Clinical Internship (PAATHS Intake & Care Coordination)

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated intern pursuing a master’s in social work or related graduate level behavioral health fields. Interns will gain hands-on experience working with diverse populations through shared case load case management and group facilitation, using evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help maintain a shared caseload (40-60 clients) for individualized addiction

treatment care coordination by

• Collaborating with clients to complete biopsychosocial assessments and

develop treatment plans

• Collaborating with providers to ensure care coordination and provider

adherence with individualized treatment plans

• Providing referrals for Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Clinical Support

Services (CSS) and Transitional Support Services (TSS)

• Clinical documentation, reporting, and record keeping
• Provide intake and shared case management care coordination services using

harm reduction, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused modalities

• Facilitate 2–4 weekly therapeutic or recovery groups incorporating Cognitive

Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Group Theory, and Stages of Change

• Deliver both structured, evidence-based and process-oriented group sessions
• Ensure compliance with all confidentiality and documentation standards as per

42 CFR Part II, HIPAA, Department of Public Health (DPH), and Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) policies

• Learn and apply laws and professional standards related to client

confidentiality

• Engage in ongoing evaluation, assessment, and intervention strategies with

individuals, groups and systems

• Participate in regular supervision and training to support skill development

and preparation for future licensure

LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Gain real-world experience using psychological theories and therapeutic

frameworks including Harm Reduction, Stages of Change, Motiva