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Position: Internship - Behavioral Health Equity
Location: Voice Up Publishing Inc. (Remote)
Duration: 10-12 weeks, flexible hours.
Compensation: Academic Credit or Volunteer and Professional Letter of Recommendation from the award-winning Founder.
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Behavioral Health Equity Internship
Remote Position | Flexible Schedule
About Voice Up
We are mobilizing college students to help improve our world.
Overview
Join a forward-thinking behavioral health organization at the forefront of healthcare innovation. This internship offers aspiring social work professionals the opportunity to explore and develop cutting-edge approaches to behavioral healthcare delivery, with a specific focus on serving traditionally underserved communities. Work directly with executive leadership to learn how innovative clinical and community-based approaches can transform behavioral health outcomes for diverse populations.
Position Details
- Duration: 3 to 4 months / flexible
- Schedule: 100% remote with flexible hours
- Compensation: Non-paid internship; eligible for academic credit
- Available Positions: 4 openings
- Requirements: Current undergraduate or graduate student in Social Work or related field
- Benefits: Professional letter of recommendation upon successful completion
Learning Objectives
Interns will develop expertise in:
- Innovative behavioral health delivery models targeting underserved populations
- Cultural competency and health equity frameworks
- Integration of technology and traditional clinical approaches
- Community-based participatory research methods
- Social determinants of health and their impact on behavioral health
- Evidence-based practices for diverse populations
- Collaborative care models between clinical social workers and community health workers
Key Responsibilities
- Research and analyze innovative behavioral health interventions
- Study successful community health worker programs
- Participate in developing culturally responsive treatment approaches
- Assist in designing community engagement strategies
- Document best practices for reaching underserved populations
- Contribute to health equity initiatives
- Analyze barriers to care and develop solutions
- Support development of community partnership programs
Innovation Focus Areas
- Digital mental health interventions
- Cultural adaptation of evidence-based practices
- Community health worker integration models
- Mobile health solutions for remote communities
- Social media and technology-based outreach strategies
- Preventive mental health programs
- Crisis intervention innovations
- Collaborative care delivery systems
Qualifications
Required:
- Current enrollment in undergraduate or graduate social work program
- Demonstrated interest in health equity and innovation
- Strong cultural competency skills
- Experience with or interest in underserved communities
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Commitment to social justice in healthcare
- Reliable internet connection and computer access
Preferred:
- Previous experience working with diverse populations
- Knowledge of healthcare disparities and challenges
- Familiarity with digital health tools
- Multilingual abilities
- Experience in community organizing or advocacy
Learning Environment
Interns will:
- Collaborate with innovative healthcare leaders
- Participate in virtual innovation workshops
- Engage with community health workers
- Learn from successful community programs
- Develop skills in cultural competency
- Explore emerging technologies in behavioral health
- Connect with other forward-thinking professionals
Projects & Deliverables
- Development of innovative outreach strategies
- Analysis of community health worker programs
- Research on technology integration in behavioral health
- Cultural competency framework development
- Community engagement plan creation
- Final presentation on innovative solutions
- Portfolio of project work
- Impact assessment reports
Professional Development
- Mentorship from industry innovators
- Exposure to cutting-edge behavioral health practices
- Network building with community health leaders
- Training in latest digital health tools
- Understanding of policy and systemic change
- Skills in program development and evaluation
- Experience in cross-cultural communication
Research Opportunities
- Study effective community health worker models
- Analyze digital health intervention outcomes
- Explore cultural adaptation of treatments
- Investigate social determinants of health
- Research community engagement strategies
- Evaluate innovative service delivery models
Application Process
Send to info@ellingtonbooks.com
Interested candidates should submit:
1. Resume/CV
2. Cover letter highlighting commitment to innovation and health equity
3. Example of your best writing
Equity Statement
Our organization is committed to advancing health equity and fostering innovation in behavioral healthcare delivery. We actively seek diverse perspectives and experiences to enhance our ability to serve all communities effectively. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, especially those who represent the communities we serve.
Careers in Behavioral Health by J Ellington
Behavioral Health Mentor Internship
Behavioral Health Mentor Internship
Voice Up Publishing Inc.
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About Us
Voice Up Publishing Inc. is an innovative social impact organization committed to diversifying and strengthening the behavioral health workforce. Our mission extends to early intervention in high schools and comprehensive support for undergraduate students pursuing therapy careers, including faith-based counseling pathways.
