Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

About the Role:

The Graduate Clinical Intern position at A Space For Us Counseling and Wellness Center is designed for graduate students seeking hands-on experience in an outpatient mental health setting. Interns will have the opportunity to develop their clinical skills while learning within a supportive, culturally responsive, and integrative environment.

Under appropriate supervision and in accordance with university internship or field-placement requirements, interns may gain experience with client engagement, assessments, treatment planning, clinical documentation, case consultation, and evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Interns will also be introduced to trauma-informed care, mindfulness, somatic techniques, and whole-person wellness practices.

This role is ideal for graduate students who are eager to learn, receptive to feedback, committed to professional growth, and passionate about providing compassionate and culturally responsive mental health care.

What You’ll Gain

Hands-on experience in an outpatient mental health setting

Exposure to individual psychotherapy and client-centered treatment planning

Experience with assessments, progress notes, documentation, and continuity of care

Training in culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices

Exposure to mindfulness, somatic, and integrative approaches

Clinical supervision and professional feedback

Opportunities to participate in case consultation and professional development

Experience working with a diverse client population

Potential consideration for employment after graduation and appropriate New Jersey licensure

Responsibilities:

Provide individual, group, and/or family counseling services under clinical supervision

Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and case notes

Collaborate with supervisors and multidisciplinary team members on client care

Apply evidence-based therapeutic modalities to support client mental health goals

Participate in regular clinical supervision sessions and staff meetings

Adhere to ethical guidelines set by NASW, ACA, or applicable licensing boards

Requirements:

Currently enrolled in an accredited Master's program in Counseling, Social Work, or related field

Completion of required graduate coursework prior to internship placement

Strong interpersonal and active listening skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries

Familiarity with trauma-informed care, CBT, or other evidence-based practices

Reliable, self-motivated, and committed to client-centered care

Must meet program requirements for supervised clinical hours

About Us:

A Space For Us Counseling Inc is a dedicated mental health practice in Gloucester, NJ, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and healing environment for every client we serve. Our team is passionate about breaking down barriers to mental health care and empowering individuals on their journey toward wellness. We pride ourselves on fostering a nurturing workplace where emerging clinicians are mentored, valued, and inspired to grow.