Clinical Intern
Company: Colorado Dream Foundation
Location: Denver
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: Stipend is provided
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Position: Clinical Intern FLSA Designation:Hourly/Non -Exempt
Classification:Part -Time (.5 FTE) Position Reports to: Therapeutic
Services Manager Overview The Clinical Intern is a key member of
the Beyond Dreams Therapy team at Colorado Dream Foundation (CDF).
This position supports the behavioral and mental health needs of
clients ages four through adulthood. Working under licensed
supervision, the intern provides therapeutic services to clients
and contributes to program facilitation, clinical care, and
community engagement. This role is ideal for graduate students in
their concentration year (social work) or practicum/internship
phase (counseling) who are seeking hands-on clinical experience in
a community-based setting. Upon successful completion of their
internship, Masters-level candidates will be invited to interview
for the Clinical Fellowship Program. Selected fellows will
transition into an Associate Behavioral Health Therapist role,
where they will maintain and grow their caseload, receive a minimum
of eleven months of clinical supervision toward licensure, and
receive an hourly pay increase aligned with their advanced training
and experience. Key Responsibilities: Clinical Service Delivery
Provide direct therapeutic care to clients ages four through
adulthood, including assessment, treatment planning, and ongoing
support. Maintain a caseload of 1012 clients and provide
consistent, high-quality care aligned with trauma-informed and
healing-centered practices. Develop and implement individualized
treatment plans that promote clients emotional, behavioral, and
social well-being. Facilitate or co-facilitate educational and
therapeutic groups for clients and community members as assigned.
Collaboration and Supervision Participate in weekly individual
supervision with a licensed clinician (LPC, LCSW, or LSW) to
support clinical skill development and ensure high standards of
care. Attend and contribute to group supervision sessions with
other interns. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including
youth program team members and external partners, to ensure
coordinated support for youth and families. Data, Documentation,
and Compliance Conduct behavioral health assessments to inform
treatment planning and crisis intervention. Maintain accurate,
timely case notes, reports, and documentation in compliance with
state, federal, and organizational standards. Participate in
quality assurance processes and support data collection to
strengthen program evaluation and reporting. Community Engagement
and Representation Serve as an advocate for youth and families
within the CDF network and the broader community. Maintain strong,
collaborative partnerships with current schools, community
providers, and referral sources to ensure continuity of support for
youth and families. Participate in CDF all-staff trainings,
meetings, and events, contributing to a culture of collaboration
and continuous learning. Schedule may vary based on class
commitments Qualifications & Experience Currently pursuing a
Masters or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related
behavioral health field. For MSW students: must be in the
concentration (second) year of the program. For Counseling
students: eligible for practicum or internship placement.
Developing clinical skills and understanding of child, youth, and
family development. Demonstrated ability to apply holistic,
trauma-informed, and strengths-based approaches. Commitment to
equity, diversity, inclusion, and culturally responsive care.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and
rapport across diverse communities. Flexible, dependable, and able
to manage multiple priorities while maintaining healthy
professional boundaries. Fluency in Spanish (reading, writing, and
speaking) is strongly preferred. Alignment with CDFs core values: A
Seat at the Table, We Not Me, Whatever It Takes, An Inch Wide/Mile
Deep, and Once a Dreamer Always a Dreamer. Demonstrated commitment
to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Flexibility to work
nights, weekends, and special events as needed. Ability to pass a
fingerprint background check. Ability to pass the DMV driving
background check and transport youth to and from sessions when
needed. SALARY AND BENEFITS Colorado Dream Foundation is committed
to fair and equitable compensation. This internship is a paid
position, with hourly rates commensurate with experience and
funding availability. Interns also benefit from: Flexible
scheduling that supports a balanced professional and personal
rhythm Ongoing clinical supervision toward licensure, meeting state
requirements Professional development opportunities, including
advanced trainings, workshops, and conferences Career growth and
mentorship opportunities, with pathways to permanent roles within
CDF or partner organizations Collaborative and supportive team
culture, emphasizing wellness, reflection, and shared learning
Opportunities for leadership development within clinical
programming and community partnerships Colorado Dream Foundation is
dedicated to building a workplace where every team member can grow,
contribute meaningfully, and sustain a long-term career in
community mental health. Colorado Dream Foundation is dedicated to
equal employment opportunities and fair labor practices. Colorado
Dream Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all
individuals based on job-related qualifications and the ability to
perform a job without regard to race, color, gender, gender
identity, gender expression, religious creed, marital status, age,
national origin, creed, ancestry, genetic information, legally
protected medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation, or
on any other basis made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
It is our policy to maintain a non-discriminatory environment free
from intimidation, harassment, or bias based upon these grounds.
Intent and Function of Job Description: This description has been
developed in an attempt to illustrate the job functions and basic
duties, in addition to peripheral tasks that could generally be
considered other duties as assigned. In no instance, however,
should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements be
interpreted as all-inclusive. Supervisors may assign additional
responsibilities and requirements as deemed appropriate.
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