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Universal Health Services, Inc. lists this INTERN opportunity in grand forks, North Dakota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Intern (MSW) - Behavioral Health - Grand Forks, ND
Horizon Health is seeking a Intern (MSW) for our BRAND NEW unit called Altru Behavioral Health Center in Grand Forks, ND. This unit will be a 24 bed inpatient unit for both adult and pediatric patients. We are also planning to expand to an additional 24 beds in 2026. Altru Health System and Universal Health Services are working together in expanding inpatient behavioral health services. The MSW Student Intern provides supervised, hands-on experience in clinical social work practice, applying classroom learning to real-world settings. Interns work alongside licensed clinicians and interdisciplinary teams to support individuals, families, and communities, developing skills in psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, counseling, and care coordination
Responsibilities:
Conduct psychosocial and functional assessments to identify strengths, needs, and barriers
Assist in developing and monitoring individualized treatment, service, or care plans in collaboration with the care team
Provide supportive counseling, psychoeducation, and crisis intervention under supervision
Observe and co-facilitate individual or group therapy sessions, and participate in treatment rounds, case conferences, and staff meetings
Coordinate referrals to outpatient providers, community resources, and support services
Participate in safety planning, family meetings, and interdisciplinary planning discussions
Document all interactions in the electronic medical record in compliance with agency, hospital, and university guidelines
Contribute to program development, outreach, and community engagement initiatives
Adhere to ethical and legal standards, including HIPAA and the NASW Code of Ethics
Attend regular field instruction and clinical supervision meetings
Other duties as assigned or required for this position.
Benefit Highlights for full-time positions:
Competitive Compensation
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
Long and Short-term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings Account
Life Insurance
Career development opportunities within the company
Tuition Assistance
Rewarding work environment - Enjoy going to work every day!
Who we are & where you can make a difference:
Quality care is our passion; improving lives is our reward. Horizon Health Behavioral Health Services, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, is a leading behavioral services management company.Horizon Health Behavioral Health Services has been leading the way in partnering with hospitals to manage their behavioral health programs for over 40 years. With an unparalleled breadth of services, Horizon Health Behavioral Health Services has singular expertise in behavioral health conditions and comprehensive care settings. Whether it involves the planning, development and implementation of a new behavioral health service line, or the successful management of an existing behavioral health service, Horizon Health Behavioral Health Services has extensive expertise in successfully addressing concerns unique to hospital-based programs.
About Universal Health Services:
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500 corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom.
For more information on this position, email Oscar Hernandez, Horizon Health Corporation, Senior Executive Recruiter at
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Master's program in Social Work (MSW)
Foundational knowledge of social work principles, case management, and community resource coordination
Interest or experience in behavioral health, trauma-informed care, or client-centered approaches preferred
Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
Commitment to professionalism, cultural humility, and ethical practice
Work Environment
Collaborative, team-based setting with in-clinic and community-based activities
Monday-Friday schedule, with occasional weekend or travel for outreach or service coordination
Supportive supervision by licensed social work professionals
Skills Developed
Clinical interviewing and psychosocial assessment
Treatment planning and discharge coordination
Therapeutic engagement and rapport-building
Cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed care
Professional documentation and ethical compliance
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Notice
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