Employment/Internship

CEC is committed to training 10 interns per year: 5 beginning each spring, 5 beginning each fall.

What you will learn at CEC:
Individual counseling: CEC mainly provides individual therapy. You will receive training and supervision to help you provide effective therapy. Your caseload will eventually build up to 12 weekly clients (or more depending on school requirements). You will also work with children and adolescents as well. With the training, supervision, and consultation CEC provides, you will maintain one child and one adolescent client on your caseload during your time with us. If you find you enjoy working with one or both of those population you can certainly see more.
Family/couples counseling: We partner with a local marriage and family agency to provide consultation/training for couples and family work. During your internship you will be expected to see at least one or two couples or families. If you enjoy that work, you may certainly ask for more.
Group counseling: We also partner with Project 127 to participate in the EchoFlex group which provides support for adopted families. Each intern will help co-facilitate one of the the 8-week groups, which has been held in the evenings over one to two nights, for about 3 hours per week. Sometimes it has just been virtual, sometimes it has been one night in person and one night virtual per week. It is up to them how they run it for the 8 weeks.
Local collaboration: We are members of groups and councils in Grand Junction and attend monthly meetings. To a more limited degree, an intern could be a representative for our agency by attending a monthly meeting and giving and taking information on what they do and how we can be involved.

Job Description for Mental Health Counselor/Social Work Intern
REPORTS TO: Assigned Supervisor and/or Clinical Director
START DATE: Spring and Fall
POSITION SUMMARY: In accordance with CEC Employee and Agency Policies and Procedures this position will provide quality mental health counseling services.
EDUCATION AND JOB REQUIREMENTS: Participation in a Master’s Degree in Counseling, Family and Marriage Counseling, and or Social Work from an accredited or CACREP equivalent University
Must have proof of Malpractice Insurance and “No danger to children” fingerprint results
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY: Knowledge of modern counseling practices and method, which are guided by evidence of the best professional practices
Knowledge of existing professional ethical and legal standards
Knowledge of good customer service and excellent people skills
Ability to use a computer and other technology including cloud-based systems.
Ability to make good decisions based on CEC philosophy and procedures
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Attend Intern Orientation and complete all required trainings
Attend weekly supervision and staff meeting
Provide individual therapy and maintain a designated caseload
Actively participate in Feedback Informed

Treatment and the utilization of My Outcomes, the Outcome Rating Scale and the Session Rating Scale. Work as a team member.
Promote the philosophy and mission of the Counseling & Education Center, Inc.
Maintain clear and accurate client records. Participate in CEC fundraising and promotional events as needed.
Participate in co-leading 8 week group education experience with our partner agency
Other Duties as assigned.
ABOUT THE AGENCY: The Counseling and Education Center (CEC) is a non-profit organization beginning it’s 43rd year of service to our community. CEC provides mental health counseling to anyone in need. There are no eligibility requirements and through access of a sliding scale work with people who have no insurance or are underinsured. Services for people ages 3 to 70+
BENEFITS: Weekly Supervision, 12-hour Orientation, 14+ hours of Online Training, Employee Assistance Program, eligibility for hire after graduation, and future participation Colorado Health Service Corp and Public Service Loan Forgiveness programs. To apply email resume to [email protected]