Nexus-Indian Oaks Family Healing Located in Manteno, IL is looking for driven and ambitious intern candidates seeking experience working in a trauma informed residential facility. This is an unpaid field placement experience position. Our Mental Health Intern is responsible for applying learned classroom theory with on-the-job practical experience in the assigned program while ensuring the applicable Academic Program and or/Academic Institution’s learning criteria are satisfied.

Responsibilities

Fulfills the required academic program and or/ Academic Institution’s criteria for an internship learning objectives. Participates in the orientation and the onboarding process to learn Nexus Family Healing’s policy and procedure expectations (e.g., safety, harassment free environment, resident confidentiality, etc.) Ensures confidentiality of all treatment and services information pertaining to clients and their families. Maintains agreed upon schedule and timeliness. Meets the supervision requirements and expectations. Acts ethically, professionally, and is respectful when communicating and interfacing with clients, coworkers, and external contacts. For advanced internships: The level of involvement in daily responsibilities and/or participation in any short or long-term projects will be support by Nexus Family Healing and will not be dependent upon the work of the intern. Rather, the assigned supervisor will provide “job shadowing” or observational opportunities that allow the intern to learn certain skills or functions while under supervision. Performs other job-related responsibilities, tasks and projects as needed and/or requested of the position.

Qualifications:

Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or other graduate degree in one of the behavioral sciences, human services, or related fields, from an accredited college or university. Must meet the required number of experience hours in a human services field for the internship level. Valid driver’s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements. Knowledge of family-based philosophy and practice is preferred.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to assist staff in physical interventions and restraints. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance. Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (2-4 hours). Must be able to twist, bend and stretch in a manner conducive to daily activities within a residential treatment facility.

At Nexus Family Healing, we not only support diversity – we celebrate it and rely on it for the betterment of our employees, our services, and our impact on the community. We strive to provide the best quality care for our youth and the best work environment for our employees through an inclusive team culture. Nexus Family Healing is proud to be an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, familial status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran, or disability status.

Our Workplace Values:
At Nexus Family Healing, our ICARE shared values (Innovation, Compassion, Agility, Responsiveness, and Excellence) are the foundation for our actions in the workplace. They define how we behave with each other, our clients, our partners, and our communities. Every interaction we have with each other will be met with understanding, kindness, and helpful action.

Duration:

Internships are relatively short-term in nature or will typically range from one quarter to one year in duration. The duration of the internship will be established in advance of the internship. An intern is not necessarily entitled to a job at the conclusion of the internship. All recruitment and selection practices at the conclusion of the internship will be in accordance with Nexus standards.

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