Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Yakima, WA 98902Position Type: InternshipEducation Level: Bachelor's degreeSalary Range: $0.01 - $0.01 SalaryComprehensive Healthcare is proud to support the next generation of behavioral health professionals by offering internship and practicum placements for students in relevant clinical-focused academic programs. Due to the volume of student requests we receive, Comprehensive Healthcare is only able to consider internship placements for students whose undergraduate or graduate degree program requires completion of an internship in order to graduate. We prioritize internship placements for students in counseling or social work programs, though we also accept students from other related disciplines when space is available.
We host internships at all five Comprehensive Healthcare campuses, including Ellensburg, Walla Walla, Yakima, Sunnyside, and the Tri-Cities. Availability will be depend on the specific requirements of each student's internship program, as determined by the university they attend. Each of our different treatment areas can offer unique experiences and learning opportunities for students, so it's important to consider your interests, career goals, and internship requirements when determining which programs to apply for.
Application & Placement Process:
Complete the online application and upload all required and relevant documents
A member of the HR team will review your application for details like geographic location, supervision requirements, and timeframe. If we believe we may be able to provide a suitable experience to meet your requirements, your application will be forwarded to relevant supervisors.
Interviews with potential supervisors
If selected for an internship, a member of HR will facilitate the process of completing all required paperwork & agreements to confirm the internship placement
HR will also conduct a criminal background check
Once everything is confirmed, you'll be scheduled to complete a day of onboarding before you start your internship. Generally this takes place on a Monday at our main facility in Yakima, but there is some flexibility for students unable to travel.
QualificationsAvailable Placement Opportunities
Yakima Area
Acute Care Services (Master's, bachelor's)
Adult Outpatient (Master's)
Youth Outpatient (Master's)
Community Support Services (Master's, bachelor's, or SUDPT)
Corrections (Master's, bachelor's)
Detox & Crisis Triage (Bachelor's)
Diversion (Bachelor's)
First Responder Field Response (Master's, bachelor's)
MST (Master's)
New Journeys (Master's, bachelor's)
PACT (Master's, bachelor's, or SUDPT)
WISe (Master's, bachelor's)
Youth Mobile Outreach (Master's, bachelor's)
Walla Walla
Adult Outpatient (Master's)
Youth Outpatient (Master's)
Acute Care Services (Master's, bachelor's)
Waypoint (Master's, bachelor's)
WISe (Bachelor's)
Tri-Cities
Corrections (Master's, bachelor's)
Acute Care Services (Master's, bachelor's)
MST (Master's, bachelor's)
New Journeys (Master's, bachelor's)
Outpatient - all ages (Master's)
Youth Mobile Outreach (bachelor's, SUDPT)
Ellensburg
Youth Outpatient (Master's, bachelor's)
Aspen Victim Advocacy Services (Bachelor's)
Sunnyside
Crossroads (Master's, bachelor's)
Outpatient - all ages (Master's, bachelor's)
Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.
We are a private, nonprofit community mental health center in central Washington and have been serving children, adults, and families since the 1970s. Our staff of nearly 700 highly-trained and qualified professionals provides services to over 20,000 individuals each year, making us one of the largest behavioral health providers in the state. We operate clinics in Cle Elum, Ellensburg, Yakima, Sunnyside, Pasco, and Walla Walla, with services provided in a total of seven counties.
Our reputation for providing outstanding behavioral health treatment makes us a leader within our industry. We have established partnerships with major research universities, the state, and other community providers to implement unique and cutting-edge treatment programs. To ensure that our clients receive the highest-quality treatment available, our leadership team is forward-thinking and continually looking for ways to expand and improve our services.
Comprehensive Healthcare provides treatment programs covering the full scope of behavioral healthcare. Our services include inpatient and outpatient programs for mental health and substance use disorders, victim advocacy, crisis outreach and stabilization, care integration, community education, residential programs, and more. As our agency continues to grow, we look forward to adding new programs and facilities to meet the needs of the communities we serve.