The Family Place offers internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students as well as post-graduates seeking direct clinical hours towards licensure. Interns are an integral part of our mission to empower victims of family violence, and we strive to provide a meaningful and comprehensive internship experience.
Programs
Program: CDC & Learning Center
Position Overview: Gain experience nurturing and guiding children who have experienced domestic violence in a safe, educational setting.
Responsibilities/Learning Opportunities:
- Maintain a safe, nurturing environment that promotes learning.
- Guide children during activities, meals, and rest periods.
- Assist teachers with observations, lesson plans, and curriculum implementation.
- Participate in staff development and meet weekly with a supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Enrolled in a Child Development or Early Childhood Education program.
- Minimum 16 hours per week (shifts between 7:30am – 6:00pm).
Program: Non-Residential Counseling
Position Overview: Learn to provide counseling and case management to adults, children, and families affected by domestic violence.
Responsibilities/Learning Opportunities:
- Provide individual counseling and case management.
- Complete intakes, assessments, and co-facilitate groups.
- Participate in clinical meetings, trainings, and supervision.
Qualifications:
- Enrolled in an accredited graduate program for Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology.
- Work a minimum of 16 hours per week, including one evening.
Program: Hotline
Position Overview: Gain experience providing crisis support, safety planning, and connecting individuals to resources.
Responsibilities/Learning Opportunities:
- Provide crisis counseling and complete shelter screenings.
- Assess lethality, create safety plans, and connect callers to resources.
- Attend trainings and document all hotline calls.
Qualifications:
- Enrolled in a bachelor’s level or higher program for Social Work, Psychology, or related Human Services field.
- Complete Hotline Counselor Training and work a minimum of 8 hours per week.