Student Internship / Practicum Clinician

Chestnut Health Systems is offering a Practicum/Internship opportunity for master’s-level students seeking hands-on clinical experience in substance use and behavioral health treatment. This placement provides direct experience working with adults in residential and intensive outpatient programs, with opportunities to engage across a variety of populations including children (age 5+), adolescents, adults, and seniors. This is an in-person position with exposure to both clinical and program-level work.

Chestnut Health Systems™ is a leading provider of integrated health care services. Since 1973, Chestnut has grown to more than 800 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri. We provide fully integrated care for all our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling under supervision
• Facilitate or co-facilitate psychoeducational and skills-based groups
• Complete assessments, including biopsychosocial evaluations, and assist with treatment planning
• Participate in client intake, case management, discharge planning, and referral services
• Support crisis intervention and provide linkage to community resources
• Deliver services in residential and outpatient treatment settings
• Document services in a timely and professional manner using electronic systems
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and participate in team meetings
• Engage in regular supervision and apply feedback to clinical practice
• Participate in program development, evaluation, and training opportunities
• Gain exposure to macro-level work including administration, policy, advocacy, and research
• Work with diverse populations across areas such as substance use, mental health, housing/homelessness, public health, and criminal justice
• Maintain professionalism, responsibility, and openness to feedback in all aspects of the internship
• Follow all program guidelines, including no client transportation

• Must be a second-year master’s student in a Clinical-Counseling or related program
• Basic computer skills required
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism, responsibility, and willingness to learn
• Willingness to participate in direct care activities after completing required trainings
• Ability to engage in supervision and incorporate feedback into practice
• Some evening availability may be required

Are you intrigued by this opportunity but unsure if it’s the right fit? Chestnut is committed to supporting the next generation of behavioral health professionals through hands-on learning and mentorship. We encourage students from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities. We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care. Chestnut’s research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference.