Applewood Centers Inc · 9 hours ago
Family Preservation Paid Intern
Cleveland, OH
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20.60/hr - $25/hrApplewood Centers Inc. is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services, and education to children, adolescents, and families. The Family Preservation Intern provides family and individual assessment, counseling, and crisis management to support caregivers, children, and families in Cuyahoga County.
EducationHealth CareMental HealthNon ProfitPsychology
Responsibilities
Submit reports and documents in a timely manner consistent with Child and Family Focused contractual expectations
Work within team setting and coordinate with ongoing DCFS worker and other professionals involved in case
Provide family and individual assessment (if appropriate) to determine treatment and service needs of the family
Integrate DCFS concerns and recommendations into treatment plans
Coordinate treatment needs with FP TBS worker, if appropriate
Identify problems within family system and utilize appropriate interventions to address diverse family needs
Identify needed resources/referrals and make necessary linkages to assist with stabilization and to ensure ongoing support for the family
Analyze appropriate situations in need of crisis intervention and make mandated reports to KIDSLINE, the DCFS caseworker, the family, supervisors and collateral contacts as indicated
Perform all other tasks as required regarding case and documentation management, submits billing documents, consent documents and case tracking as required
Assess for additional needs, including Medicaid-reimbursable services and complete all necessary Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluations, Treatment Plans, and progress notes in accordance with agency and regulatory expectations
Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on-going trainings
All required trainings, certifications and licensure must be kept current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards
Respect the privacy of clients and hold in confidence all information obtained during the client's treatment. All client-related documents should be handled in accordance with Agency guidelines on confidential material
Assure that staff maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
Minimum Bachelor's degree required
Must be enrolled in an accredited Master of Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy program
Valid Ohio Trainee license (Social Work Trainee, Counselor Trainee, Marriage and Family Therapy Trainee), or higher, required
Possesses skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date
Demonstrates awareness, sensitivity and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics
Communicates clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional language
Adheres to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures
Functions effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients and family members
Recognizes problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and driving record that meets the underwriting criteria of the Agency's insurance company
Company
Applewood Centers Inc
Applewood Centers is a private, non-profit agency providing mental health services, social services and education to children, adolescents and families living in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties.
Founded in 1997
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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2026-01-16
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