Internships at Champaign Counseling 

We are currently accepting applications for graduate student interns.

Internships at Champaign Counseling focus on building your toolbox and confidence as a future clinician.

At Champaign Counseling, we believe in creating the best atmosphere for our clients and employees and giving back to our community. Our mission is to help members of our communities reconnect with the things that are truly important and thrive, both in their own lives and in their relationships. We strive to make wellness a down to earth practice. Our vision is to eliminate mental health stigma by creating awareness of, appreciation for, and acceptance of mental health self-care. We are a fun, dynamic, and collaborative team who values working together to help to improve the health and wellness of our communities.

Internship Qualifications:

  • Agree to and pass background check 
  • Ability to work sensitively with diverse populations 
  • Completed or working toward a masters degree, preferably in a related field (e.g., Human Services, Counseling, Social Work) 
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written 
  • Previous internship or related experience working with clients in a social service setting is a plus 
  • Must be computer literate (working knowledge of word processing, PowerPoint, Excel)
  •  Self-motivated, good organizational and interpersonal skills, detail-oriented, ability to multitask and prioritize 
  • Ability to ensure the confidentiality of Champaign Counseling clients

 

A day in the life of an intern...

...may look like completing thorough assessments and providing treatment to children, teens, and adults in individual, couple, or family therapy. Interns may also co-facilitate psychoeducational, therapy, and/or support groups.

Champaign Counseling seeks to work with students who are committed to working with and are interested in developing an expertise with children, teens, and adults who have experienced trauma and/or depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder. Applicants who have previous experience working with children and families and have knowledge of trauma treatment are preferred.

We seek candidates who are eager to learn and show grit and passion for the mental health field. Prospective interns must be in a graduate degree program in the mental health counseling field, such as MSW, LPC or other related programs.

Office Culture at Champaign Counseling

  • We value our people. Each person at Champaign Counseling is an integral part of the business

  • Always having fully stocked snacks and coffee (we love to keep our team full and caffeinated!)

  • Life happens. We promote work-life balance and encourage employees to take time for their families, their hobbies, and their personal self-care.

  • We never stop practicing good communication. Communication is complicated and is something we, as a team, are constantly working to improve.

  • A welcoming environment that values connection with each other.

 

For more information or to apply to our internship program, email [email protected] or call 217-203-2008.

 

“I define a leader as anyone who takes responsibility for finding the potential in people and processes.”

- Brene Brown

To learn more information about our internship program or to apply, please email [email protected] or call (217) 203-2008. 

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