Restorative Pathways Counseling, LLC Undergraduate Internship Placement Zanesville, OH · Intern Company website

Our internship program is designed to provide hands-on experience for students pursuing degrees in mental health and human services. Interns work toward the role of Community Support Specialist while gaining essential clinical, case management, and support skills.

About Restorative Pathways Counseling, LLC

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.

Description

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 responsibilities vary based on education level, placement duration, school program requirements, and training completion. Duties may include:

  • Observing and co-leading individual and group sessions
  • Assisting with therapeutic interventions and psychosocial rehabilitation
  • Supporting clients in accessing community resources and daily living skills
  • Participating in care coordination, documentation, and team meetings
  • Assisting with client assessments (e.g., CANS, intake screenings)
  • Participating in community outreach events
  • Attending supervision, case consultations, and training sessions
  • Participating in indirect tasks such as treatment planning and documentation


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

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


Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program in a behavioral health-related field
  • Minimum one year of academic coursework completed
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills
  • Committed to professionalism and ethical standards
  • Must complete background check and submit all required documentation prior to start
  • Must submit letter of recommendation from faculty member


Additional Details

  • Supervision: Provided weekly by licensed clinicians/supervisors (LISW-S, LPCC-S)
  • Training: Structured onboarding and ongoing professional development
  • Commitment: Minimum of 3 months; preference given to 6–12 month placements
  • Compensation: Compensated for 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