Responsibilities

Foundations Behavioral Health provides training opportunities for practicum and internship for students studying social work, counseling, psychology, applied behavior analysis, music therapy, art therapy, recreational therapy, and other related fields. If you are interested in obtaining more information about the placement process, opportunities for students or services provided, do not hesitate to reach out for more information!

Please direct cover letters to Christina Villani , Psy.D., with questions pertaining to masters and doctoral psychology field placement opportunities.

Please direct cover letters to Kathleen Torres , LCSW, for student opportunities related to social work, counseling, creative arts therapies, or recreational therapy.

Please direct cover letters to Donna Putignano , BCBA, for student opportunities specific to behavioral therapy/ ABA.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Master's student in Human Services field from accredited college or university interested in obtaining unpaid internship hours.
• Experience with Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, and Developmental Disabilities preferred.
• Experience in an inpatient or residential treatment setting a plus!

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient with a computer and the required software programs as applicable to the job functions, including electronic mail, word processing, excel, and various databases
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Capable of performing written or typed record keeping and correspondence as it relates to job functions.
• Capable of rapport building with youth and their families to facilitate their engagement in the therapeutic services.
• Willingness to learn and engage in case management and aftercare planning

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