EMPLOYMENT
Kids to Love’s Grant Hill Trauma Team is hiring!
We have multiple opportunities for internships both in our office and at our equine therapy site.
Internships are on-site in Madison, Alabama and are unpaid. Equine internships are on-site in Ardmore, Alabama and are unpaid. Hours for internship are flexible and based on applicant’s needs and graduate programs’ requirements. Number of intern slots per semester are limited. For questions about mental health related internships, please contact us at therapy@kidstolove.org.
MENTAL HEALTH INTERN
Clinical intern openings are for Master’s level students who are seeking practicum/internship hours for their graduate program.
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct clinical services under the supervision of licensed professionals, including but not limited to: intake evaluations, assessments, individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy sessions.
- Participate in case conceptualization, treatment planning, and documentation.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support client needs.
- Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards.
- Follow school and program requirements for practicum placements.
Qualifications:
- Must be enrolled in a Clinical Mental Health Master’s program such as Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
- Interest in working with children and families in a therapeutic setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Must complete DHR and criminal background checks and adhere to organizational policies.
Benefits:
- Gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting.
- Receive supervision from experienced clinicians.
- Develop clinical skills essential for future professional practice.
- Contribute to a meaningful mission supporting children and families.
EQUINE INTERN
This internship opportunity is specifically for assisting with our equine therapy program. This includes working in a barn setting and outdoors with horses, and experience with horses is necessary.
Equine Intern openings are for Bachelor’s OR Master’s level students who are seeking practicum/internship hours for their program.
Responsibilities for Bachelor’s level students:
- Welcome clients and help them feel safe in the barn environment
- Observe therapy sessions and assist in taking notes and documentation
- Assist equine therapist as needed during therapy sessions while maintaining professional boundaries with clients
- Support daily care of therapy horses as able (feeding, grooming, etc. ) under supervision
- Help maintain a clean and organized barn environment
- Participate in regular supervision with licensed clinician
- Assist with community engagement events as needed
- Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards
- Follow school and program requirements for practicum placements
Responsibilities for Master’s level students:
- Welcome clients and help them feel safe in the barn environment
- Provide direct clinical services under the supervision of licensed professionals, including but not limited to: intake evaluations, assessments, individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy sessions
- Participate in case conceptualization, treatment planning, and documentation
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support client needs
- Observe therapy sessions and assist in taking notes and documentation
- Assist equine therapist as needed during therapy sessions while maintaining professional boundaries with clients
- Support daily care of therapy horses as able (feeding, grooming, etc. ) under supervision
- Help maintain a clean and organized barn environment
- Participate in regular supervision with licensed clinician
- Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards
- Follow school and program requirements for practicum placements
Qualifications:
- Must be enrolled in a Clinical Mental Health program such as Social Work, Counseling, or a related field