Position Overview
We seek a passionate Behavioral Health Mentorship Coordinator Intern to develop and implement a comprehensive dual-track mentorship program that addresses two critical needs:
1. Increasing representation of people of color in behavioral health professions
2. Supporting undergraduate students pursuing therapy careers, including faith-based counseling
Program Impact Goals
Diversity in Behavioral Health
- Increase representation of communities of color in therapy professions
- Create early exposure to behavioral health careers
- Build sustainable pipelines from high school to practice
- Address cultural barriers in behavioral health education
- Support intergenerational mentorship
Career Development Support
- Guide undergraduate students toward therapy careers
- Integrate faith-based counseling perspectives
- Create strong professional networks
- Develop cultural competency
- Build sustainable support systems
Key Program Components
High School Track: "Future Therapists of Color"
1. **Early Exposure Program**
- Career exploration workshops
- Professional shadowing opportunities
- Mental health awareness education
- Cultural competency discussions
- Community impact understanding
2. **Academic Preparation**
- College readiness support
- Scholarship information
- Application guidance
- Course selection advice
- Study skills development
3. **Cultural Enhancement**
- Cultural identity in therapy
- Community needs assessment
- Cultural healing practices
- Representation importance
- Community connection
Undergraduate Track: "Pathway to Practice"
1. **Academic Support**
- Graduate school preparation
- Licensure requirement overview
- Specialization guidance
- Research opportunities
- Clinical exposure
2. **Faith-Based Integration**
- Faith and counseling integration
- Spiritual counseling approaches
- Religious community needs
- Ethical considerations
- Multi-faith perspectives
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Key Responsibilities
Program Development
- Design mentorship frameworks
- Create educational materials
- Develop assessment tools
- Build support networks
- Establish community partnerships
- Create tracking systems
Mentorship Coordination
1. **High School Program**
- Partner with local schools
- Recruit student participants
- Match with mentors
- Coordinate shadowing experiences
- Track student progress
2. **Undergraduate Program**
- University partnerships
- Faith community outreach
- Professional networking
- Clinical site coordination
- Graduate school guidance
Resource Creation
- Career guidance materials
- Cultural competency guides
- Faith integration resources
- Academic preparation tools
- Professional development resources
- Community engagement guides
Required Qualifications
- Background in behavioral health or related field
- Experience with mentorship programs
- Strong cultural competency
- Understanding of faith-based counseling (preferred)
- Excellent communication skills
- Program coordination experience
- Community engagement skills
Program Initiatives
High School Focus
1. **Career Exposure**
- Professional panels
- Job shadowing
- Field visits
- Career fairs
- Student conferences
2. **Academic Support**
- College preparation
- Study skills
- Application support
- Financial aid guidance
- Scholarship information
3. **Cultural Component**
- Identity development
- Community connection
- Cultural healing traditions
- Representation discussions
- Family engagement
Undergraduate Focus
1. **Professional Development**
- Graduate school preparation
- Licensure planning
- Specialization exploration
- Research participation
- Clinical exposure
2. **Faith Integration**
- Spiritual counseling methods
- Religious community needs
- Ethics and boundaries
- Multi-faith approaches
- Community engagement
3. **Clinical Preparation**
- Observation opportunities
- Skills development
- Case studies
- Supervision exposure
- Practice integration
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Success Metrics
- Program participation rates
- College acceptance rates
- Graduate school admissions
- Professional placement
- Community engagement
- Cultural competency development
- Faith integration success
Position Details
- 100% Remote position
- Flexible schedule
- Academic credit or volunteer position
- Duration: 3 months minimum
- Time Commitment: 10 to 15 hours per week
Support Provided
- Professional supervision
- Program development guidance
- Resource access
- Technology platforms
- Network connections
- Professional development
- Community partnerships
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How to Apply
Send to info@ellingtonbooks.com
Please submit:
- Resume
- Cover letter highlighting:
- Mentorship experience
- Cultural competency
- Faith-based understanding
- Program development ideas
- Vision for diversifying behavioral health
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Project Phases
**Phase 1: Foundation Building**
- Community needs assessment
- Partnership development
- Program framework creation
- Resource development
**Phase 2: Program Launch**
- High school recruitment
- Undergraduate engagement
- Mentor matching
- Program implementation
**Phase 3: Support and Growth**
- Progress monitoring
- Resource adjustment
- Community building
- Program expansion
**Phase 4: Sustainability**
- Impact assessment
- Program optimization
- Partnership strengthening
- Long-term planning
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Equal Opportunity
Voice Up Publishing Inc. is committed to creating inclusive mentorship programs that serve all communities. We actively seek diverse perspectives to strengthen our impact in behavioral health education.