We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Geriatric Intern to join our team for a 9-month internship/practicum. This internship offers an invaluable opportunity for individuals interested in pursuing a career in geriatric care to gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to various aspects of elder care.
What we can offer:
- An established clinic with consistent referrals
- Supervision: individual and group
- Mileage reimbursement when the intern begins providing billable hours
- PTO and 401k provided, based on billable hours
- Opportunities to provide diagnostic assessments, therapy, consultations, and in-services
- Continuing education opportunities (every 1st & 3rd Monday of the month)
- Employment possibilities following the internship
Structure of the Practicum:
- Each intern will be paired with either Kiana or Bekah as their primary supervisor
- Some facilities may be assigned to the other supervisor * Both interns may be at the same facility where there is a larger caseload
- There will be 3 hours/month of individual supervision and 1 hour/month of group supervision (group supervision will include both interns and both supervisors)
- 3-tier approach:
- Shadowing for a month with Geriatric Clinicians
- Joint sessions with supervisor and intern (as long as appropriate)
- Independent work
What we are looking for:
- Passion for working with older adults in their own environment
- Interest in employment following the internship if a good fit
- Willingness to receive feedback and promptly make changes
- Professional demeanor/ Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Timely and accurate submission of documentation and other documents as required
- Demonstrate emotional intelligence/maturity and model appropriate boundaries
- Ability to work with diverse populations and have an openness/awareness of your bias
- Ability and willingness to travel within the metro area. Must possess a valid driver's license and auto insurance
- Must pass a background check
- Preference is given to applicants with experience in the field
- A minimum number of billable hours is required for the first and second semesters
With a 44-year history, the Associated Clinic of Psychology (ACP) is known throughout the Twin Cities as a leader in preventing, diagnosing, and treating mental health issues. Our commitment to clients is to provide a comprehensive array of mental health services. ACP has several different divisions: clinic-based, nursing home-based, school-based, and community-based services.
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