Celestial Hope Rising Services Intern Mental Health Clinician Baltimore, MD · Intern

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Our agency specializes in providing mental health behavioral services to clients of all ages and backgrounds. Our experienced team of professionals can support individuals, families, and children with various issues. We address generational trauma, parent-child relationship issues, behavioral concerns, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and family conflict in a safe and non-judgmental environment. We aim to help our clients overcome their challenges and build resilience to live their lives fully.

Are you a master’s-level student in Counseling or Social Work looking for a rigorous, supportive, and hire-ready internship experience?

Join Celestial Hope Rising Services (CHRS), a community-based outpatient mental health clinic committed to providing high-quality, culturally responsive care to children, adolescents, adults, and families.

We are now accepting applications for Practicum/Generalist, Advanced/Internship, and Combined placements for the upcoming training year.

Why Intern with CHRS?

• Structured 3-Track Program: Choose from Generalist/Practicum, Advanced/Internship, or a Combined full-cycle placement.
• 1-Week Training Intensive: Compliance, safety, documentation, and clinical skills training completed before you carry a caseload.
• Supervision & Support: Weekly individual supervision with an LCPC (Counseling) or LCSW-C (Social Work) + bi-weekly group supervision.
• Progressive Caseloads: Structured growth from shadowing to independent practice.
• Community Engagement: All interns participate in outreach, psychoeducation, or resource development to broaden their skills.
• Pipeline to Employment: Interns who complete their Advanced Internship/Field Practicum with CHRS are eligible for a guaranteed conditional employment offer as an LGPC or LMSW Clinician (contingent upon passing licensure exam).

Program Tracks

Track A: Generalist / Practicum Placement (Introductory)

• Counseling Practicum: ~100–150 hours (40–50 direct).
• Social Work Generalist Field: ~400–500 hours.
• Light caseload, shadowing, co-leading groups, and case presentation capstone.
• Not hire-eligible, but priority consideration for Advanced placement (pipeline bonus).

Track B: Advanced Field / Internship Placement (Hire-Eligible)

• Counseling Internship: 600+ hours (240+ direct).
• Social Work Advanced Field: 500–600 hours.
• Independent caseload (10–18 clients), group leadership, advanced documentation.
• Capstone: Training, workshop, or program initiative.
• Guaranteed conditional employment offer as Clinician (LGPC or LMSW) upon licensure exam passage.

Track C: Combined (Generalist + Advanced)

• Counseling: 700–750 hours total.
• Social Work: 900–1,100 hours total.
• Complete both phases at CHRS for seamless training.
• Two capstones (Generalist + Advanced).
• Hire-eligible upon completion of Advanced stage and licensure exam.

What We’re Looking For

• Current enrollment in a Master’s in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or Social Work program.
• Ability to meet university requirements for practicum/field placement hours.
• Commitment to learning, cultural humility, and ethical practice.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to engage in rigorous training and feedback.

Interview & Selection Process

Track A (Generalist/Practicum Students)

• Step 1: Application Screening (resume, cover letter, proof of enrollment).
• Step 2: Phone/Video Pre-Screen (20–30 min).
• Step 3: First Interview – Behavioral & Cultural Fit (45–60 min).

👉 Decision Made Here. No second interview or shadowing required.

Track B (Advanced Internship Students) & Track C (Combined Students)

• Step 1: Application Screening.
• Step 2: Phone/Video Pre-Screen (20–30 min).
• Step 3: First Interview – Behavioral & Cultural Fit (45–60 min).
• Step 4: Second Interview – Clinical Skills & Case Scenario (60–75 min).
• Mock intake/treatment plan.
• Documentation exercise.
• Panel interview.
• Step 5: Final Round – Shadowing & Reflection (Half-Day).
• Step 6: Selection & Offer.