Therapeutic Family Care Internship (Masters Level) at State of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Health & Human Services - Agency 25



Location:

Lincoln, NE



Hiring Rate:

$15.000



Job Posting:

JR2025-00015735 Therapeutic Family Care Internship (Masters Level) (Open)



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Job Description:

Are you a Master's-level student in Social Work, Therapy, Clinical Mental Health, or Clinical Counseling looking for hands-on experience in a dynamic and supportive environment? The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is offering a Therapeutic Family Care Internship designed to provide exposure to real-world applications of behavioral health services while working alongside experienced professionals.



About the Internship:



As an intern, you will gain valuable insight into the work of Behavioral Health Practitioners and the CFS Clinical Team. This internship will provide opportunities to observe clinical processes, participate in special projects, and engage in care coordination efforts-all while developing a deeper understanding of Nebraska's child welfare and behavioral health systems.



Key Responsibilities:

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  Shadowing & Observation: Gain firsthand experience in the work of Licensed Mental Health Practitioners and Behavioral Health teams.
  
  


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  Special Projects: Work on data sets and program-related projects that contribute to behavioral health and therapeutic family care initiatives.
  
  


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  Care Coordination Exposure: Observe interdisciplinary team meetings and learn about the coordination of services for at-risk youth.
  
  


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  Understanding System Operations: Learn about case management, behavioral health assessment processes, and the role of therapeutic family care within DHHS.
  
  

What This Internship Does NOT Include:

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  No Therapy Services: Interns will not provide individual or group therapy, nor will they engage in billable therapeutic services.
  
  


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  Limited Youth Interaction: While you may have opportunities to meet with youth, this will not be in a therapeutic capacity.
  
  

Supervision & Learning Environment:

• Interns will always be supervised by a licensed professional.
  
  


• Assignments and responsibilities will be structured to ensure compliance with internship requirements while maintaining a non-clinical role.
  
  


• Work will align with the operational hours of schools and DHHS offices.
  
  

Requirements / Qualifications




Minimum Qualifications: Coursework/training or experience in public contact, customer service, and/or performing and applying office/clerical support procedures, including the use of a personal computer, associated software, and office equipment.



Preferred Qualifications: Master's level coursework in Social Work, Therapy, Clinical Mental Health, Clinical Counseling, or any other closely related field.



Other: Must be currently enrolled in a college or university.



Why Join DHHS?



At DHHS, we are committed to helping Nebraska's youth and families thrive. This internship is an opportunity to gain practical experience, build professional connections, and enhance your understanding of therapeutic family care models-all while contributing to meaningful work.






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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