Restorative Pathways Counseling, LLC 2027 Graduate Practicum/Internship Placement Zanesville, OH · Intern Company website

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Restorative Pathways Counseling is a privately owned and operated mental health practice dedicated to helping individuals and families live healthier, more connected lives. Since 2017, we’ve grown from a solo practice to a thriving group practice offering counseling, case management, groups, workshops, and private therapeutic retreats. We are accredited by The Joint Commission, certified by OHMAS and Ohio Medicaid, and recognized as both an NHSC and Great Minds Fellowship site. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, growth, integrity, and whole-person support - for both clients and team members. We prioritize accessible, high-quality care for a variety of populations, including children, the LGBTQ+ community, and those healing from trauma, including religious trauma.

Are you ready to launch your career in behavioral health and make a real impact in your community? Join us at Restorative Pathways Counseling (RPC), where we invest in your growth and empower you to thrive.

Intern duties will expand with training and supervisor approval. Responsibilities may include:

• Conducting biopsychosocial assessments and identifying client strengths, needs, and barriers
• Participating in the diagnosis and treatment planning process under supervision
• Providing individual and/or group counseling sessions using evidence-based, trauma-informed methods
• Creating and updating case conceptualizations and treatment plans
• Utilizing clinical tools and symptom measures to monitor treatment progress
• Documenting services in accordance with agency policy and clinical standards
• Participating in crisis response and coordination of care with other providers
• Making appropriate referrals to internal or external supports
• Collaborating with families, medical professionals, probation officers, and other community partners
• Maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and ethical codes
• Participating in weekly supervision, clinical consultations, and required trainings
• Attending monthly 1:1 meetings with the Clinical Director for support and feedback

Learning Opportunities & Tracks

Interns may choose to focus in specialized areas, such as:

• Children & Adolescents
• Marginalized Populations
• Families
• Substance Use & CDCA Certification 
• CANS Certification through OhioRISE

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a graduate program in counseling, social work, or related field
• Eligible for trainee status with the Ohio CSWMFT Board (proof of status required prior to seeing clients) 
• Able to commit to a minimum of 3 months (6–12 months preferred)
• Willing to complete a background check and submit all documentation prior to start
• Must submit a letter of recommendation from a faculty member
• Committed to growth, professionalism, and ethical practice

Additional Details

• Supervision: Provided weekly by licensed clinicians/supervisors (LISW-S, LPCC-S)
• Training: Structured onboarding and ongoing professional development
• Compensation: Paid clinical time; potential to transition to paid employment in qualified roles as clinical time increases
• Schedule: Flexible, based on academic schedule, student, and site needs/availability. Schedules are consistent and predictable once set by the student and site. A combination of 2 evening (until 7pm)/weekend shifts required weekly