Why Children’s Services of Roxbury?
At Children’s Services of Roxbury, we’re not just offering an internship — we’re offering a chance to be part of something bigger. Our mission is to bring peace of mind to children and families across Massachusetts. We foster a culture of trust, humility, and respect, where every team member is valued and supported. If you’re looking to make a real impact and gain hands-on experience while growing with a mission-driven team, this internship is for you.
About The Internship Position
The In-Home Therapy Intern provides structured, strengths-based clinical services to youth and families under the supervision of licensed clinicians. This unpaid, part-time internship offers hands-on experience in conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, delivering family therapy, and collaborating with caregivers and community providers — all within a culturally responsive, trauma-informed framework.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities are completed under clinical supervision in alignment with internship requirements.
• Assist in conducting comprehensive behavioral health assessments, including the Massachusetts CANS, and contribute to developing treatment plans with caregivers and youth.
• Manage a caseload of up to 4 members
• Participate in creating and monitoring risk management/safety plans and support crisis response as appropriate under supervision.
• Deliver individual, family, and collateral therapy sessions in the home or community, guided by a licensed supervisor.
• Identify community resources and support coordination with schools, medical providers, and other behavioral health professionals.
• Support families in decision-making, self-advocacy, and skill-building to maintain therapeutic progress.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with agency and academic requirements.
• Collaborate with Family Partners, clinical supervisors, and interdisciplinary teams; attend weekly supervision and team meetings.
• Provide culturally responsive, family-driven services consistent with CBHI/wraparound principles.
• Flexible schedule to meet family needs Monday–Friday within 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.
REQUIREMENTS Internship Eligibility
• Enrollment in an accredited MSW, LMHC, or LMFT program as a second-year/advanced clinical intern.
• Eligible to begin field placement or practicum per academic requirements.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally responsive practice.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license and reliable transportation for community-based work.
• Willingness to obtain Massachusetts CBHI CANS certification
• Strong clinical writing, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to attend in-home visits in person two days per week, and the CSR office on Wednesdays.
Preferred Qualifications
• One year minimum of prior clinical or field experience in culturally diverse mental health or human services settings.
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency.
SUPERVISION & LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
• Weekly individual supervision provided by licensed clinicians (LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT).
• Weekly administrative supervision by Intern Admin Managers
• Weekly group supervision
• Opportunities to meet academic field education and licensure-track competencies.
• Exposure to interdisciplinary collaboration and community-based mental health care.
• Access to internal trainings and professional development opportunities.
As part of your application, you will be asked for the following documents
• Recommendation letter upload and/or
• Reference contact information (3 professional references)
ABOUT CSR
Children’s Services of Roxbury (CSR) is one of Massachusetts’ largest Black-led nonprofits, providing holistic services to more than 6,000 children and families annually. CSR fosters a culture of trust, humility, and respect, where interns and staff are supported in their growth and valued as integral members of the team. CSR is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive care.
