Position Summary
The Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern provides counseling and related behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, and families served through Seamark Counseling and Seamark Ranch under the supervision of a qualified licensed clinician. This role supports the mission and continued growth of Seamark Counseling by providing ethical, trauma-informed, and clinically appropriate care while continuing to develop clinical skills, professional competency, and counseling experience.

The Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern maintains required clinical records and documentation, collaborates with staff, families, and community partners, and participates in supervision, training, and program development activities. This position should reflect Seamark’s Christ-centered mission and commitment to serving children and families with compassion, professionalism, and integrity.

Essential Functions
•    Provide individual, family, and group counseling services under approved clinical supervision and within the intern’s scope of practice 
•    Maintain a counseling caseload that may include both internally assigned clients and clients developed through outside referral relationships, community networking, or other approved outreach efforts 
•    Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, provide ongoing therapeutic interventions, and update plans as clinically appropriate 
•    Maintain timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, assessments, discharge summaries, and other required records 
•    Follow all applicable ethical, legal, licensing, confidentiality, insurance, and organizational documentation requirements 
•    Participate in regular supervision as required by the State of Florida and applicable licensing board requirements 
•    Collaborate with Seamark Ranch staff, families, schools, medical providers, referral agencies, and community partners to support client care and continuity of services 
•    Participate in treatment team discussions, staff meetings, trainings, and program development activities as requested 
•    Support the growth of Seamark Counseling through professional communication, client retention, community relationships, and a willingness to assist with developing services and processes 
•    Provide crisis support, safety planning, and appropriate referrals when clinically necessary and within the scope of supervision 
•    Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and a high standard of care in all client and staff interactions 
•    Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the mission and growth of Seamark

Counseling and Seamark Ranch

Other Duties and Responsibilities
•    Performs other duties as assigned 
•    Supports campus-wide events and ministry activities as needed 
•    Assists with additional duties, special projects, and administrative needs that support the growth and mission of Seamark Counseling and Seamark Ranch 

Required Qualifications
•    Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling or related behavioral health field required
•    Current Florida Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern status in good standing required
•    Ability to provide counseling services in compliance with applicable Florida laws, professional ethics, supervision requirements, and organizational policies
•    Ability to successfully complete all required background screenings, drug testing, and any licensing or regulatory requirements applicable to the position.

Preferred Qualifications
•    Experience working with children, adolescents, families, trauma, foster care, residential care, or family systems 
•    Experience in community mental health, nonprofit settings, school-based counseling, or residential care preferred 
•    Experience using electronic health records or clinical documentation systems preferred
•    Interest in helping support the growth and development of counseling services within a nonprofit ministry environment preferred 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
•    Ability to communicate effectively with youth, families, staff, and community partners
•    Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
•    Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
•    Strong organizational, documentation, and time management skills
•    Ability to complete documentation accurately and within required timeframes 
•    Ability to respond appropriately to emotionally intense situations, crisis situations, and client safety concerns 
•    Ability to represent Seamark Counseling and Seamark Ranch with professionalism, compassion, and integrity

Physical Requirements
•    Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
•    Ability to use a computer, phone, and electronic documentation system for client records and communication
•    Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed
•    Ability to respond to crisis situations

Work Environment & Schedule
This is a part-time, hourly position. The work schedule may vary based on client appointments, meetings, trainings, documentation needs, and organizational needs. Some evening availability may be required to accommodate client scheduling needs. Work may occur in a professional counseling office, residential care environment, or other approved setting connected to Seamark Counseling or Seamark Ranch services.

Mission & Culture Alignment
Seamark Ranch is a Christ-centered organization. Employees must be comfortable working in an environment where Christian faith and values are integrated into daily operations and care, must support the mission of the organization, and must model behavior consistent with those values.

Background & Screening Requirements
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required background screenings, drug testing, and any licensing or regulatory requirements applicable to the position.

Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Responsibilities may change or be assigned at any time based on organizational needs.