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Clinical Internship at Canopy Mental Health & Consulting (MHC)

The Clinical Intern/Trainee provides outpatient mental health services under clinical supervision while completing degree requirements for a master's-level mental health program (i.e., Social Work, or Clinical Counseling).

The clinical intern/clinical trainee gains hands-on experience in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions with diverse populations, while adhering to ethical, legal, and organizational standards.

This internship is designed to support the clinical intern/clinical trainee's professional development, clinical competence, and readiness for post-graduate licensure and employment.

Internship Details

Start Date: Fall 2026 with a August/September start date depending on your semester start date

Location: Telehealth with in office expectations at our two locations located at 6625 Lyndale Ave. Richfield, MN 55423 and at 615 1st Avenue in Northeast Minneapolis, MN 55413

Schedule: To be determined collaboratively based on clinic needs and academic requirements

Duration: Per academic program requirements - at minimal 16 hours and at maximum 20 hours per week

Reports To

• Clinical Manager
• Clinical Supervisor
• Task Supervisor

Role and Responsibilities

1. Clinical Services

• Conduct diagnostic assessments, and risk assessments under supervision with children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and supervisors
• Provide individual, family, couples and/or group therapy via in-person and telehealth as appropriate to training level
• Monitor client progress and adjust interventions as clinically indicated
• Provide crisis interventions and safety planning when necessary, following clinic protocols and practices

1. Documentation and Compliance

• Complete timely, accurate, and complaint clinical documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR), including:
• Intakes
• Diagnostic Assessments
• Progress notes
• Treatment plans
• Discharge summaries
• Ensure delivery of clinical services are being provided in accordance with agency policies, professional and ethical guidelines.
• Adhere to HIPAA, follow guidelines as governed by Minnesota state statutes, insurance contracts, and clinician's licensing board
• Adhere to ethical standards of the intern/clinical trainee's professional board

1. Supervision & Training

• Participate in required individual and/or group clinical supervision (1x a week individual, and 1x week group consultation)
• Actively seek feedback and demonstrate integration of supervisory guidance
• Attend required trainings, staff meetings, and case consultations
• Engage in self-of-the-therapist reflection and professional growth activities

1. Collaboration & Professional Conduct

• Collaborate and coordinate with multidisciplinary team members, including therapists, case managers, psychiatrists, and administrative staff
• Communicate professionally with referral sources, schools, probation, child protection, and other collateral contacts as appropriate and authorized
• Maintain professional boundaries and uphold clinic values and culture

1. Learning Objectives

• Develop competency in outpatient clinical assessment and diagnosis - appropriate levels of care
• Strengthen therapeutic skills across diverse populations and presenting concerns
• Increase understanding of outpatient clinic operations, workflows, and managed care requirements
• Build confidence in ethical decision-making and professional identity

1. Populations Served

• Children, adolescents, adults, couples and/or families
• Culturally diverse, marginalized and underserved communities

Required Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in a master's-level mental health program (MSW, MA/MS Counseling)
• Internship eligibility as defined by academic program
• Ability to commit to required weekly hours and duration of the internship
• Basic knowledge of clinical theories, ethics, and practice
• Be able to conduct internship duties in-person, and via telehealth

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in outpatient mental health and community-based services
• Experience or coursework related to trauma-informed care and a desire to work with marginalized and underserved populations
• Bilingual or multicultural experience (preferred, not required)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Openness to feedback and learning
• Organizational and time-management skills
• Cultural humility and awareness
• Ability to manage confidential information responsibly

Supervision Provided

• Weekly clinical supervision by a board approved Minnesota Board of Social Work and Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy licensed mental health professional
• Additional support as needed to meet academic and licensure requirements

About Canopy Mental Health & Consulting

Canopy is a values-based mental health organization offering outpatient and online therapy options to best meet our diverse clients' needs. We provide culturally informed therapy services for historically underserved and marginalized populations in the Twin Cities. Canopy provides high quality services with purpose and integrity by collaborating with and supporting individuals, groups, families, and communities in meeting their mental health goals. Canopy aspires to provide a supportive and educational work atmosphere where collaboration and egalitarian decision-making fosters respect and trust among diverse providers.

Our Hiring Process

Our People Operations team is committed to a person-first centered approach to our hiring process. Candidates can view currently open positions and apply online at canopymhc/careers. For all positions, our hiring process includes a virtual screening interview and in-person panel interviews, reference checks and background checks for final candidates.

Persons of color, women, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the People Operations team at . At this time, we are unable to provide company-sponsored visas and are only considering candidates who are eligible to work in the United States.

The above statements are not intended to encompass all functions and qualifications of the position. Rather, they are intended to provide a general framework of the requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other functions not specifically addressed in this job description.

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