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Description
Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization providing a full range of inpatient, outpatient, and residential behavioral health services for children, adults and families.
We serve more than 5,600 clients each year and employ more than 600 caring professionals, who provide hope and healing when it’s needed most.
KMHS became a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) in 2023. As a CCBHC, we are working to expand access to high-quality care, be responsive to the community’s needs, coordinate behavioral and physical health care, and meaningfully involve clients and their families in clients’ care and the overall direction of KMHS.
KMHS’ on-site Madrona Day Treatment (MDT) program serves K-12 students throughout Kitsap and surrounding counties. Staffed by a supervisor, therapists, special education teacher, and behavior interventionists, MDT combines evidence based interventions, a supportive therapeutic environment, counseling, case management, and individualized academic instruction to empower a student’s success in a traditional school setting. Students’ develop self-esteem, skills, and gain access to resources needed to feel confident in their ability to return to their district school. MDT staff collaborate with the student’s usual district to plan a successful transition. MDT operates Monday through Friday during the school calendar.
Micro
Individual behavior management and counseling, crisis intervention, group therapy/social skills, family counseling when applicable, school social work
Mezzo
Work with community partners and school districts to provide resources and meet educational needs of clients
Macro
Reviewing applicable state and federal laws as it relates to special education may also be a component of practicum
Required Experience
EDUCATION: Within 1 year of completing a degree in psychology, social services, or behavioral health.
EXPERIENCE: Entry Level (no experience required)
How to Apply
Apply with an updated resume to the KMHS Internship posting using the link below. Select which program(s) you are interested in.
http://app.jobvite.com/m?3Cv0nnwm
If you have any questions, email recruitment@kmhs.org
