Casework Intern

The intern is working toward obtaining a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Counseling at an accredited university.  Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch seeks to partner with students to provide internship hours and field instruction necessary to complete their degree.  ​

The purpose of the field work program is to provide a practical, service-oriented experience in which the student’s knowledge and skills can be demonstrated and applied, enhanced and appraised.  As such, the intern will shadow an assigned mentor from the counseling department who is responsible for the provision of case management/counseling services to the residents of Cal Farley's Boys Ranch. The intern will shadow an assigned counselor who acts as liaison between residents, families, and outside agencies and provides crisis intervention for residents.

1. Exhibits regular and punctual attendance.

2. Assists in the design, implementation and evaluation of Boys Ranch clinical interventions for identified residents in accordance with appropriate therapeutic practices.

3. Collaborates with Boys Ranch staff to assess and refer residents for external contract services, medication reviews and POS design.

4. Attends and participates in weekly team meetings for assigned clients.

5. Attends and participates in Intensive Team Meetings and assists in developing team-centered approaches for residents who are struggling.

6. Assists in the design, facilitation and evaluation of therapeutic group processes.

7. Assists in the implementation and operation of the childcare program in accordance with the Cal Farley’s Model of Leadership and Service.

8. Provides crisis intervention for residents to include the use of approved verbal and physical intervention techniques and appropriate assessments regarding specific incidents of abuse or potential abuse involving residents.

9. Exhibits appropriate interaction with residents.

10. Assists in the coordination and facilitation of the “transfer of learning” as it relates to significant clinical issues affecting a child’s milieu.

1. Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree from an accredited university in Social Work, Child Psychology, Counseling, Human Services Administration or related field is required.

2. Basic competency in Microsoft Office for Windows applications (word processing, database, spreadsheet, e-mail, presentation graphics, etc.) is required.

3. Must be proficient in general office equipment operation.

4. Must possess exceptional time management and detail-orientation skills.

5. Must be at least 18 years of age.

6. Must possess a valid driver’s license.