Clinical Internship Program
About JFS Dallas
Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas is a nonsectarian mental health and social services agency that serves anyone regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, or ability to pay. Our mission is to provide effective, accessible, and comprehensive services that promote lifelong self-sufficiency and well-being for the Greater Dallas community.
JFS offers individual and group counseling, couples and family counseling, play therapy, psychoeducational programs, school-based counseling, and evaluation services to more than 26,000 people per year.
Clinical Internship
The Internship Program is designed to improve students’ professional skills by providing direct and indirect client services, attending additional in-house training, and working under close supervision of a licensed mental health practitioner.
JFS is a great site for students who are looking to make a meaningful impact on the community. Students will have the opportunity to work with diverse populations as well as a variety of clinical concerns.
Program at a Glance
- Perform intakes 6 hours weekly
- Maintain a case load of 8-10 clients weekly
- Individual supervision 1 hour weekly
- Group supervision 1 hour weekly (Wednesday at 1:00PM)
- Write progress notes, goals, and treatment plans including DSM-5 diagnosis
- Coordinate treatment with staff and other providers
Internship Expectations
- Commit to internship for two semesters (9 months)
- Carry professional liability insurance
- Maintain file/paperwork compliance
- Participate in maintaining a supportive work environment
- Follow all ethical and professional guidelines
Openings
We are accepting applications from Mental Health accredited master’s or PhD programs.
- Child track (play therapy ages 3-10)
- Adolescent/Adult track (ages 10+)
- Adult track (ages 18+)
- Bilingual Child/Adolescent track (English/Spanish)
How to Apply
Required Materials:
- Curriculum Vitae
- JFS Intern Application
To apply, please email all completed materials to
Beth Coles, LPC-S
bethcoles@jfsdallas.org