant must have completed classes that address the three following areas:
  • Assessment and Diagnosis for Substance Use Disorders (SUD)
  • Counseling Procedures and Skills
  • Group Counseling Skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical services in coordination with the treatment team consistent with Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation’s Standards of Care and the 12-Core functions of alcohol and drug counseling. Development of clinical competency and ethical practice.
  • Analyze, integrate, synthesize, and practice professionalism in clinical placement
  • Analyze, integrate, synthesize, and practice assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning
  • Analyze, integrate, synthesize, and practice theory- and evidence-based methods to implement interventions
  • Analyze, integrate, synthesize, and practice ethical principles in clinical practice
  • Analyze, integrate, synthesize, and practice multiculturalism in clinical practice
  • Complete development project as assigned by site leader, some examples include but are not limited to:
  • Implement site-wide education (i.e., a written document, a clinical lunch-and-learn, or a series of emails) including clinical implications about a population that the student identifies as part of, as an ally of, and/or has worked with.
  • Work with field supervisor and site leadership to recommend opportunities to better meet the clinical needs of marginalized communities
  • Supporting an assigned research project in partnership with HBF research department

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Advanced Substance Use Disorder Counselor Internship?

The primary responsibilities include providing clinical services, analyzing and practicing assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, implementing evidence-based methods, upholding ethical principles, and completing assigned development projects related to marginalized communities.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Applicants must be students enrolled in a program in alcohol and drug counseling at an accredited institution or taking a relevant course for credit, and they must have completed classes in Assessment and Diagnosis for Substance Use Disorders, Counseling Procedures and Skills, and Group Counseling Skills.

What kind of development projects may interns be involved in?

Interns may implement site-wide education on clinical implications for specific populations, recommend improvements for better serving marginalized communities, or support research projects in partnership with the Hazelden Betty Ford research department.

Is the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, emphasizing the importance of diversity and inclusion among colleagues.

What benefits does the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation offer to employees?

The foundation offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive health, dental, and vision plans, a retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Is this internship paid?

The job description does not specify whether the internship is paid; please inquire with the organization directly for this information.

Are interns required to work on-site, or is remote work available?

The job description does not specify remote work options; however, it is recommended to contact the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation for clarity on their work arrangements.

How does the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation approach treatment and recovery?

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation adopts a total ecosystem approach, integrating prevention, education, research, advocacy, and treatment to develop and deliver evidence-based practices that help individuals reclaim their futures and restore hope.

What is the mission of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation?

The mission of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is to provide hope and healing for individuals and families affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs through quality treatment and comprehensive support services.

Hazelden Betty Ford's drug and alcohol treatment services are in-network with most insurance carriers.

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Industry
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Employees
1949
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is the nation's largest nonprofit treatment provider, with a legacy that began in 1949 and includes the 1982 founding of the Betty Ford Center. With 17 sites in California, Minnesota, Oregon, Illinois, New York, Florida, Massachusetts, Colorado and Washington, the Foundation offers prevention and recovery solutions nationwide and across the entire continuum of care for youth and adults. The Foundation includes: •The nation's largest recovery publishing house •A fully-accredited graduate school of addiction studies •A dedicated addiction research center •Intensive educational programs for medical students and professionals •Community and school-based prevention programs and services •Unique family and children’s programs •An influential institute for recovery advocacy and policy Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Our collective ability to meet the challenges of today and thrive in the future is directly connected to having a diverse workforce, an inclusive culture, a strong presence in diverse communities, and the provision of culturally responsive care. To that end, in early 2019, the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation embarked on a strategic and sustainable journey for change in procedures, decision-making processes and the allocation of resources.