Bachelor Internships/Practicums

Why should I choose Sarah Reed Children's Center for my internship or practicum?

• Get real life experience working in the mental health field
• It isn’t just an internship, you will actively participate in client treatment, knowing you are making a difference
• Explore the various departments and functions within a mental health organization
• Work closely with and be a part of a team of professionals focused on the individual needs of children and adolescents in our care
• Observe trauma-informed care and treatment, utilizing the Sanctuary Model
• Have the freedom to work on your own individual project pertaining to the organization

Where could I be placed?

We currently offer Bachelor level internship and practicum opportunities in the following programs:

Partial Hospitalization

The Partial Hospitalization program offers a level of care that enables stabilization of a child’s emotional and behavioral disturbances with a therapeutically supported diversion from inpatient care. The goal of the program is to restore a level of functioning that enables the child to successfully return to a regular school setting, re-enter the community, and improve overall family functioning.

Residential Treatment Program

Our Residential Treatment Program is structured for children whose needs and safety concerns require a 24-hour treatment environment. We have five living units that provide a total of 76 licensed beds on our six-acre campus.

What would I do during my placement?

May vary by program

• Assist team members with job responsibilities and essential tasks associated with their clinical support positions
• Provide support in classroom or residential setting with behavior monitoring and therapeutic interactions
• Model and teach a psych-education curriculum that focuses on the Sanctuary Model
• Gain education on trauma-informed care, HIPAA, cultural competencies, and professional ethics
• Attend trainings in Safe Crisis Management
• Utilize your creativity to plan group activities and/or create incentive programs
• Exposure to clinical documentation
• Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions
• Grow in problem solving, empathy, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution