Position:  Master's Level Clinical Internship Geriatric
Location:  Minneapolis, MN
Job Id:  1611
# of Openings:  1
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:
  1. Shadowing for a month with Geriatric Clinicians
  2. Joint sessions with supervisor and intern (as long as appropriate)
  3.  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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