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Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Saint Paul

AI generated summary

  • You must be an enrolled student in an accredited alcohol and drug counseling program, preferably in your final semesters with most classes passed.
  • You will provide clinical services, collaborate with the treatment team, and implement evidence-based interventions while focusing on ethical practices and multicultural considerations.

Requirements

  • Must be a student at time of practicum or internship, meaning enrolled in a program in alcohol and drug counseling at an accredited educational institution, or who is taking an alcohol and drug counseling course or practicum for credit.
  • Preference for students who are in their final semesters and have had passed the majority of their classes within their degree program.

Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical services in coordination with the treatment team consistent with Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation’s Standards of Care and the 12-Core functions of alcohol and drug counseling. Development of clinical competency and ethical practice.
  • Analyze, integrate, synthesize, and practice professionalism in clinical placement
  • Analyze, integrate, synthesize, and practice assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning
  • Analyze, integrate, synthesize, and practice theory- and evidence-based methods to implement interventions
  • Analyze, integrate, synthesize, and practice ethical principles in clinical practice
  • Analyze, integrate, synthesize, and practice multiculturalism in clinical practice

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Alcohol/Drug Counselor Intern?

The primary responsibilities include providing clinical services in coordination with the treatment team, developing clinical competency, practicing professionalism, and engaging in the 12-Core functions of alcohol and drug counseling.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be a student enrolled in a program in alcohol and drug counseling at an accredited educational institution or taking an alcohol and drug counseling course or practicum for credit at the time of the internship.

Is there a preference for certain candidates?

Yes, preference is given to students who are in their final semesters and have passed the majority of their classes within their degree program.

What skills or practices will I develop during this internship?

Interns will analyze, integrate, synthesize, and practice professionalism, assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, evidence-based methods for interventions, ethical principles, and multiculturalism in clinical practice.

What is the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation's mission?

The mission of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is to provide hope and healing for individuals experiencing addiction to alcohol and other drugs through a comprehensive ecosystem approach.

What benefits does the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation offer to its employees?

The foundation offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive health, dental, and vision plans, a retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time-off, and tuition reimbursement.

Does Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation prioritize diversity and inclusion?

Yes, the foundation values diversity and inclusion among its colleagues, as it is critical to their success in providing healing and hope for individuals, families, and communities affected by addiction.

How can I apply for the Alcohol/Drug Counselor Intern position?

Interested candidates can apply through the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation's official career page or their designated application portal.

Are interns required to have previous counseling experience?

Previous counseling experience is not explicitly required, but it may be beneficial for candidates to have relevant exposure or coursework in the field of alcohol and drug counseling.

What kind of supervision will interns receive during their internship?

Interns will receive clinical supervision and support from experienced professionals as part of their integration into the treatment team.

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Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation

Hazelden Betty Ford's drug and alcohol treatment services are in-network with most insurance carriers.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1949
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is the nation's largest nonprofit treatment provider, with a legacy that began in 1949 and includes the 1982 founding of the Betty Ford Center. With 17 sites in California, Minnesota, Oregon, Illinois, New York, Florida, Massachusetts, Colorado and Washington, the Foundation offers prevention and recovery solutions nationwide and across the entire continuum of care for youth and adults. The Foundation includes: •The nation's largest recovery publishing house •A fully-accredited graduate school of addiction studies •A dedicated addiction research center •Intensive educational programs for medical students and professionals •Community and school-based prevention programs and services •Unique family and children’s programs •An influential institute for recovery advocacy and policy Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Our collective ability to meet the challenges of today and thrive in the future is directly connected to having a diverse workforce, an inclusive culture, a strong presence in diverse communities, and the provision of culturally responsive care. To that end, in early 2019, the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation embarked on a strategic and sustainable journey for change in procedures, decision-making processes and the allocation of resources.