Internships

Reports to:  Director of Family Counseling Services

Evaluation: Annual evaluation by the Director of Family Counseling Services

Classifications: Exempt/Full-time/Essential

Hours of work: 20 hours/week- 2 evenings/week, occasional weekends

Postgraduate Clinical Fellowship 

 The Postgraduate Clinical Fellowship will provide advanced, intensive training for behavioral health professionals who have received their master's degree in clinical/counseling psychology, clinical social work or couples/marriage and family therapy. One fellowship is available for the 2024-2025 academic year. The Clinical Fellowship offers comprehensive clinical experience, education, research opportunities and professional development.  

 Fellow provides programmatic support to the Family Counseling Program. Services in this program include outreach, assessment, individual/family engagement, planning, and ongoing counseling. Ongoing services include service referral and coordination, crisis intervention, and counseling. The whole team works collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve individual and family goals with an overall emphasis on safety, long-term stability, and self-sufficiency.  

• Fellow will serve as first point of contact for information, scheduling, intake, and assessment.  

• Fellow will provide individual and family counseling under supervision of the Family Counseling Director.  

• Fellow will play an important role in outreach and engagement strategies with established community partners and in creating low barrier paths for individuals and families to engage FCC resources. 

Experience gained: family services, advocacy, collaboration, outreach, and counseling.  

Knowledge gained: intimate partner violence, children exposed to intimate partner violence, evidence-based practices, current service trends, community resources and Bowen family systems theory.   

Clinical Experience 

Fellow will develop and maintain a clinical practice of 20 hours per week. The caseload includes working with individuals, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.   

Using family centered coaching, responsibilities include utilizing a family safety and capacity model, including risk assessment and safety planning, recognizing strengths to build individual and family self-sufficiency and resilience. A range of skills and flexibility is required, including assisting families in navigating systems, accessing resources, and managing crises, as well as engaging in client-led goal setting and working on incremental steps towards goals. The Fellow also monitors progress and evaluates outcomes, participates in program development, and maintains relationships with community partners. 

Individual Supervision* 

Fellow meets one hour per week for individual supervision with the Director of Family Services. All supervised clinical hours accumulated during the fellowship can be used toward licensure per state guidelines. 

Fellow will report directly to the Director of Family Counseling for ongoing task supervision and participate in weekly department meetings, ongoing professional development, and training. Enters and reports data as assigned on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Completes other duties as assigned. Maintains client privacy and confidentiality. 

Learning Opportunities* 

Fellow is invited to attend the Post Graduate Training Program in Bowen Theory offered by the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family. You can visit here to learn more about The Bowen Center and the program. 

Fellow meets weekly for training on the application of family systems theory to work with individuals, families and couples experiencing domestic violence. Each meeting a special clinical research topic is presented and discussed from Bowen Family Systems theoretical context. Each Fellow must present a clinical case at least once during his/her fellowship.  

Professional Development 

Marketing 

Fellow is expected to work with FCC’s outreach and engagement team and the communication team. Fellow will learn ways to develop and promote programs and clinical practice as well as other clinical services offered at The Family Crisis Center of Baltimore County. Opportunities and initiatives may include: 

• Speaking to community groups 

• Meeting with representatives from local schools, social service agencies, hospitals, or corporations 

• Representing The Family Crisis Center of Baltimore County at professional conferences and/or public education and healthcare events 

Administration 

Professional skills are developed through practical experience with the internal operations of The Family Crisis Center of Baltimore County. These activities include: 

• Maintenance of schedules 

• Ongoing communication with your director, supervisor, peers, staff, clients, and community 

• Financial and clinical record-keeping 

• Attendance at bi-monthly staff meetings 

• Other related administrative functions 

  Tasks/Responsibilities:  

• Initial point of contact for program services – outreach, intake, and scheduling  

• Assessment – including risk assessment  

• Safety planning and crisis response  

• Assisting clients in accessing resources and navigating systems  

• Counseling – Individual & Family  

• Ongoing services and monitoring progress  

• Group – assist with facilitation and development  

• Maintenance of client records and data entry  

• Attends meetings, supervision, and training  

Qualifications: 

• Master's degree in a relevant mental health profession.  

• Applicants must have completed at least one graduate course in Couple and Family Therapy or Family Systems-Based Interventions.  

• Ideally, prior experience and demonstrated engagement with family systems theory via internship experience, supervision, or other formal training programs. 

• A minimum of 1-year prior work experience in social services, domestic violence, or human services.  

• Excellent oral and written communications skills with the ability to relate to multiple audiences. 

• Experience working with persons experiencing domestic violence. 

• Outstanding organizational abilities. 

