Intern - Community Support Specialist - Bachelor's level

Overview: Join Our Impactful Team at Health Connect America!   Before you get started on your journey, take some time to learn more about us.  Health Connect America and its brands are leaders in providing mental and behavioral health services to children, families, and adults across the nation. We provide our services directly to those in need whether that be within a person's home, their community, or in one of our office settings. HCA is honored to be a part of the communities we serve and the clients we walk alongside as they embark on a journey to self-improvement and more fulfilling lives. At Health Connect America , we are dedicated to making meaningful connections every day through creating quality, affordable opportunities for individuals and families to achieve their greatest potential in a safe, positive living environment.   Our Brands Responsibilities:

• Provide skills-based services to assist clients and families in meeting identified goals (example: coping skills education, parenting skills training, etc.)
• Work with children, adolescents and/or adults, as assigned
• Link families to resources in the community, based on needs
• Collaborate with other Georgia HOPE/HCA staff and community partners to ensure effective treatment, service provision and case collaboration
• Document case notes in online electronic medical record system (CareLogic)
• Attend regular team meetings
• Attend agency trainings, as needed

• Working towards Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services-related field
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with using the internet and Microsoft Word
• Ability to navigate online electronic medical record system (CareLogic)
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently
• Ability to function as a member for a multi-disciplinary treatment team and work cooperatively with other agency employees
• Ability to conduct oneself professionally and ethically with clients, co-workers and community partners

• Two weeks of onboarding training including shadowing opportunities counting towards direct hours
• Weekly clinical supervision with Licensed Clinical Supervisor
• Interns are considered highly eligible for employment at Georgia HOPE
• Access to free trainings and workshops on a variety of topics to support intern education
• Monthly and bimonthly meetings with other interns to staff cases, discuss topics related to professional development, and provide a sense of camaraderie
• The ability to create your own flexible schedule
• The ability to work remotely when completing admin-related task