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West Palm Beach, Florida

Behavioral Health Internship: West Palm Beach, FL

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Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: West Palm Beach, FL 33407Position Type: InternshipWe are seeking a Master's Level Intern to join our Behavioral Health Team in West Palm Beach, Florida.

To learn more about the program, please see the information below: nyap.org Position Summary: National Youth Advocate Program is accepting internship applications for our Behavioral Health team in West Palm Beach, FL for the Spring 2027 semester.

Working with the Behavioral Health team, you will get hands on experience working with youth and families. You will also have the opportunity to observe other therapeutic areas throughout the agency to gain insight to the communities and clients we serve.

This position works closely with youth, families, foster parents, and community partners. This opportunity is for students enrolled in a Master of Social Work program from an accredited College or University.

Your Internship Experience May Include: Providing appropriate individual, group, and family mental health services, case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served.

Traveling as needed, to provide community-based services to youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements. Completing all required documentation in a timely manner. Completing all required training in a timely manner.

Coordinating and monitoring services for the youth and family in the community, for mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational, and social services. Regularly reviews and modifies youth-based plans to assure consistent progress and success on written plan goals.

Assisting in family reunification and/or stabilization efforts with the youth's primary family or other permanent living arrangements consistent with the youth's case plan. Actively participates in the weekly supervision process.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution. Must be enrolled in a Master of Social Work program from an accredited College or University. An internship or field placement must be a requirement by the institution.

Upon the completion of the internship, the individual would receive credit towards their pursued degree. Experience working in direct service with youth and families is strongly preferred. A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours.

Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function. Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.

Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

Driving and Vehicle Requirements: Valid driver’s license Reliable personal transportation Good driving record Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability Ready to make an impact? We invite you to apply today! nyap.org Qualifications

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

Key Responsibilities

The intern will provide mental health services, case management, and support to youth and families in the community. They will also coordinate services, maintain documentation, and participate in weekly supervision to ensure progress on treatment goals.

Requirements

Candidates must be enrolled in a Master of Social Work program and hold a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and appropriate automobile insurance are required.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Crisis interventionCommunity outreachClient advocacyTime managementCommunicationData entryProfessionalism

Social Worker Career Context

Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 52% are remote, 20% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Social Work listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,492 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in West Palm Beach

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$470k
Typical market rent
$2,377/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

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