• Demonstrate a passion for the mission of the Family Crisis Center of Baltimore County. 

• Demonstrate commitment to family services through previous work as a professional or volunteer leader in human services or a related field. 

*Please note: Training opportunities are dependent on availability as well as the focus of your postgraduate work. Supervision hours are dependent on the type of licensure you are seeking. 

The Program Services intern provides programmatic support to the Advocacy, Counseling and New Behaviors Programs.  Services in these programs include outreach, assessment, individual/family engagement, assisting with program planning and implementation, and ongoing support activities. Additional work includes service referral, crisis response, and group facilitation. The whole team works collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve individual and family goals with an overall emphasis on safety and long-term stability.

Intern will have the opportunity to learn deeply across three program areas and develop a deeper understanding of a comprehensive response to domestic violence. The primary objective of a Program Services Intern is to assist individuals and families managing the impacts of domestic violence as they establish safety and take steps to become self-sufficient. In addition to providing services, interns strive to improve survivors’ safety and well-being through systems advocacy. This position is a volunteer, unpaid internship.

Intern reports to the Program Services Director and will meet every week for supervision.  Intern will be responsible to Program Services Director as related to work tasks.  Intern will participate in department meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development and training as required.  

Responsibilities:

• Complete necessary training
• Serve as first point of contact for client calls, conduct follow up calls and assist in client
  scheduling and client response
• Assist with resource reviews and identify additional resources
• Assist in smooth program and service delivery – contributing to safety checks, collaboration with support staff, and responding to emergent challenges
• Assist in implementing advocacy plans, projects, and programs
• Assist in outreach and engagement strategies with established community partners and in creating low barrier paths for individuals and families to engage FCC resources. 
• Assist in providing crisis intervention and safety planning for individuals seeking services  diligently maintain client records 
• Assist with coordination and facilitation of client intakes and exits as well as quality client interaction. 
• Assist in guiding clients through the civil and criminal justice process with the central concern always being the clients’ immediate safety and self-determination
• Assist with outreach events. 
• Perform additional duties as needed and when so directed. 
• Enters and reports data as assigned on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. 
• Maintains client privacy and confidentiality.

Organization: The Family Crisis Center of Baltimore County
The Family Crisis Center of Baltimore County (FCC) assists families as they experience the impacts of conflict and violence in Baltimore County. Our vision is to ensure every home is safe, families are thriving, and communities are strong.

Position Summary: We are seeking a motivated and talented individual to join our team as a Communications and Development Intern. The intern will play a crucial role in helping us amplify our organization's mission, raise awareness about Intimate Partner Violence, fundraise, and promote our programs and services.

Responsibilities:

1. Content Creation: Assist in writing and creating engaging content for the organization's website, social media channels, newsletters, and promotional materials. This may include survivor stories, educational resources, event updates, and fundraising campaigns.
2. Social Media Management: Develop and implement social media strategies to increase our online presence and engage with our target audience. This includes posting relevant content, monitoring engagement, and tracking key metrics.
3. Graphic Design: Support the design team in creating visually appealing graphics and illustrations for various platforms, ensuring consistent branding and messaging.
4. Research and Outreach: Conduct research on current trends, best practices, and relevant topics related to IPV and nonprofit communications. Assist in outreach efforts to potential media partners, influencers, and community organizations.
5. Event Support: Assist in planning, promoting, and documenting organization events through various communication channels. This may include event logistics, photography, live updates on social media, and post-event follow-ups.
6. Fundraising Support: Assisting with planning and executing fundraising events or campaigns.
7. Research: Conducting research on potential donors, sponsors, or grant opportunities.
8. Database Maintenance: Developing and maintaining a database of donors, including their contact information and giving history.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Nonprofit Management or related field.
• Interested in a career in the nonprofit sector
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in social media platforms, content management systems, and graphic design tools (e.g.,
  Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Knowledge of or interest in issues related to intimate partner violence.
• Positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Sensitivity, empathy, and respect for survivors of IPV.

Benefits:

• Gain practical experience in nonprofit communications and advocacy.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of survivors of intimate partner violence.
• Mentoring and guidance from experienced professionals in the field.
• Flexible hours and a supportive work environment.

To Apply: Please submit your resume, a cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience, and up to three samples of your written or design work to Brady@familycrisiscenter.net with the subject line "Communications and Development Intern Application - [Your Name]". Applicants must also go to https://www.familycrisiscenter.net/get-involved/internships/ to fill out the required Intern Inquiry Form.

Note: The intern position is unpaid, and we are willing to work with the intern's educational institution to provide credit if needed. We look forward to receiving your application and joining forces in our commitment to supporting survivors and ending intimate partner violence. Together, we can make a difference.