Practicum Placement Opportunity: Master of Social Work Internship
Evergreen Recovery Centers – Pregnant and Parenting Women’s Program
Location: Everett, WA | Academic Year: 2025-2026

About the Program:
Evergreen Recovery Centers’ Pregnant and Parenting Women’s Program is a residential treatment program committed to supporting women with substance use and mental health disorders while strengthening parent-child relationships. We provide trauma-informed, client-centered care in a healing environment that encourages stability, recovery, and family reunification.

About the Internship:
We are seeking Master of Social Work (MSW) students who are passionate about working with women, children, and families affected by trauma, addiction, and mental health challenges. This placement offers a unique opportunity to develop clinical skills within both our Mental Health and Infant Mental Health departments under the guidance of experienced social work professionals.

Interns will work with a small caseload of clients and participate in individual, group, and dyadic counseling. Students will receive regular supervision, training opportunities, and exposure to multidisciplinary collaboration in a residential treatment setting.

Key Learning Opportunities and Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and co-lead therapeutic and educational groups on parenting, recovery, trauma, life skills, and wellness.

• Conduct individual counseling sessions for pregnant and parenting women.

• Engage in parent-child dyadic work to promote healthy attachment and bonding.

• Support social-emotional and developmental needs of children in the program.

• Complete biopsychosocial assessments that include cultural and spiritual dimensions.

• Create and implement individualized treatment plans.

• Participate in clinical documentation, progress notes, and treatment reviews.

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including mental health clinicians, childcare staff, and case managers.

• Uphold ethical standards and confidentiality policies.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in a CSWE-accredited MSW program.

• Interest in clinical social work with families and children.

• Strong communication, empathy, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

• Cultural humility and a trauma-informed approach to care.

• Experience in residential, clinical, or child-focused settings is a plus, but not required.

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on clinical experience in a specialized maternal-child treatment setting.

• Training in attachment-based and trauma-informed practices.

• Weekly supervision by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

• Exposure to multidisciplinary teamwork and real-world application of social work theory.

• A meaningful role in supporting the recovery journeys of women and their families.

Apply Today:
If you are a motivated and compassionate MSW student looking to deepen your clinical practice and make a real impact, we invite you to apply for our 2025-2026 internship cohort.

At the micro level, the Evergreen Recovery Centers’ manor Residential Treatment for Pregnant and Parenting Women provides MSW interns with the opportunity to engage directly with clients in a residential treatment setting. Interns will work closely with pregnant and parenting women and their young children, delivering individual counseling, dyadic therapy, and group interventions. Through these hands-on experiences, interns will develop core clinical skills including biopsychosocial assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic engagement. Interns will be supported by licensed clinician who offer supervision and mentorship, helping students grow in their understanding of trauma-informed care, substance use recovery, and maternal mental health.

Interns will also have the opportunity to work with the Infant Mental Health specialist which emphasizes nurturing early parent-child attachment and promoting developmental growth. Students will engage in therapeutic activities that support bonding, positive parenting practices, and the social-emotional development of young children. The micro-level placement fosters strong client relationships and provides rich learning experiences in clinical documentation, cultural responsiveness, and strengths-based intervention—equipping students with the skills needed for advanced practice in family-centered behavioral health settings.

At the macro level, MSW students placed at Evergreen Recovery Centers' Pregnant and Parenting Women’s Program will gain exposure to systems-level practices that influence policy and program development for families involved with the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Given that approximately 95% of the women in the program have active child welfare cases, interns will have the opportunity to understand and engage with interdisciplinary systems, including family court, child protective services, and behavioral health networks. Interns will learn how to advocate for systemic change, support client navigation of complex bureaucracies, and participate in collaborative case coordination meetings. Additionally, they may contribute to program evaluations, data collection, and outcome reporting that informs funding decisions and service improvements for high-risk families.

Students will also develop skills in identifying systemic barriers that impact parenting women with substance use and mental health challenges, including the role of structural racism, poverty, housing instability, and stigma. Under the guidance of seasoned social workers, interns will explore macro-level approaches to trauma-informed and culturally responsive care, particularly in relation to maternal and child well-being. They may assist in the development or refinement of program policies, contribute to community outreach initiatives, and engage with advocacy efforts that aim to shift public perception and influence child welfare reform. This macro perspective complements the intensive clinical training interns receive, preparing them to become holistic and equity-focused practitioners.

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Currently enrolled in a Master of Social Work (MSW) program.

Strong interest in clinical social work, particularly with families.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.

Previous experience in a clinical or residential setting is preferred but not required.

English

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

Updated resume or CV

Cover letter outlining interest in the internship and relevant experience

Contact information for two academic or professional references

Submit applications to: Shermoin Clardy, MSW, LICSW, SUDPT (Sclardy@evergreenrc.org)  Phone: 253-335-8309

Deadline:

Ongoing

For more information about our program and to apply, please visit our website at www.evergreenrc.org.

Evergreen Recovery Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and intern