Master's Level Internships/Practicums

Bay State Community Services is offering exciting Master’s Level Internship opportunities for graduate students in Human Services, Social Work, Counseling, or related fields. This internship provides hands-on experience working with diverse populations in [community, clinical, or educational] settings. Interns will gain practical skills in case management, counseling, advocacy, and program development while working under the supervision of experienced professionals in the field.

This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your academic training with real-world experience and contribute to our mission of fostering individual, family, and community empowerment through a culturally competent continuum of social, behavioral health, substance use recovery, prevention and rehabilitative justice programs. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with intake assessments, case planning, and service coordination for individuals and families in need of support.
• Provide direct services such as individual or group counseling, crisis intervention, and advocacy.
• Collaborate with supervisors to develop and implement client treatment plans and monitor progress.
• Participate in client outreach, workshops, and educational programming to promote community resources and services.
• Support data collection, case documentation, and reporting to ensure compliance with organizational standards and funding requirements.
• Attend supervision sessions, staff meetings, and training workshops to enhance professional development.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards as required by state and federal laws.

Qualifications:

Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Human Services or any closely related Human Services field

Strong Computer Skills

Experience with systems (e.g. DMH, EEC, DCF) preferred but not required

Experience working with youth and families 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

Additional skills with spoken and written languages are desirable

Ability to work a flexible schedule

Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Contact Information:

[email protected]

857-374-5669