JOB DESCRIPTION

Field Placement and Practicum: Master's level clinical intern position — Counseling and Social Work students welcome.

Sunset Counseling Services is accepting applications for a Master's Level Clinical Intern to join our outpatient therapy and counseling team. This practicum and field placement opportunity is designed for graduate students in their second year of a Master's program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, or a closely related behavioral health field. You will gain supervised, hands-on clinical experience in an outpatient setting while contributing to meaningful client care. All intern services are provided on-site from our office, and individual and group clinical supervision are provided in person.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a clinical intern, you will develop and refine your therapeutic skills under the guidance of licensed clinicians. Your estimated weekly time commitment will be approximately 17 to 21 hours, structured as follows:

• A minimum of 12 to 15 face-to-face clinical hours per week providing individual, couples, group, and/or family therapy sessions using evidence-based treatment approaches
• Approximately 4 to 5 hours per week dedicated to clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plan development, and required recordkeeping
• 1 hour per week participating in a team clinical consultation meeting to support skill development, case collaboration, and clinical growth

CLINICAL FOCUS

Our agency serves children, adolescents, adults, and couples. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to work with the populations and presenting concerns that best align with your clinical interests and training goals. Our highest areas of clinical need include anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Please note that we are not a substance abuse treatment facility and do not provide services where substance use is the primary diagnosis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct individual, couples, group, and/or family therapy sessions grounded in evidence-based approaches under clinical supervision
• Collaborate with clients throughout the treatment planning process, actively involving them in setting therapeutic goals appropriate to their presenting concerns
• Develop, implement, and maintain individualized treatment plans tailored to each client's needs, with regular review and updates guided by supervisory feedback
• Build and maintain a caseload of 12 to 15 direct client contact hours weekly, ensuring continuity of care throughout the internship placement
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with organizational, ethical, and regulatory standards
• Participate in weekly clinical consultation meetings and additional training opportunities offered by the practice

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled in the second year of a Master's program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, or a closely related field
• Completing practicum, field placement, or internship requirements through an accredited graduate program
• Demonstrated interest in evidence-based therapeutic approaches and outpatient mental health care for children, adolescents, adults, and/or couples
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a genuine ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to professional development and ethical clinical practice

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND SCHEDULE

• Monday through Friday schedule; no on-call responsibilities and no weekend hours required
• All services are provided on-site from our office location; interns deliver both in-person and telehealth sessions from the office
• Full administrative support provided: our office manager handles client scheduling, insurance claims, billing, and related administrative tasks
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic coursework and program requirements

SUPERVISION AND TRAINING

We are committed to the development of emerging clinicians. Interns at Sunset Counseling Services receive both individual and group clinical supervision, provided in person at our office. Supervision is structured to meet the requirements of your academic program and to support your growth as a future licensed mental health therapist or counselor.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Stipend available for qualifying intern placements
• Individual and group clinical supervision provided in person at no cost
• Supervised clinical experience in a supportive outpatient practice setting with direct client contact from the start of your placement
• Exposure to a collaborative team environment that values mentorship, clinical growth, and professional readiness
• Administrative support so you can focus on learning and client care rather than billing and scheduling
• Real-world preparation for licensure and independent practice as a mental health therapist or counselor

WHY SUNSET COUNSELING SERVICES

• Hands-on clinical training with direct client contact across diverse populations including children, adolescents, adults, and couples
• Structured individual and group in-person supervision from licensed professionals
• A practice culture that invests in the development of emerging clinicians through mentorship and meaningful clinical experience
• A Monday through Friday, no-weekends, no-on-call environment that supports your academic schedule and well-being

If you are a graduate student seeking a meaningful clinical practicum or field placement where you can develop your counseling skills, serve the community, and grow as a future mental health professional, we encourage you to apply.