Community-Based Behavioral Health Internship: Cleveland, OH

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Job Description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Cleveland, OH 44107Position Type: InternshipCommunity-Based Behavioral Health: Cleveland, OH Master’s of Social Work or Master’s of Clinical Counseling Internship National Youth Advocate Program is accepting internship applications for our Behavioral Health team for the Spring, 2027 and Summer 2027 terms in our Cleveland, OH region.

Working with the Behavioral Health team, you will get hands on experience interacting with youth and families both in the community and in the office. 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, family, foster parents, and community partners. Enrollment in a Master level Social Work or Master’s level Clinical Counseling program required.

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, and on behalf of, 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. Enrolled in an accredited institution for a Master’s Degree in Social Work or Master’s in Clinical Counseling An internship or field placement is a requirement by the institution.

Upon the completion of the internship, the individual would receive credit toward their pursued degree. LSW, SWT or CT licensure required Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.

Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers 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 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 within the community and office settings. They are responsible for coordinating services, maintaining accurate documentation, and participating in weekly supervision to ensure progress toward case plan goals.

Requirements

Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited Master's level Social Work or Clinical Counseling program and hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and appropriate state licensure (LSW, SWT, or CT) are required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Crisis InterventionCommunity OutreachClient AdvocacyInterpersonal SkillsTime ManagementData Entry

Psychology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Psychology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Cleveland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$128k
Typical market rent
$1,391/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.